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Complex Needs Teaching Assistant - October 2025 start!

Salary/Rate:£90-£100 per day
Job type:Contract
Town/City:Havering
County:North East London
Type of Role:Teaching Assistant/Learning Support Assistant
Job ref:10650
Post Date:10.10.25
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Meet Our Recruiter

Elisha Read
Elisha Read
SEND Consultant
02030114848
elisha@psinclusion.co.uk

About the Role

Complex Needs Teaching Assistant
Location: Havering
Pay: £90–£100 per day (PAYE)
Contract: Full-time | Temp-to-perm | Start: ASAP

"Every child’s journey is different. Our role is to walk beside them, not push them ahead."

An inclusive primary school in Havering is looking for a dedicated Complex Needs Teaching Assistant to join their Autism Resource Provision. This specialist base, within the wider mainstream school, provides a calm and supportive space where pupils with Autism Spectrum Condition are encouraged to develop at their own pace.

Here, progress is measured in meaningful steps — every achievement, no matter how small, is valued and celebrated.

What You’ll Be Doing

  • Supporting pupils aged 4–11 within a small, specialist classroom

  • Using visuals, objects of reference, and assistive strategies to aid communication

  • Encouraging independence through structure, consistency, and clear routines

  • Assisting with transitions between activities and environments

  • Working closely with teachers, therapists, and families to ensure joined-up support

About You

  • Experience with autism is an advantage, but not essential — transferable skills from care, youth work, or community settings are equally welcome

  • Calm, patient, and curious about behaviour — seeking to understand rather than simply manage it

  • Comfortable working within structure and routine, where predictability helps children thrive

  • Looking for a role with purpose and meaning, not just a payslip

  • Reliable, caring, and open to learning every day

What the School Offers

  • A purpose-built provision with sensory areas and specialist resources

  • A supportive team who work collaboratively and look out for each other

  • Leadership that invests in staff wellbeing and professional growth

  • Clear pathways into teaching and specialist SEND careers

Why Parker Smith Inclusion?

We specialise in SEND and pride ourselves on matching people to schools where they can truly make an impact. With over 350 five-star reviews, our track record speaks for itself.

When you work with us, you’ll benefit from:

  • Honest, transparent communication from SEND specialists who understand your goals

  • PAYE-only payroll — no umbrella companies or hidden deductions

  • Access to long-term roles in inclusive and specialist schools

  • Ongoing guidance and support tailored to you

How to Apply

To find out more or apply, contact Elisha at elisha@psinclusion.co.uk.

If you’re exploring your next step, this could be the meaningful role you’ve been searching for.

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