1:1 Teaching Assistant

Are you frustrated with large class sizes and not being able to support the students who need your help the most? Are you frustrated with restrictions on the curriculum and the lack of creativity? Have you ever considered working within a PRU (Pupil Referral Unit)? PRU's are specialist provisions that provide education for students who are unable to access mainstream settings, they have a dedicated team that focus on the unique needs of each child, providing tailored lessons that help them succeed. PRU's are not just a place for students to be educated but also feel nurtured and safe. The students may feel let down by the education system and as the trust builds so does the chance for progression in learning. PRU's prioritise emotional well-being, offering a safe space for students to grow, learn, and build confidence. The smaller class sizes allow for strong meaningful relationships to develop between students and staff , and allow for all students to feel heard and supported. PRU's provide a bespoke curriculum catering to each students needs, which enables you to be able to be flexible and creative with your teaching, this helps to engage students and encourage them to develop a love for learning. PRU's understand behaviour and focus on not just managing the behaviour but understanding why it occurs. Using a therapeutic and trauma informed approach, and helping student to re-regulate and discuss the frustrations they are feeling without judgement. If a PRU feels like somewhere you can thrive in your career, or if you would like to discuss other opportunities in alternative settings, please contact me on 02030114848 and ask to speak to Faye, or email me on faye@psinclusion.co.uk and we can discuss how I can help you.

Do you feel undervalued and unsupported in your current SEND Teaching assistant position? Are you tired of not having the resources needed to support the children with SEND in your class? Are you ready for a position where you can fully invest your skills and experience? As an teaching assistant, you will know how important it is to feel valued and supported. This is an “Outstanding” specialist SEND school where the SLT are heavily involved in the day to day running of the school, even present in the classrooms. A modern purpose-built facility with playgrounds equipped for physical exploration and interactive play. This school has ensured that excellent resources have been provided to positively contribute to your experience. An opportunity to work with students with a range of needs where you can gain more experience and knowledge to provide the best support you can. Whether you are coming from a mainstream environment, SEND school or are a graduate looking for your first teaching assistant experience, the school will be incredibly supportive of this next stage of your journey. If this school feels like somewhere you can thrive in your career, or if you would like to discuss other opportunities, please contact me on 02030114848 and ask to speak to Faye, or email me on faye@psinclusion.co.uk and we can discuss how I can help you.

Are you ready for a unique new challenge? This is an inspiring educational organisation that works across London. They have a no exclusion policy and support the hardest to reach, high risk and most vulnerable young people. This role is supporting young people who may have been out of formal education for several years and are unable at this time to cope with learning in a classroom. These young people may have an ASC and/or SEMH diagnosis, alongside complex additional needs. They may be at considerable risk of exploitation or been exposed to extreme violence and abuse in their homes. They need someone to help. Could this be you? They are looking for resilient and compassionate Outreach Therapeutic Mentors, your role will be supporting an extremely vulnerable young person on a 1:1 basis out in the community, maybe within their home or a local library, with the intent of helping them eventually over time become ready to be able to go into a specialist school setting and learn alongside their peers. This process starts with building a bond between you, most of these students will have gone through ACE’s (Adverse Childhood Experiences) and will have indicators of PTSD, trust needs to be earned over time. Once the trust is there you will be therapeutically supporting them with fully bespoke educational plans that suit their needs. This organisation has a high success rate in that young people are eventually are back in full time education or employment, and on top of that thriving, able to regulate their emotions and begin to process their trauma. An example of this is a young person with previous low school attendance, multiple exclusions, PTSD, and extremely aggressive behaviour. After being assigned a specialist mentor and working together, this young person has now transitioned to a specialist school, has a 93% attendance record, is part of restorative groups helping him to process his trauma and is thriving with a bespoke curriculum. You can also be a part of someone’s success story, this really is an incredible and unique opportunity for someone who really does want to change lives Benefits and what they are looking for Being away from a classroom setting and being able to be creative in your support strategies The ability to assist students with their educational activities, including online learning and project-based assignments Being a part of the journey of the most vulnerable, complex young people, from being unable to access any education to then thriving, all with your help! Lunch and travel expenses (during working hours) reimbursed 2 years experience with SEMH in an educational setting You must be available full time 8.30-4.30 Monday to Friday You must be prepared on occasion to travel up to 1.5 hours if you are needed to support a young person in need Someone who is confident in managing dysregulated behaviour and fully understanding why this behaviour occurs Trauma informed and passionate about Therapeutic support Please get in touch if this advert inspires you and be a part of changing a young person's life

ARP Teacher - Speech & Language provision within a mainstream setting Ealing, North West London September 2025 Long-term - Temporary to Permanent £200 - £240 Per day PAYE Speech & Language Provision Mainstream primary school - EYFS, KS1, KS2 Are you a Mainstream Primary School Teacher looking for an exciting new opportunity? Maybe you are looking to make the transition into SEND teaching? Do you have a strong background in supporting children with SLCN (Speech & Language Communication Needs)? The role I am seeking a strong teacher to teach a class in an ARP of a mainstream primary school. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with a good background in SEN to showcase their skills and teach a class of 6-8 pupils. All children in the class have SLCN and require patience and nurturing to help to educate. Some pupils in the class are nonverbal, so it is essential that the Teacher understands why different communication methods are necessary and can implement some, such as PECs, core boards and Makaton. Due to children’s needs, sometimes they can present with challenging behaviour. Therefore, it is important that the successful Teacher has a strong background in behaviour management and de-escalation techniques. There are 3 members of support staff assigned to this class, so there is lots of help to help manage this. It is also important that the successful Teacher has experience in planning and assessing children with additional needs so that areas of improvement can be highlighted, which as a result, will allow the children to achieve the best that they can. Teacher Requirements Able to deliver core subjects and adapt their teaching methods to suit each pupil Experience in teaching with emotional regulation and with positive behaviour/de-escalation strategies Positive role model to support communication with a sensitive, nurturing, and consistent approach Experience with communication methods such as PEC’s and Core Boards Ability to build strong and meaningful relationships with vulnerable students A strong interest in SLCN and open to receiving additional training lead by the schools amazing Speech and Language Therapist Interested in hearing more? If you want to hear more about our teaching opportunities, please get in touch! You can apply by response to this advert! 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 Teaching Assistant North West London, Ealing Temporary to Permanent contract 2 day induction (fully paid) before starting the position £95 per day (PAYE) Monday to Friday 08:30 am to 15:30 pm Are you looking for a SEN Teaching Assistant position for September? We are working with a SEND School in Ealing who are looking for a SEN Teaching Assistant to support students aged 11 - 18 who require specialist support in the class, these students may have a diagnosis of Autism, Downs' Syndrome, Physical Disability, Complex Needs and Global Developmental Delay. You will gain fantastic training and certifications for your own professional development. In addition to training, this role also provides various pathways for your career, with you working closely with social workers, therapists, teachers and other professionals. This can help should you wish to go down these career paths or consider working in another role within education, such as an HLTA, Teacher or SENCo later in your career. Interested in hearing more about similar roles to this SEN Teaching Assistant Position? If you want to hear more about our SEND opportunities, please get in touch! You can apply by response to this advert! or by emailing caitlin@psinclusion.co.uk 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.

SEMH EnglishTeacher – Inspiring Futures Through Education Location: Croydon, London Salary: 39k - 52k - daily rate equivalent - £200-£266 per day Start Date: ASAP or September Are you a dedicated and passionate SEMH English Teacher looking for a role where you can make a real impact? Do you believe in the power of education to change lives and want to be part of a team that values inclusivity, creativity, and student-centred learning? A specialist independent school for boys and girls with SEMH and associated needs, which provides high-quality education tailored to students with diverse learning needs, is seeking a Maths teacher for a long-term or permanent role. With small class sizes, a strong support network, and a holistic approach to education, this is an opportunity to truly engage with students and help them reach their full potential. The SEMH English Teacher Role: Deliver engaging and differentiated English lessons to Key Stage 3 and 4 students. Work closely with SEN specialists and therapists to provide a personalised learning experience. Foster confidence and a love for learning in students who may have previously struggled in mainstream education. Contribute to a collaborative and supportive school environment where staff and students thrive. Benefits of this SEMH English Teacher role: Small class sizes, allowing for a more individualised teaching approach. A highly supportive team, including on-site therapy and SEN specialists. Ongoing professional development and career progression opportunities. A nurturing, inclusive school environment that prioritises both academic and personal growth. Requirements for this SEMH English Teacher role: A qualified Teacher (QTS/QTLS or equivalent). Experience working with SEN/SEND learners or a strong commitment to developing skills in this area. Experience teaching English in a SEND or mainstream setting A teacher with high expectations for all students and a creative approach to engaging them. Someone who thrives in a collaborative, values-driven school environment. This is more than just a teaching role—it’s a chance to be part of a school that makes a genuine difference in young people’s lives. Apply today to Parker Smith Inclusion, the ethical SEND specialists with over 300 FIVE STAR Google reviews by applying to this advert or calling us on 0203 011 4848

SEMH Maths Teacher – Inspiring Futures Through Education Location: Croydon, London Salary: 39k - 52k - daily rate equivalent - £200-£266 per day Start Date: ASAP or September Are you a dedicated and passionate SEMH Maths Teacher looking for a role where you can make a real impact? Do you believe in the power of education to change lives and want to be part of a team that values inclusivity, creativity, and student-centred learning? A specialist independent school for boys and girls with SEMH and associated needs, which provides high-quality education tailored to students with diverse learning needs, is seeking a Maths teacher for a long-term or permanent role. With small class sizes, a strong support network, and a holistic approach to education, this is an opportunity to truly engage with students and help them reach their full potential. The SEMH Maths Teacher Role: Deliver engaging and differentiated Maths lessons to Key Stage 3 and 4 students. Work closely with SEN specialists and therapists to provide a personalised learning experience. Foster confidence and a love for learning in students who may have previously struggled in mainstream education. Contribute to a collaborative and supportive school environment where staff and students thrive. Benefits of this SEMH Maths Teacher role: Small class sizes, allowing for a more individualised teaching approach. A highly supportive team, including on-site therapy and SEN specialists. Ongoing professional development and career progression opportunities. A nurturing, inclusive school environment that prioritises both academic and personal growth. Requirements for this SEMH Maths Teacher role: A qualified Maths Teacher (QTS/QTLS or equivalent). Experience working with SEN/SEND learners or a strong commitment to developing skills in this area. A teacher with high expectations for all students and a creative approach to engaging them. Someone who thrives in a collaborative, values-driven school environment. This is more than just a teaching role—it’s a chance to be part of a school that makes a genuine difference in young people’s lives. Apply today to Parker Smith Inclusion, the ethical SEND specialists with over 300 FIVE STAR Google reviews by applying to this advert or calling us on 0203 011 4848

Autism Teaching Assistant Kingston Upon Thames ASAP / Easter start (subject to compliance checks) Monday – Friday, 8:30 AM – 4:00 PM £85 – £95 per day (PAYE), paid weekly A specialist SEN school in Kingston is seeking Autism Teaching Assistants to join their welcoming and supportive team. No prior experience is necessary—just a genuine passion for working with children with Autism (ASC) and a willingness to learn! What’s In It for You? Valuable experience – Ideal for those considering careers in teaching, educational psychology, therapy, or special education Specialist training – Learn communication strategies, sensory approaches, and autism-friendly techniques Supportive environment – Work closely with experienced teachers, therapists, and SEN specialists Career development – Opportunities for progression into teacher training, therapy roles, or further SEN qualifications Your Role: Supporting pupils with autism, including both verbal and non-verbal learners, to help them feel comfortable and engaged in their learning Using visual aids, PECS, Makaton, and sensory strategies to support communication and development Assisting in structured learning, play-based activities, and sensory integration sessions Building strong, trusting relationships with students to encourage confidence and engagement Working as part of a collaborative team to create a nurturing, inclusive learning environment What We’re Looking For: A caring, patient, and proactive attitude A genuine passion for working with children with SEN Strong communication and teamwork skills Previous experience with SEN is helpful but not essential – enthusiasm and a willingness to learn are key! Knowledge of PECS, Makaton, or sensory strategies is a bonus but not required Please note: All applicants must complete full compliance checks, including a DBS and references, before starting. Apply today or contact Heeji Moon at Parker Smith Inclusion.