Mornings Only - SEND Learning Support Assistant

Immediate Start Mornings only 8:30 - 1pm Monday - Friday Newham, East Ham Primary Setting I am seeking an experienced SEND LSA to support a child in Year 1 within a MS Primary based in East Ham. This is a small one form entry school that has access to a SEND provision/sensory room however this child is in MS lessons and you will be supporting on a 1:1 basis. The student displays autism (however waiting on confirmed assessment), dysregulated behaviour, hitting, running, general behaviour challenges associated with SEND. The child has not had the right support yet meaning he requires a TA that is going to be patient, understanding and consistent he needs to be able to bond and build trust with you in order to start seeing a difference in his behaviour and learning abilities. I'm seeking a candidate that can commit to this child and willing to be part of his education journey not just a stop gap, you need to be prepared to handle dysregulated behaviour and use innovative to intervene appropriately when required. If you're interested I'll be arranging school visits this week, please apply or get in touch via 0203 011 4848.

Pastoral Support Assistant – Secondary Special School (SEMH / MLD / SLCN) Location: Hackney Central Contract: Long-term (Opportunity for permanent contract after 2 terms) Start Date: TBC Hours: Full-time, 8:30 - 3:30 (4:45 on Tuesdays for meetings) Term-time only Salary: TBC dependant on experience About the Role We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Pastoral Support Assistant to join a specialist secondary school supporting pupils with Social, Emotional and Mental Health needs (SEMH), Moderate Learning Difficulties (MLD) and Speech, Language and Communication Needs (SLCN). This long-term position offers the opportunity to secure a permanent role after two successful terms. You will play a vital part in promoting students’ wellbeing, helping them overcome barriers to learning, and creating a safe, consistent and nurturing environment. You will be the first point of call for students that are dysregulated within class, assisting to de-escalate on the spot or take action to use interventions to support that child to go back to a regulated state. You will need to be fantastic with communication skills, proven track record of building rapport and trust as well as being empathetic and understand the individual needs of each child. All of the children that this school are secondary aged but functioning at a primary aged level, you need to meet them where they are at not where you expect them to be. Key Responsibilities Provide 1:1 and small-group pastoral support to pupils with a range of SEND needs Build positive, trusting relationships with students to promote emotional regulation, resilience and engagement Work alongside teaching staff, behaviour leads and external agencies to support individual pastoral plans Assist with behaviour de-escalation and restorative practice Monitor attendance, wellbeing and behaviour concerns and report to the pastoral team Support pupils during transitions, unstructured times, and throughout the school day Encourage positive behaviour, self-esteem and social skills development Maintain accurate records and contribute to multi-agency meetings when needed We Are Looking For Someone Who: Has experience working with children or young people with SEND, especially SEMH, MLD or SLCN Understands trauma-informed practice and can support pupils with emotional or behavioural needs Is calm, patient, resilient and able to build strong relationships Can work collaboratively within a supportive, multidisciplinary team Is committed to safeguarding and promoting student welfare Ideally holds relevant training (Team Teach, MAPA, Thrive, safeguarding, etc.) – not essential What We Offer: A welcoming, supportive school community Ongoing professional development and training A long-term role with a genuine opportunity to become permanent The chance to make a meaningful difference in the lives of vulnerable young people If you're interested in this role I am eagerly looking to arrange meetings/trials with the school immediately. Call on 0203 011 4848 and email elise.harnwell@psinclusion.co.uk

MLD (Moderate Learning Difficulties Teaching Assistant) - Hackney - Specialist Secondary School Great transport links (Hackney Downs, Hackney Central, Downs Park) Immediate Start Long Term Contract Roles 8:30 - 3:30 with CPD every other Tuesday @ 4:45 Do you want to work with children that have moderate learning difficulties and make a difference to their lives? Are you ready to commit to a school that could support your education career? Would you be able to understand the needs of children that are teenagers but learning at primary level? A specialist MLD school based in the heart of Hackney are interested in meeting enthusiastic, passionate, committed teaching assistants to join their fantastic school. Could it be you? Entering the school you would can understand the level of excellence they expect from their staff and having an OFSTED outstanding rating you can see why! It offers large classrooms for 12 students, speech and language therapist and counsellor available to the students on site, as well as literacy and numeracy intervention specialist, providing the students with the best opportunity to reach their expected grades. Although this is a secondary school the students are all learning at a primary curriculum meaning all candidates need to understand these teenagers can be facing teenage struggles but have a brain function of a primary aged child, requiring a nurture and trauma informed approach. All lessons are practical based, getting the students involved with movement, learning through play and using objects to help support them. This is a truly fantastic school to be part of and the deputy head wants to meet with candidates that have the genuine interest in supporting SEND pupils. The main qualities in candidates we're looking for are; Commitment Passion & drive Pro-activity & initiative Punctuality (you must be meeting the children in the front office at 8:30 prompt!) Professionalism Experience desirable; Supporting children with complex needs, such as MLD , speech and language needs, dysregulated behaviour, trauma (we will consider personal experience) Understanding of special needs and the social struggles this can cause a child Proven ability of great communication skills Understanding of makaton/pecs/zones of regulation If you would like to discuss this role further, please call on 0203 011 4848 and ask for Elise @ Parker Smith Inclusion or email elise.harnwell@psinclusion.co.uk

MLD (Moderate Learning Difficulties Teaching Assistant) - Hackney - Specialist Secondary School Great transport links (Hackney Downs, Hackney Central, Downs Park) Immediate Start Long Term Contract Roles 8:30 - 3:30 with CPD every other Tuesday @ 4:45 Do you want to work with children that have moderate learning difficulties and make a difference to their lives? Are you ready to commit to a school that could support your education career? Would you be able to understand the needs of children that are teenagers but learning at primary level? A specialist MLD school based in the heart of Hackney are interested in meeting enthusiastic, passionate, committed teaching assistants to join their fantastic school. Could it be you? Entering the school you would can understand the level of excellence they expect from their staff and having an OFSTED outstanding rating you can see why! It offers large classrooms for 12 students, speech and language therapist and counsellor available to the students on site, as well as literacy and numeracy intervention specialist, providing the students with the best opportunity to reach their expected grades. Although this is a secondary school the students are all learning at a primary curriculum meaning all candidates need to understand these teenagers can be facing teenage struggles but have a brain function of a primary aged child, requiring a nurture and trauma informed approach. All lessons are practical based, getting the students involved with movement, learning through play and using objects to help support them. This is a truly fantastic school to be part of and the deputy head wants to meet with candidates that have the genuine interest in supporting SEND pupils. The main qualities in candidates we're looking for are; Commitment Passion & drive Pro-activity & initiative Punctuality (you must be meeting the children in the front office at 8:30 prompt!) Professionalism Experience desirable; Supporting children with complex needs, such as MLD , speech and language needs, dysregulated behaviour, trauma (we will consider personal experience) Understanding of special needs and the social struggles this can cause a child Proven ability of great communication skills Understanding of makaton/pecs/zones of regulation If you would like to discuss this role further, please call on 0203 011 4848 and ask for Elise @ Parker Smith Inclusion or email elise.harnwell@psinclusion.co.uk