Humanities and Geography Teacher

Family Liaison Officer – SEMH/Autism School Location: Mole Valley, Surrey Salary: £35,000 – £40,000 (dependent on experience) Contract: Permanent, Full Time Start Date: September 2025 Reporting to: Pastoral & Wellbeing Lead Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of children and young people with social, emotional, and mental health needs (SEMH) and Autism? Do you thrive on building strong relationships with families and the wider school community? We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Family Liaison Officer to join our dynamic team at [School Name], a specialist setting committed to supporting pupils with SEMH and Autism. This pivotal role is designed to strengthen the bridge between home and school, ensuring that every child receives the holistic support they need to thrive. Key Responsibilities: Act as the main point of contact for families, supporting them with engagement, communication, and access to relevant services. Work closely with the Pastoral Lead and wider school team to identify and address barriers to pupil progress and wellbeing. Support families through periods of crisis or transition, providing advice, emotional support, and signposting to external agencies. Promote positive parenting strategies and contribute to the development of parent workshops and school events. Maintain accurate records, ensuring confidentiality and compliance with safeguarding protocols. To act in a calm, sensitive and highly professional manner as the school’s representative at all times. To uphold the school’s values, ethos and professionalism and to respond immediately to issues, complaints and enquiries received from parents, seeking guidance and advice from department leads, respond verbally, in person and in writing, working in close liaison with and under the direction of the Pastoral and Wellbeing Lead. To ensure the resolution of grievances/concerns/complaints are achieved; to conclude promptly without further escalation such parental communications closing the issue and restoring positive relationships between all parties. To act in a proactive and initiative-taking manner ensuring that potential matters are addressed to avoid protracted unrest. To provide regular feedback to the Head Teacher and wider SLT on issues arising from parents, recording each stage and outcome using statistical database and analytical submissions to SLT on trends and exceptions every 6-weeks. Maintain and analyse Compliments and Complaints file for submission to the Governing Body. About You: Experience of working with families and children in a school, social care, or community setting – preferably within a SEN or SEMH context. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build trust and rapport with diverse families. Strong understanding of safeguarding, inclusion, and the challenges facing children with SEMH/Autism. A proactive, resilient, and empathetic approach to problem-solving and relationship-building. To act in a calm, sensitive, and highly professional manner as the school’s representative at all times. To act in a calm, sensitive, and highly professional manner as the school’s representative at all times. Qualified Teacher Status or Qualified Social Worker/ DSL of Deputy/ Team Teach or similar Tutor What We Offer: A supportive, nurturing school environment with a strong pastoral ethos. Professional development opportunities tailored to your growth. A collaborative team culture where your input truly matters. The chance to make a lasting impact on young lives and their families. To Apply: Please submit your CV and a covering letter outlining your suitability for the role to Jamie at Jamie@psinclusion.co.uk We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expect all staff to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be subject to enhanced DBS and reference checks.

Geography & Humanities Teacher – Autism & SEMH School (Mole Valley) Location: Mole Valley, Surrey Contract Type: Permanent, Full-Time Start Date: September 2025 (or January 2026) Salary: Dependent on experience and qualifications – QTS and unqualified teachers welcome to apply Are you a passionate and resilient educator with a strong commitment to inclusive teaching? Do you have experience working with students with Autism and/or Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs? We are a specialist Autism and SEMH school located in the heart of Mole Valley, seeking a dedicated Geography and Humanities Teacher to join our supportive and forward-thinking team. This is a permanent, full-time position, offering a unique opportunity to make a lasting impact in the lives of young people who need it most. About the Role: Deliver engaging and accessible Geography and Humanities lessons across KS3 and KS4 Plan and differentiate lessons to meet a wide range of learning needs Foster positive relationships and create a nurturing learning environment Work closely with a skilled multidisciplinary team including therapists, SENCOs and pastoral staff About You: Experience teaching students with SEND, particularly Autism and/or SEMH, is essential QTS is desirable but unqualified teachers with relevant experience are warmly encouraged to apply Strong behaviour management skills and a flexible, compassionate teaching style A subject specialism in Geography and/or Humanities with creative approaches to curriculum delivery What We Offer: A permanent contract within a welcoming and collaborative school community Ongoing CPD, training and support tailored to SEND and specialist settings Smaller class sizes and high staff-to-student ratios The opportunity to play a vital role in a child’s personal and academic development If you are committed to changing lives through education and thrive in a specialist setting, we would love to hear from you. Apply today and help shape a brighter future. To apply, please submit your CV and a covering letter outlining your experience and motivation.

SEND Teaching Assistant – Special Needs School Location: Schools in Sutton, Merton, Wandsworth, Kingston Daily Rate: £90 – £95 per day Contract: Full-time | Term-time only | Immediate & September starts available Are you passionate about supporting children and young people with Autism and complex needs? Do you have the patience, empathy and energy to make a real difference in a specialist school environment? We seek Autism Teaching Assistants to join several fantastic special needs schools across Sutton, Merton, Wandsworth and Kingston. These schools cater to students with Autism (ASC), complex learning needs, SEMH, dysregulation, and associated communication and sensory challenges. About the Role: As a Teaching Assistant, you'll play a vital role in supporting students aged between 4–19 with tailored learning programmes, sensory-based activities, and behaviour regulation strategies. You may be required to: Provide 1:1 or small group support to students with Autism and complex needs Assist with sensory circuits, sensory play, and structured routines Use tools like PECS, Makaton, and visual timetables to aid communication Support students with personal care, where required Help implement behaviour support strategies such as PBS, Team Teach, or MAPA techniques We’d Love to Hear From You If You Have: Experience working with children or young people with Autism and SEN Knowledge of PECS, Makaton, Team Teach, MAPA or PBS (desirable) A calm, resilient and nurturing approach to behaviour Willingness to support with personal care and physical support where necessary A proactive and collaborative mindset – you're a team player! In Return We Offer: Competitive daily pay: £90–£95 per day Ongoing CPD, training and development opportunities A supportive, inclusive school environment and experienced leadership teams The opportunity to make a meaningful difference every single day Whether you’re experienced or new to SEN, if you’re ready to learn and make a real impact – we’d love to hear from you. Apply Now Please send your CV and a brief cover letter to Jamie at Jamie@psinclusion.co.uk Immediate and September start positions available! We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expect all staff to share this commitment. An enhanced DBS check and references will be required.

Autism Teaching Assistant – Special Needs School Location: Schools in Sutton, Merton, Wandsworth, Kingston Daily Rate: £90 – £95 per day Contract: Full-time | Term-time only | Immediate & September starts available Are you passionate about supporting children and young people with Autism and complex needs? Do you have the patience, empathy and energy to make a real difference in a specialist school environment? We seek Autism Teaching Assistants to join several fantastic special needs schools across Sutton, Merton, Wandsworth and Kingston. These schools cater to students with Autism (ASC), complex learning needs, SEMH, dysregulation, and associated communication and sensory challenges. About the Role: As a Teaching Assistant, you'll play a vital role in supporting students aged between 4–19 with tailored learning programmes, sensory-based activities, and behaviour regulation strategies. You may be required to: Provide 1:1 or small group support to students with Autism and complex needs Assist with sensory circuits, sensory play, and structured routines Use tools like PECS, Makaton, and visual timetables to aid communication Support students with personal care, where required Help implement behaviour support strategies such as PBS, Team Teach, or MAPA techniques We’d Love to Hear From You If You Have: Experience working with children or young people with Autism and SEN Knowledge of PECS, Makaton, Team Teach, MAPA or PBS (desirable) A calm, resilient and nurturing approach to behaviour Willingness to support with personal care and physical support where necessary A proactive and collaborative mindset – you're a team player! In Return We Offer: Competitive daily pay: £90–£95 per day Ongoing CPD, training and development opportunities A supportive, inclusive school environment and experienced leadership teams The opportunity to make a meaningful difference every single day Whether you’re experienced or new to SEN, if you’re ready to learn and make a real impact – we’d love to hear from you. Apply Now Please send your CV and a brief cover letter to Jamie at Jamie@psinclusion.co.uk Immediate and September start positions available! We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expect all staff to share this commitment. An enhanced DBS check and references will be required.