Psychology Graduate

SLD Teaching Assistant - Newham Special School £90 - £95 PAYE Immediate Start Do you have experience in a school setting supporting students with severe learning difficulties and complex needs? Are you seeking a rewarding role that’ll have you surrounded by a team of multi-disciplinary professionals? If the above matches you, then feel encouraged to apply to this post for a SLD Teaching Assistant! I am looking for a proactive and experienced SLD Teaching Assistant to join a specialist school in Newham, Plaistow. As a SLD Teaching Assistant, you must have experience with ASD, SCLN, non-verbal, challenging behaviour and personal care. Restraint training such as Team Teach, MAPA, Positive Behaviour etc is preferred. In return, you will be welcomed into a warm and supportive community of professionals who adore what they do and really make a difference to these young students lives. You will be surrounded by an extensive team of professionals such as Speech and Language Therapists, Occupational Therapists and behaviour experts. You will even be matched with a ‘buddy’ to ensure a smooth transition into the family! Interested in hearing more? Apply below! If you want to hear more about our opportunities, please get in touch! You can apply by response to this advert or uploading your CV to our website If you are not contacted within 5 working days, unfortunately, you have been unsuccessful for this role. However, we will keep your CV and you are welcome to contact us to discuss your SEND career development. Parker Smith Inclusion is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. We will help you with this. By applying for this role, you are consenting to Parker Smith Inclusion Ltd storing your personal details in our fully encrypted database, in line with the new GDPR requirements.

SEN Teacher – Mainstream Primary School, Plaistow - Inclusion Class Position: SEN Teacher Location: Mainstream Primary School, Plaistow, London Contract: Full-Time, Permanent or Temp2Perm after 2 terms. Salary: £44,000 - £50,000 (dependent on experience) About Us: I am working closely with an Outstanding mainstream primary school in Plaistow that is committed to supporting the diverse needs of their students. I am seeking a dedicated and experienced SEN Teacher to join their team to run and develop their inclusion class you will play a key role in delivering high-quality education to pupils with special educational needs (SEN). The curriculum and planning are ready, but I am looking for the right person to deliver it effectively and inspire the students to achieve their full potential. The Role: As an SEN Teacher, you will work primarily with students who have additional learning needs, such as mild learning difficulties, autism, behaviour, sensory and speech needs as well as global delay; adapting and delivering the existing curriculum to ensure it meets each student’s unique requirements. There are 7 students in this class and 6 TAs that you will be expected to instruct to deliver the best support to the children they're working with. You will also collaborate closely with the SENCO, SALTs, EPs and OTs and other staff members to create a supportive learning environment where every child can thrive. This is a fantastic role for a candidate that is looking to develop and progress into potential leadership duties as well as build the best SEN environment for the students. All children have EHCPs in place. Key Responsibilities: Deliver engaging and effective lessons tailored to meet the needs of SEN students, ensuring that each child’s learning goals are met. Work collaboratively with the SENCO, TAs, and other staff to develop and implement strategies that support student progress and inclusion. Differentiate and adapt existing lesson plans and resources to suit individual student needs. Assess, track, and monitor students' progress, maintaining accurate records and adapting plans as required. Foster a nurturing, positive, and inclusive learning environment that promotes self-confidence and a love of learning in all pupils. Contribute to school-wide SEN initiatives, share best practices, and engage in continuous professional development. Requirements: Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) and proven experience working with children with SEN, particularly within a special school setting. Ability to work collaboratively with SENCOs, TAs, and other colleagues to create and deliver high-quality learning experiences. Strong understanding of differentiated teaching methods and experience adapting mainstream curriculum content for SEN learners. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage and motivate students and liaise effectively with colleagues and parents. What We Offer: A supportive and collaborative working environment with experienced staff and leadership. Opportunities for continued professional development. Competitive salary of £44,000 - £50,000, dependent on experience and qualifications. A school culture dedicated to inclusivity, innovation, and positive outcomes for all learners. To Apply: Please send your CV and a cover letter detailing your relevant experience and suitability for the role to elise.harnwell@psinclusion.co.uk. For further information about this exciting opportunity, please contact 0203 011 4848

Challenging Behaviour Teaching Assistant – Secondary PRU Location: Newham, East London Start Date: September 2025 Contract: Term Time Only Salary: £100 per day (PAYE) Parker Smith Inclusion are seeking a committed and resilient Teaching Assistant to support young people with complex needs in a secondary Pupil Referral Unit (PRU) based in Newham, East London. This is a term-time only position, starting in September 2025, offering a daily rate of £100 via PAYE. This role will suit someone who is passionate about working with pupils who present challenging behaviour and have been referred to alternative provision due to a range of social, emotional, and mental health needs. Many of the students have additional diagnoses, including ADHD, anxiety, and other complex conditions, and follow personalised timetables to meet their individual learning and support needs. The Role Supporting students on a 1:1 or small group basis both in and out of the classroom Assisting in the delivery of bespoke learning plans and managing transitions throughout the school day Promoting a safe and supportive environment that encourages positive behaviour and engagement Working collaboratively with teaching staff, support staff, and external professionals Contributing to behaviour management planning and the emotional regulation of pupils Requirements Experience working with children or young people who display challenging behaviour, ideally within a PRU, SEMH school, or alternative provision A patient, calm, and consistent approach Ability to build trust and strong relationships with students who may have experienced trauma or disrupted education Good understanding of safeguarding and the ability to maintain clear professional boundaries Excellent communication skills and a team-oriented mindset Additional Information Based in a well-established PRU in Newham, with accessible transport links Term time only, full-time hours (Monday to Friday) Daily rate: £100 per day (PAYE) Full training and ongoing support provided If you are motivated to support some of the most vulnerable learners in secondary education and help them re-engage with learning, we would be delighted to hear from you. Please apply with your CV or get in touch with Elise @ Parker Smith Inclusion on 0203 011 4848

Specialist Teaching Assistant Long term & temp2perm opportunities NO DAILY SUPPLY Across Newham & Hackney Boroughs £90 - £100 per day PAYE payments only Are you an experienced Teaching Assistant with a specialism in helping children with special educational needs? Have you just graduated in psychology, criminology or social care and want to gain hands on experience in a school setting? Want to register with an agency that has your best interests at heart and matches you to your skill set? Parker Smith Inclusion is a specialist SEN consultancy and I support schools in the East London Boroughs of Newham & Hackney, schools such as; mainstream, PRU, SEMH and special schools supporting a wide range of students with either, autism, speech and language, behaviour, physical disabilities, sensory requirements and complex needs. As an agency we take the time to speak with you on the phone and then a video interview to really understand your professional and personal experience that brought you to this sector, we find out what type of setting you would like to work in as well as challenge you to see if you could be capable of more and bring new ideas to the table. We will only speak with you about roles we know you'd be interested in or we think would be a good match due to the relationship and knowledge we have of the school setting and with no daily supply you can guarantee a long term role, consistently going to the same school giving you the ability to build rapport and trust with the students you're supporting. Offering a SEN Training Hub we can also support you with CPD training courses to give you the confidence to step into your trial day with the best knowledge of special needs. If you are reading this and know you want to be part of a consultancy that will support your long term goals, meet your needs as well as have the expertise to teach you more about the sector then apply to this job advert and call 0203 011 4848 and we can start the process of getting you registered for your September 2025 role. Lets chat soon.