1:1 Teaching Assistant

Are you passionate about making a difference in the SEND sector? Do you possess the dedication and empathy to support these students in their educational journey? If so, you're in the right place.

We understand the vital role that SEND 1:1 Teaching Assistants play in the inclusive education system. That's why we're dedicated to connecting talented individuals like you with rewarding opportunities in the field of Special Education.

Our honest approach means that all of the jobs you will see advertised will be real vacancies. There are some jobs we are consistently recruiting for and you will see these appear alongside our live vacancies. If you can't find the job you are looking for advertised here, please email us at hello@psinclusion.co.uk or call us on 0203 011 4848

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Therapeutic Nurture Teacher SEMH

Mole Valley
Surrey
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Therapeutic Nurture Teacher SEMH Chelmsford September Start Temp to Permanent About the School I work with a therapeutic SEN school in Chelmsford, and the school is dedicated to providing exceptional education and support to children in Key Stages 3 and 4 with Social, Emotional and Mental Health needs (SEMH) and additional needs, including Autism, ADHD, and Dyslexia. The school offers a nurturing and inclusive environment prioritising holistic development and individualised learning. Role Overview As a Nurture Teacher, you will empower the students in key stage 3 to thrive academically, socially, and emotionally. You will craft engaging lessons tailored to meet individual children's needs, foster a positive classroom culture, and utilise therapeutic approaches to support emotional regulation and well-being. Key Responsibilities Design and deliver dynamic and individualised lessons for Key Stage 3 students with SEMH, including PTSD, ADHD, and attachment disorder; some children have additional needs such as Autism / ASC (Autism Spectrum Condition) and mild Speech and Language Communication Needs (SLCN). Many children will have mild to moderate learning difficulties. Implement nurturing and therapeutic strategies to create a supportive learning environment. Collaborate closely with multidisciplinary teams to develop personalised learning plans. Provide pastoral care and emotional support to students, promoting their social and emotional development. Requirements Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or QTLS Experience working with children with SEMH and/or Autism Strong understanding of therapeutic interventions and nurturing approaches. Passion for creating inclusive and supportive learning environments. Therapeutic Teacher | Nurture Teacher | SEMH | QTS or QTLS | ASAP Start | SEN Job | Education Job | Teaching Job | Chelmsford If you are interested in this Therapeutic Teacher role, please apply or contact Heeji Moon at Parker Smith Inclusion.

Primary SEMH Teacher - Chelmsford

Chelmsford
Essex
£30k - £56k
Primary SEMH Teacher- Chelmsford - £30-£56k - Permanent role Are you a teacher seeking a new and exciting opportunity in SEND education? Do you believe therapy and education go hand in hand? Would you like to feel challenged and fulfilled on a daily basis? Are you interested in opportunities to further your career? If the answer is yes I may have the perfect role for you in a BRAND NEW school that is looking for a teacher to join them to work as part of a strong team that will strive to fully support the children that will be within their setting. Anybody lucky enough to work within this group of schools will know that they believe in a therapeutic approach to education for their pupils who have suffered difficult childhood experiences and have a wide range of SEMH and educational needs. Daily exercise, mindfulness and healthy, nourishing food are just a small part of the nurturing approach this school wants to deliver to their pupils. This school is truly incredible! Benefits of the Primary SEMH Teacher role A chance to eat a wholesome, nutritious lunch cooked for you by exceptional school chefs every day! An Apple Mac Book to use in your classroom and that you can also take home with you Optional staff therapy to reflect on daily school life Promoting wellbeing and healing for students and staff using Therapy dogs Art therapy to support children express inner thoughts and make sense of their emotions Teacher requirements QTS/QTSL or equivalent Teachers with a mainstream background or newly qualified teachers are welcome to apply! Interested in the Primary SEMH Teacher role? If this sounds like the perfect teacher role for you, please do not hesitate to get in touch. You can do this by responding to this advert or emailing your CV to harry@psinclusion.co.uk. We look forward to hearing from you. Unfortunately, if you are not contacted within five working days, it means your application has been unsuccessful, we will, however keep your records on file and contact you if a job role becomes available that we believe is perfect for you. Parker Smith Inclusion is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All candidates must undertake a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) Check. We will help you with this. By applying for this role, you consent to Parker Smith Inclusion Ltd storing your personal details in our fully encrypted database, in line with the new GDPR Requirements. Primary SEMH Teacher - Chelmsford

Pastoral Mentor

Hackney
North East London
£120 - £140 PAYE Per Day
Pastoral Mentor Hackney Full Time - Long term Are you passionate about supporting young people with behavioural, social, emotional and mental health needs? We are working with a Pupil Referral Unit (PRU) based in Central London that caters for students from primary to year 11 across two sites,. The school provides short- and long-term placements for young people unable to attend mainstream education due to behavioural, social, emotional, and mental health (SEMH) needs, as well as additional diagnoses such as ASC and ADHD. They are seeking an experienced Pastoral Support Mentor to join their team, delivering 1:1 and small group mentoring interventions to students in Key Stage 3. The ideal candidates will already have experience mentoring and supporting young people with behavioural, social and emotional needs. Key Responsibilities: Deliver targeted intervention and mentoring sessions to support emotional well-being and behaviour. Build positive relationships to help students develop resilience and coping strategies. Work with staff and external agencies to create personalised support plans. Monitor progress and encourage engagement in learning. Requirements: Experience working with young people with SEMH needs or in a PRU/SEN setting. Previous experience mentoring students and delivering interventions Strong communication and behaviour management skills. Understanding of trauma-informed practice and restorative approaches. Why Join Us? Supportive team and ongoing training opportunities. The chance to make a real difference in young people’s lives Opportunities for the role to go permanent If the opportunity this role presents inspires you, and you would like to discuss how you would deliver the best for the school, please contact me on 0203 011 4848 or katie@psinclusion.co.uk I look forward to hearing from you. Parker Smith Inclusion work with a large number of SEND schools and are therefore often recruiting for roles in special education. If this role is not quite right for you, please get in touch and we can spend time getting to know exactly how we can best support you in securing the right role for your SEND skills and experience.

SEN Employment Support Specialist

Enfield
North East London
£115 - £120 PAYE Per Day
Role: SEN Employment Support Specialist School: SEND Post 16 Location: Enfield Are you passionate about supporting young people with complex needs to achieve independence and prepare for adult life? We are working with a school based in Enfield that caters to students 16 - 25 years with SEND, which includes ASC, ADHD, learning difficulties, and speech and language and communication needs. The school are looking for a passionate SEN Employment Support Specialist & Travel Trainer to join their ethical team. Part of the role as a Job Coach will involve supporting the students with their work experience placements and giving guidance, support and advice for their job placements. The other part of the role will be supporting students with independent travel. Key Responsibilities Independent Travel Trainer Deliver tailored travel training to students, ensuring they can navigate public transport safely and independently. Monitor progress, complete checklists, and report updates to line managers, class teams, and other stakeholders. Prepare and implement risk assessments for travel training activities. SEN Employment Support Specialist Organise and coordinate meaningful external work experience opportunities that match students’ abilities and interests. Consult with students to understand their skills, preferences, and support needs, adopting a person-centered approach. Set up, support, and monitor students in work placements, providing on-the-job training, advice, and guidance. Develop and maintain strong relationships with employers, negotiating roles that align with students’ skills while meeting business needs. What We’re Looking For: Experience working with young people with SEND, particularly in a post-16 setting. Strong interpersonal and organisational skills with the ability to build positive relationships. Knowledge of risk assessments, safeguarding, and disability equality practices. Confidence in delivering training, supporting students in the workplace, and promoting independence. A proactive, empathetic, and adaptable approach to problem-solving. Interested in hearing more? If you want to hear more about our SEND opportunities, please get in touch! You can apply by response to this advert! Applying on our company website, uploading your CV to our website, or emailing your CV to katie@psiclusion

Primary Teacher - Therapeutic School - Essex

Epping Forest
Essex
SEMH
Primary Teacher – Specialist Therapeutic School – Essex Are you seeking a role where specialist Therapists and Teachers “work as one”? Are you a qualified Primary Teacher either with SEMH experience or are you looking to transition from mainstream into a specialist setting? Do you want to work in a leading Therapeutic School? About the Therapeutic School The school caters for primary and secondary aged students with adverse childhood experiences including trauma and support children who have a range of social, emotional, mental health and learning needs. The specialist school has an excellent OFSTED report as well as having an outstanding reputation. The school offers a wide range of therapies including Music, Drama, Play, Integrative, Family, Canine, SALT, Occupational, Educational Psychology and CAHMS. What you can expect as a Primary Teacher in a therapeutic setting Teachers at this school are responsible for a high standard or planning, teaching, assessment and behaviour management for the schools students. You will facilitate learning through your engaging and differentiated lessons. You can expect to work as part of a larger teaching and therapy team who are extremely supportive. Primary Teacher requirements QTS or equivalent A range of experience delivering the primary curriculum SEMH experience is desirable Interested in hearing more? If you want to hear more about our SEND opportunities, please get in touch! You can apply by response to this advert! or email me on Harry@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.

SEN Career Development Coach

Enfield
North East London
£115 - £120 Per Day PAYE
Role: SEN Career Development Coach School: SEND Post 16 Location: Enfield Are you passionate about supporting young people with complex needs to achieve independence and prepare for adult life? We are working with a school based in Enfield that caters to students 16 - 25 years with SEND, which includes ASC, ADHD, learning difficulties, and speech and language and communication needs. The school are looking for passionate SEN Career Development Coach & Travel Trainer to join their ethical team. Part of the role as a Job Coach will involve supporting the students with their work experience placements and giving guidance, support and advice for their job placements. The other part of the role will be supporting students with independent travel. Key Responsibilities Independent Travel Trainer Deliver tailored travel training to students, ensuring they can navigate public transport safely and independently. Monitor progress, complete checklists, and report updates to line managers, class teams, and other stakeholders. Prepare and implement risk assessments for travel training activities. SEN Career Development Coach Organise and coordinate meaningful external work experience opportunities that match students’ abilities and interests. Consult with students to understand their skills, preferences, and support needs, adopting a person-centered approach. Set up, support, and monitor students in work placements, providing on-the-job training, advice, and guidance. Develop and maintain strong relationships with employers, negotiating roles that align with students’ skills while meeting business needs. What We’re Looking For: Experience working with young people with SEND, particularly in a post-16 setting. Strong interpersonal and organisational skills with the ability to build positive relationships. Knowledge of risk assessments, safeguarding, and disability equality practices. Confidence in delivering training, supporting students in the workplace, and promoting independence. A proactive, empathetic, and adaptable approach to problem-solving. Interested in hearing more? If you want to hear more about our SEND opportunities, please get in touch! You can apply by response to this advert! Applying on our company website, uploading your CV to our website, or emailing your CV to katie@psiclusion

Behaviour Mentor

Harlow
Essex
PAYE
Behaviour Mentor – Harlow - Immediate Do you have a passion and talent for supporting children and young people with additional learning needs and mental health disorders? Are you keen to make a difference to the lives of children and young people whilst building your experience and furthering your career in SEND/SEMH? I am working with an East London AP (Alternative Provision) who are looking for an engaging and passionate Behaviour Mentor for their KS3 class. The children attending this school will be either temporarily or permanently excluded due to challenging and disruptive behaviour, they may or may not have a SEN diagnosis, EHCP (Education Health Care Plan). I am looking to speak to professional and committed Behaviour Mentors, even if your experience is informal/voluntary, we want to hear from you! Behaviour Mentor requirements Essential - Passion for working with young people who require additional support in order to access education and social development Beneficial - Experience of working with Autism, ADHD, sensory processing difficulties and learning difficulties, or experience with SEMH, trauma, sensory processing, social communication Beneficial - Youth Mentor/Worker experience Essential - Ability to build strong and meaningful relationships What you can expect as a Behaviour Mentor Behaviour Mentor roles will vary from day to day, you will be expected to use your initiative and respond calmly in challenging situations For aspiring Teachers, Pastoral Workers, Child Psychologists, Educational Psychologists, Clinical Psychologists, Occupational Therapists, SALTs, Counsellors, and Social Workers, these positions will offer relevant and vital experience for your chosen career path Continued Professional Development - SEND schools and APs are continually training their staff to help them support their children's needs, you will become an expert in your field You will have an opportunity to make a huge social impact, as a Behaviour Mentor you could change the path of someone’s life! Pay We understand that pay is extremely important and it must be clear and simple! For that reason we have chosen to pay our staff via PAYE only. Quoted rates are gross pay and your pay will never involve employer's NI deductions or admin fees. Just as roles vary, so will the remuneration depending on the role requirements and your experience. You will often see these roles advertised as daily rates, please note that we pay PAYE only and rates will vary from £65 - £90 per day, depending on the role and your experience. Full Time Equivalent salaries are therefore £16,640 - £23,040 Per Annum, please bear in mind that all school based work will be term time only. Again, we are happy to help you with any rates queries, just ask us! Interested in hearing more? If you want to hear more about Learning Mentor opportunities, please get in touch! You can apply by response to this advert, uploading your CV to our website, or emailing your CV to Harry@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.

Food Technology Teacher - PRU

Islington
North East London
Pay to Scale
Food Technology Teacher - PRU Islington ASAP Start Long Term We are working with a dynamic and supportive Pupil Referral Unit (PRU) dedicated to providing high-quality education to students who face challenges in mainstream settings. They believe in nurturing the talents and potential of every student, helping them overcome obstacles and achieve their goals in a safe, inclusive, and innovative learning environment. They are seeking a passionate, creative, and dedicated Food Technology Teacher to join their secondary team. In this role, you will have the opportunity to inspire students to develop essential life skills, learn about nutrition, and explore the exciting world of food preparation and technology. You will be a key part of a supportive team, working closely with students who require tailored support in a smaller, more personalised learning environment. Key Responsibilities: Deliver engaging and innovative Food Technology lessons to a diverse group of students in a PRU setting. Plan and implement a curriculum that is both creative and relevant, catering to the needs and abilities of each student. Foster a positive and supportive classroom atmosphere where students feel empowered to explore their creativity and learn practical skills. Work closely with colleagues to develop individualised learning plans and provide pastoral support to students. Encourage students to explore the links between food, nutrition, and health, while promoting positive eating habits. Support students in building confidence, self-discipline, and a strong work ethic through hands-on learning and real-world applications. Requirements For Food Technology Teacher; Qualified Teacher or unqualified with proven experience Experience teaching in a secondary setting, preferably with students who may have social, emotional, or behavioural difficulties. Creative, patient, and empathetic with the ability to adapt your teaching approach to suit individual needs. A good understanding of the curriculum and the ability to deliver it in a way that is engaging, hands-on, and accessible. Interested in hearing more? You can apply by responding to this advert! Applying on our company website, uploading your CV to our website, or emailing your CV to katie@psiclusion. If you want to hear more about our SEND opportunities, please get in touch!