SEMH Teaching Assistant

Learning Assistant – SEMH School 📍 Croydon, London 🗓️ Start Date: September 2025 💼 Full-time | Term-time only 💰 Competitive pay (dependent on experience) We are working in partnership with a specialist SEMH (Social, Emotional and Mental Health) school in Croydon to recruit a dedicated and resilient Learning Assistant to join their team from September 2025. This is a highly rewarding opportunity to support children and young people who face significant barriers to learning, including challenging behaviour linked to trauma, emotional needs, and mental health difficulties. Key Responsibilities Provide targeted support to pupils with SEMH and SEND needs Assist in delivering individualised learning programmes Build positive, trusting relationships with pupils Support emotional regulation and promote positive behaviour Help create a safe, respectful, and inclusive classroom environment What We’re Looking For Experience working in an SEMH or SEND setting is an advantage Personal experience with SEND will also be considered A calm, empathetic, and patient nature Resilience and confidence when working with pupils displaying challenging behaviour A strong desire to help young people thrive, both academically and emotionally What the School Offers A welcoming and supportive staff team Regular opportunities for professional development A clear path for career progression within the school Support for aspiring teachers to gain QTS (Qualified Teacher Status) through in-school training routes Whether you're an experienced Learning Assistant or have personal experience with SEND and are ready to take your first step into education, we’d love to hear from you. 📝 Apply now to join a passionate team making a real impact in Croydon from September 2025.

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.