PMLD Teaching Assistant - PMLD/SLD School Location: Sutton Pay: £90 – £105 per day (Depending on experience) – PAYE, no hidden deductions Working Pattern: Full-time, Long-term (Temp-to-Perm Opportunity) Recruitment Partner: Parker Smith Inclusion Are you someone who genuinely wants to make a difference every single day? Are you calm, compassionate and ready to support a young person who needs patience, understanding and consistency? Parker Smith Inclusion is partnered with a warm, dedicated SEND school in Sutton, and we are looking for a caring, passionate and resilient Teaching Assistant supporting pupils with a diagnosis of Autism and significant behavioural needs linked to trauma, SLD, PMLD and Complex Needs. If you believe in the power of relationships, small steps forward and celebrating every achievement, this could be the perfect role for you. About the School: This specialist SEND school is known for its nurturing ethos and commitment to every child’s unique journey. Staff work with empathy, patience and genuine care, placing trauma-informed practice at the centre of everything they do. The school prides itself on: A truly child-centred approach, always guided by what each pupil needs to feel safe, settled and ready to learn Ensuring every young person is understood and supported, both emotionally and academically A team culture where staff look out for one another, celebrate successes and support each other during challenges Offering pupils a peaceful, structured environment where they can grow at their own pace Students also benefit from a wide range of therapies based on their EHCPs, including occupational therapy, speech and language therapy, counselling, art therapy, CAMHS support, music therapy, Lego therapy, ELSA and various targeted interventions. The school uses an adapted version of the Zones of Regulation, created in collaboration with therapy teams, and a whole-school sensory routine carried out every day. This starts right from breakfast club, helping students meet their oral, proprioceptive, tactile, visual, vestibular and auditory needs with carefully selected activities and food options. In the classroom, students are supported with: Fine-motor activity boxes Calming music Clear transition routines Mid-lesson movement breaks Personalised visual timetables Timers to help with emotional regulation and structure If a student becomes dysregulated and requires additional support, the school provides thoughtful, structured interventions both in and out of the classroom. This may include sensory circuits, movement breaks or time with a TA/HLTA—always planned, supervised and agreed between staff and pupil. It’s a setting where children are cared for deeply—and where passionate educators feel valued, supported and part of something meaningful. About the Role: Provide support to PMLD, SLD, Complex needs and Autistic students Build a trusting, stable relationship that helps the pupil feel secure Offer calm, consistent reassurance during difficult moments Support learning both inside the classroom and through structured sensory/therapeutic activities Work closely with teachers, pastoral staff and therapists using personalised strategies Support personal care and encouraging independence where possible Celebrate progress, no matter how small and help the pupil experience success This role is ideal for someone who truly cares about giving young people the stability and encouragement they deserve. What We’re Looking For: We’re looking for a genuinely passionate educator, someone who: Is confident, patient and nurturing Understands behaviour through a trauma-informed lens Has experience supporting pupils with challenging behaviour Can stay positive even on tough days Communicates clearly and works well as part of a supportive team Believes every child is capable of progress with the right support Why Join Through Parker Smith Inclusion? Long-term role with real potential to become permanent Support from specialist SEND consultants who truly understand your role Access to meaningful CPD in SEND, Complex Needs, SEMH and behaviour support A chance to join a school where your kindness, passion and resilience will make a lasting impact If you’re the type of person who shows up with empathy, patience and a willingness to believe in every child, even on their hardest days, we’d love to hear from you. Apply now through Parker Smith Inclusion and help change a young person’s life for the better. For more information, contact Jamie Martinez, SEND Consultant.

Emotional and Behavioural Support Assistant Specialist School | Richmond, South West London If you are looking for a role where relationships come before routines and emotional safety sits at the centre of the day, this SEMH Teaching Assistant position in Richmond could be the right next step. This specialist setting supports children and young people with Social, Emotional, and Mental Health needs, often shaped by trauma, anxiety, attachment differences, and disrupted education. These pupils need steady, emotionally intelligent adults who can hold boundaries while offering understanding and consistency. This role is not easy. It is meaningful, challenging, and genuinely life changing for the young people you support. Why this role stands out You are not stepping into a crowded mainstream classroom. You are joining a specialist SEMH environment where behaviour is communication, relationships are prioritised, and staff are trained to respond with calm, structure, and care. You will work alongside experienced teachers, therapists, and pastoral professionals who understand trauma informed practice, emotional regulation, and attachment. The insight you gain here will shape your approach for years to come. Your day to day impact Supporting pupils with SEMH, trauma related behaviours, and emotional regulation needs Helping young people manage anxiety, frustration, and dysregulation safely Building strong, trusting relationships that help pupils feel secure Working one to one or within small, specialist classrooms Supporting learning while prioritising emotional wellbeing Using reflective practice to understand behaviour, triggers, and patterns Being part of a multi disciplinary team that genuinely supports one another Every day brings challenge. The progress you witness makes it worthwhile. Who thrives in this environment Graduates considering careers in teaching, psychology, social work, youth work, or therapy Teaching Assistants or Behaviour Mentors with SEMH experience Individuals with personal or professional experience of trauma informed care Calm, patient, emotionally intelligent adults People seeking long term, purposeful work rather than a short term role If you are looking for something easy, this will not be the right fit. If you want work that matters, where relationships change outcomes, you will feel at home here. What you will need Experience supporting children or young people with SEMH or behavioural needs Confidence working with challenging behaviour in a calm, grounded way Emotional resilience and strong boundaries Commitment to full time work, Monday to Friday A reflective mindset and willingness to learn A genuine interest in making a positive, lasting difference Pay, contract, and our values Competitive daily rate, paid PAYE No umbrella companies or hidden deductions Long term role with the potential to become permanent Transparent, ethical, people first recruitment Location This school is based in Richmond, South West London, with good access from Twickenham, Kingston, Hounslow, and surrounding areas. If you are ready to support young people who need consistency, belief, and emotionally intelligent adults around them, we would love to speak with you. Apply now or get in touch with Luke Falzon at Parker Smith Inclusion to find out more. Parker Smith Inclusion is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All applicants will be subject to compliance and vetting procedures.

PMLD Teaching Assistant - PMLD/SLD School Location: Sutton Pay: £90 – £105 per day (Depending on experience) – PAYE, no hidden deductions Working Pattern: Full-time, Long-term (Temp-to-Perm Opportunity) Recruitment Partner: Parker Smith Inclusion Are you someone who genuinely wants to make a difference every single day? Are you calm, compassionate and ready to support a young person who needs patience, understanding and consistency? Parker Smith Inclusion is partnered with a warm, dedicated SEND school in Sutton, and we are looking for a caring, passionate and resilient Teaching Assistant supporting pupils with a diagnosis of Autism and significant behavioural needs linked to trauma, SLD, PMLD and Complex Needs. If you believe in the power of relationships, small steps forward and celebrating every achievement, this could be the perfect role for you. About the School: This specialist SEND school is known for its nurturing ethos and commitment to every child’s unique journey. Staff work with empathy, patience and genuine care, placing trauma-informed practice at the centre of everything they do. The school prides itself on: A truly child-centred approach, always guided by what each pupil needs to feel safe, settled and ready to learn Ensuring every young person is understood and supported, both emotionally and academically A team culture where staff look out for one another, celebrate successes and support each other during challenges Offering pupils a peaceful, structured environment where they can grow at their own pace Students also benefit from a wide range of therapies based on their EHCPs, including occupational therapy, speech and language therapy, counselling, art therapy, CAMHS support, music therapy, Lego therapy, ELSA and various targeted interventions. The school uses an adapted version of the Zones of Regulation, created in collaboration with therapy teams, and a whole-school sensory routine carried out every day. This starts right from breakfast club, helping students meet their oral, proprioceptive, tactile, visual, vestibular and auditory needs with carefully selected activities and food options. In the classroom, students are supported with: Fine-motor activity boxes Calming music Clear transition routines Mid-lesson movement breaks Personalised visual timetables Timers to help with emotional regulation and structure If a student becomes dysregulated and requires additional support, the school provides thoughtful, structured interventions both in and out of the classroom. This may include sensory circuits, movement breaks or time with a TA/HLTA—always planned, supervised and agreed between staff and pupil. It’s a setting where children are cared for deeply—and where passionate educators feel valued, supported and part of something meaningful. About the Role: Provide support to PMLD, SLD, Complex needs and Autistic students Build a trusting, stable relationship that helps the pupil feel secure Offer calm, consistent reassurance during difficult moments Support learning both inside the classroom and through structured sensory/therapeutic activities Work closely with teachers, pastoral staff and therapists using personalised strategies Support personal care and encouraging independence where possible Celebrate progress, no matter how small and help the pupil experience success This role is ideal for someone who truly cares about giving young people the stability and encouragement they deserve. What We’re Looking For: We’re looking for a genuinely passionate educator, someone who: Is confident, patient and nurturing Understands behaviour through a trauma-informed lens Has experience supporting pupils with challenging behaviour Can stay positive even on tough days Communicates clearly and works well as part of a supportive team Believes every child is capable of progress with the right support Why Join Through Parker Smith Inclusion? Long-term role with real potential to become permanent Support from specialist SEND consultants who truly understand your role Access to meaningful CPD in SEND, Complex Needs, SEMH and behaviour support A chance to join a school where your kindness, passion and resilience will make a lasting impact If you’re the type of person who shows up with empathy, patience and a willingness to believe in every child, even on their hardest days, we’d love to hear from you. Apply now through Parker Smith Inclusion and help change a young person’s life for the better. For more information, contact Jamie Martinez, SEND Consultant.