SEMH Teaching Assistant

Speech and Language Therapist (Secondary) – Band 5 and Band 6 Kingston upon Thames, South West London / Surrey Full-time · Permanent · ASAP start Salary: £34,000–£45,000 per annum Make a real difference to young people’s communication, confidence and independence. We’re recruiting a Speech and Language Therapist to work with secondary-aged students (11–19) in a nurturing specialist setting for Autism (ASC) and Specific Learning Difficulties (SpLD). About the school You will feel at home if you like the mix of real therapy and real classrooms. You will work mainly with secondary-age students, splitting your week between class-based support and pull-out sessions, with protected time for notes, reports and EHCPs (so you’re not writing everything at 7pm). You will be part of a kind, tight MDT, teachers, SaLTs and OTs who actually plan together, and you will see the same pupils regularly enough to spot those small wins: a new word used spontaneously, a calmer transition, a brave answer in English. The school uses a total-communication approach, such as visuals, AAC, Makaton, and Shape Coding. The school will give you supervision, CPD, and sensible caseloads. It’s a warm, well-resourced setting that values relationships and progress over perfection, and you will have the space to try ideas, coach staff, and make a steady, visible difference. The Speech and Language Therapist role (SaLT) Carry out holistic assessments and set measurable, termly communication targets. Plan and deliver individual, paired and small-group SaLT interventions Embed a total communication approach across classrooms (low/high-tech AAC, visuals, Makaton/key-word signing) Coach and upskill teaching/support staff; contribute to training and curriculum access Joint plan with teachers to integrate strategies (e.g., reduced rate of speech, repetition, chunking, explicit vocab teaching, Shape Coding) Write reports, contribute to EHCP reviews and multi-agency meetings, and work in partnership with families About you HCPC-registered Speech and Language Therapist (Band 5/6) Newly qualified SaLTs are welcome (full support and supervision provided) Interest/experience in ASC, SpLD and social communication needs Collaborative, reflective and trauma-informed practice; strong organisation and communication What you’ll get Small classes, a high staff-to-pupil ratio and a truly multidisciplinary team Ongoing CPD, supervision and clear development pathways Well-resourced, therapeutic environment focused on outcomes and wellbeing If you are interested in this Speech and Language Therapist position, please apply today or contact Heeji Moon at Parker Smith Inclusion.

English Teacher – Specialist SEMH / SEN School (Teacher Training Route Available) Mole Valley, Surrey (RH5): commutable from Horsham, Crawley, Reigate, Leatherhead, and West Sussex Full-Time | Permanent Salary: £28,000 – £36,000 per annum (depending on experience) Teach. Inspire. Qualify. Do you love teaching English but don’t yet have QTS? Have you already built up a couple of years of experience supporting young people in education? This could be the perfect step into a fully qualified teaching career. We’re looking for an English Teacher who is ready to bring patience, creativity, and resilience to pupils who need it most. You don’t need to be qualified – what matters is your experience, subject knowledge, and drive to make a difference. For the right person, this school will provide a formal teacher training route to gain QTS while you work. What makes this school special? Small classes, significant impact: no more than eight pupils, plus two fantastic TAs in every class Therapeutic environment: Speech & Language Therapy, OT, and Behaviour Support built in Personalised curriculum: creative and flexible, designed around each child Career growth: CPD, training, and clear progression in a school that invests in you What you’ll be doing Teaching English up to GCSE in ways that spark interest and build confidence Supporting students aged 9–16 with Autism (ASC) and SEMH needs Helping pupils regulate emotions, rebuild trust in education, and rediscover their potential Working with a supportive team of teachers, TAs, and therapists who share your passion Why apply? A chance to train as a teacher while working: get paid, gain QTS A welcoming, nurturing school where relationships come first Ongoing CPD and mentoring to keep you growing The satisfaction of seeing children succeed who may have been written off elsewhere Who we’re looking for At least 2 years’ experience working in schools or specialist education Strong subject knowledge and enthusiasm for English A patient, empathetic personality and the resilience to keep going when things get tough No teaching qualification needed: just a genuine passion to learn and inspire If you are interested in this English Teacher position, please apply now or contact Heeji Moon at Parker Smith Inclusion ASAP.

Outreach Tutor – SEN Support (Autism, ADHD & SEMH) Richmond & Kingston boroughs, South West London ASAP Start Contract: Full-time, Monday–Friday, 8:30am–4pm (term time only) Salary: £130 per day (PAYE, weekly pay, no umbrella deductions) Not all classrooms have four walls… Some young people simply can’t thrive in busy schools right now. They need calm, consistency, and a trusted adult who believes in them. That’s where you come in. As an Outreach Tutor, you’ll bring learning and encouragement directly to students with Autism, ADHD, anxiety, trauma and SEMH needs, whether that’s in a library, a community space, or their own home. Every session is a chance to help a child take a step forward, however small. What you’ll be doing Delivering one-to-one core subjects support for children aged 5–16 Meeting students where they feel safest, at home or in the community Helping with emotional regulation, confidence and resilience as much as academics Building trusting relationships with young people who may have lost faith in school Working independently but with full support from our team behind you Using a patient, trauma-informed approach where progress is celebrated, not pressured Is this you? You’re calm, reliable, and naturally connect with young people You have solid experience in school settings supporting children with SEN / SEMH You’re confident in planning and delivering creative lessons to one-to-one and flexible enough to adapt to each child’s needs You can travel around Kingston and Richmond (a car helps, but isn’t essential) Why this role matters You’ll help children rediscover the joy of learning in their own way You’ll see progress in confidence, self-esteem and trust You’ll gain meaningful experience for careers in teaching, therapy or educational psychology No two days are ever the same; every child, every space, every journey is different Most importantly, you’ll know you’re making a real difference in a young person’s life What we offer £130 per day, weekly pay via PAYE (no umbrella deductions) Training in trauma-informed and relational approaches A supportive consultant who genuinely understands the emotional side of the role Long-term opportunities across South West London A route into SEN careers from therapy to teaching If you are interested in this Outreach SEN Tutor position, please apply today or contact Heeji Moon at Parker Smith Inclusion.

English Teacher – Specialist SEMH / SEN School Mole Valley (RH5) – commutable from Horsham, Crawley, Dorking, Reigate, Leatherhead, and West Sussex Full-Time | Permanent £28,000 – £48,000 per annum (depending on experience and teaching qualifications) Interviews are taking place now A chance to teach English in a way that truly changes lives Do you believe every child deserves someone who won’t give up on them? We are looking for an English Teacher who is ready to bring patience, creativity, and compassion to pupils who need it most. This isn’t a mainstream teaching role. It’s about giving children with Autism (ASC) and Social, Emotional and Mental Health needs (SEMH) the chance to feel safe, heard, and capable of success. About the school This is a small, therapeutic school for children aged 9–16 who cannot thrive in mainstream. Here, relationships come first. Small classes of no more than 8 pupils, with two fantastic Teaching Assistants in each A calm, nurturing setting with Speech & Language Therapy, Occupational Therapy, and Behaviour Support on hand A creative, personalised curriculum that celebrates progress as much as outcomes A leadership team that listens, supports, and invests in staff wellbeing and professional growth What you’ll be doing day to day Teaching English Language & Literature up to GCSE, with plenty of freedom to adapt lessons to your pupils’ needs Finding creative ways to make reading and writing exciting and meaningful for learners who may have lost confidence Supporting pupils with emotional regulation and behaviour, always with a trauma-informed, patient approach Working as part of a close-knit team where teachers, TAs, and therapists all pull together for the same goal Building the kind of relationships where pupils feel safe to take risks, try again, and believe in themselves Why you’ll love working here The school is growing, and there will be real opportunities for progression and leadership. You’ll get access to excellent CPD and training, including behaviour, SEN, and therapeutic approaches. If you don’t yet hold QTS/QTLS, there are routes into formal teacher training. You’ll be part of a school where staff feel valued, supported, and proud of the work they do every day. Best of all, you’ll have the chance to teach in a way that really matters, without the same pressures of mainstream. About you A Qualified Teacher (QTS / QTLS) or an unqualified teacher with at least 2 years’ teaching experience Confident in teaching English up to GCSE and able to adapt to a range of abilities Patient, resilient, and passionate about inclusive practice Skilled at building trust with young people who may find school difficult Experience with Autism, ADHD, or SEMH (personal or professional) would be a bonus, but not essential Apply today If you are the kind of English Teacher who teaches with heart, sees potential where others might not, and wants to be part of a truly supportive community, we’d love to hear from you. Interviews are happening now. Apply today or contact Heeji Moon at Parker Smith Inclusion.