SEMH Teaching Assistant - College

Learning Assistant – SEMH School 📍 Lambeth, London 🗓️ Start Date: September 2025 💼 Full-time | Term-time only 💰 Competitive pay (dependent on experience) We are working in partnership with a forward-thinking SEMH (Social, Emotional and Mental Health) school in Lambeth to recruit a dedicated and resilient Learning Assistant to join their team from September 2025. This is a highly rewarding role, supporting children and young people with additional needs - many of whom may display challenging behaviour linked to trauma, mental health, or emotional regulation difficulties. Key Responsibilities Support pupils with SEMH and SEND needs in and out of the classroom Assist in delivering personalised learning plans Build trusting relationships with pupils to support engagement and progress Encourage positive behaviour and emotional regulation Help maintain a safe and inclusive learning environment What We’re Looking For Experience working in an SEMH or SEND setting is preferred Personal experience with SEND (e.g. through family or volunteering) will be considered A calm, empathetic, and patient approach Strong resilience and confidence when faced with challenging behaviour A genuine passion for supporting vulnerable young people What the School Offers Full de-escalation and behaviour management training A highly supportive staff team and leadership Ongoing professional development opportunities A chance to make a real, long-term difference in pupils’ lives If you're committed, compassionate, and ready for a meaningful challenge, we want to hear from you. This role is ideal for someone looking to grow within a specialist education setting. 📝 Apply now to start making a difference in Lambeth this September. Please respond to this advert, or call Holly Lucas at Parker Smith Inclusion.

📢 We’re Hiring: EHCP Coordinator 📍 Location: Croydon 🕒 Full-time | Term-time only 💼 Start Date: September 2025 Are you passionate about supporting young people with special educational needs? We’re looking for an EHCP Coordinator to join our dedicated team and play a vital role in ensuring that our pupils receive the tailored support they deserve. About the Role: As our EHCP Coordinator, you’ll be the key link between our school, families, and external agencies, ensuring all Education, Health and Care Plan (EHCP) annual reviews are completed accurately and on time, per statutory guidance. You'll manage complex information, support staff, and ensure legal deadlines are met with precision. What You’ll Do: ✅ Coordinate and schedule EHCP annual reviews ✅ Liaise with parents, school staff, and external professionals ✅ Prepare and submit documentation to the Local Authority ✅ Maintain accurate and confidential records ✅ Provide high-level administrative support across the school Who You’ll Work With: 🤝 External: Parents/carers, Social Care, Therapists, Educational Psychologists, Transport Services 🏫 Internal: Deputy Head, Headteacher, Teachers, Business Support Team What We’re Looking For: ✔ Knowledge of the SEN Code of Practice and EHCP process ✔ Excellent organisational, ICT, and communication skills ✔ Experience handling sensitive and complex information ✔ A commitment to confidentiality and data protection ✔ An Enhanced DBS check (or willingness to obtain one) Interested in hearing more? Please contact Holly Lucas at Parker Smith Inclusion, today!

LOCATION: South East London START DATE: September 2025 CONTRACT TYPE: Permanent PAY: £24,000 - £32,000 DOE Are you a Graduate aspiring to become a teacher? Do you want to work in a school that will support you in achieving your dreams as a Teacher? Do you want to work in a specialist school environment, learning key skills to elevate your career? The role I am working with a fantastic SEMH school based in South East London. This school are known for providing excellent teacher training opportunities for graduates, and providing children with SEMH needs a fantastic education. The school is fantastically resourced, with specialist staff such as therapists employed directly by the school so that their children receive the best possible support. Teacher training This school can support your assessment-only route to QTS. Previous school experience is preferred, however, it is in no way essential. Training can be provided through the primary school, or as a subject in secondary school. The ideal candidate The ideal Unqualified Teacher Graduate would be a graduate with an ambition to become a Teacher. You should be passionate and keen to learn in order to gain as much as you can from this position. You should hold a degree in any subject (essential) and be keen to embark on teacher training. What’s in it for you? A unique opportunity to teach students as an Unqualified Teacher A school that believes in happy staff and has excellent training opportunities An easily accessible school with good transport links Permanent contract Why work for Parker Smith? We are specialists in what we do We have a passion for working honestly and with integrity Our ‘people before profit’ ethos means we put our candidate’s needs first PAYE A genuine passion to help people reach their potential in their SEND career Interested in hearing more? Please contact Holly at Parker Smith Inclusion at holly@psinclusion.co.uk or 02030114848.

SEMH Teaching Assistant Croydon - September 2025 Start Up to £120 per day PAYE- dependent on experience Can you be a role model to a young person with SEMH? We are looking for an experienced and compassionate Teaching Assistant to work with a young person within an SEMH specialist setting for students who for many reasons, are unable to access mainstream education. You must be a calm and nurturing person and be experienced in supporting students with SEMH needs as well as anxiety and emotional dysregulation. Requirements ● Experience working with young people with SEND and/or Autism, ADHD, sensory processing difficulties and learning difficulties or experience with SEMH, Trauma, Sensory processing, social communication ● Secondary Teaching Assistant / Learning Mentor / Youth Worker experience ● Ability to build strong and meaningful relationships ● A passion for working with SEND is essential ● Excellent experience and training for aspiring Teachers, Pastoral workers, Child Psychologists, Educational Psychologists, Clinical Psychologists, Occupational Therapists, Counsellors, and Social Workers ●The opportunity to make a huge social impact, as a Teaching Assistant, you could change the path of someone’s life! Why work with us? We have access to a wider range of job opportunities including vacancies that haven't been advertised yet :We have partnerships with multiple schools, Local Authorities, and educational organisations and can provide teachers with access to a wider range of job opportunities. Expertise in the SEND education industry: we have specialist knowledge and experience in the SEND education industry, including an understanding of school hiring practices and requirements, which can help teachers navigate the job search process more effectively. Assistance with CV and application materials: we can provide guidance on preparing effective resumes and application materials, which can help you to stand out to schools Interview preparation and coaching: we provide interview preparation and coaching tailored to the specific school to help you feel more confident and prepared for interviews. Salary negotiation: we provide guidance on salary negotiation, ensuring that you receive a fair and competitive salary including SEN points, TLR etc One application - Multiple Opportunities: are you too busy to fill out lots of different application forms? register with us and only fill out one form Continued support: we can provide continued support throughout the job search process, even after a job offer has been made, including assistance with contract negotiations, relocation, and settling into a new teaching position. If you think you would be an incredible asset to a team then please do get in touch by applying to this advert or emailing holly@psinclusion.co.uk