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SEMH & Autism Teaching Assistant Location: West Sussex Salary: £20,496 – £26,000 per annum (depending on experience) Contract Type: Permanent Start Date: September 2025 Parker Smith Inclusion Are you passionate about supporting young people who feel misunderstood, disengaged, or excluded from mainstream education? Do you want to make a meaningful impact on pupils with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs and Autism? Parker Smith Inclusion is working in partnership with a specialist school in West Sussex to recruit a committed and resilient SEMH & Autism Teaching Assistant. The school supports primary and secondary pupils, many of whom have faced trauma, disrupted education, and complex behavioural needs – including potential gang affiliation and high levels of emotional distress. About the Role: You will support students on a 1:1 and small group basis (4–8 pupils per class), helping them engage with learning, develop emotional regulation skills, and build confidence in a nurturing and consistent environment. This is a highly rewarding role that requires empathy, patience, and the ability to remain calm in challenging situations. Key Responsibilities: Support learning and emotional development of pupils with SEMH and Autism Assist in delivering a creative and flexible curriculum Help manage behaviours using positive, trauma-informed strategies Foster trusting relationships with students who may be disengaged from education Work collaboratively with teachers, therapists, and support staff Who We’re Looking For: Experience supporting children or young people with SEND, SEMH, or behavioural needs (desirable) Confidence working with challenging behaviour and emotionally vulnerable students Strong interpersonal and communication skills Calm, resilient, and nurturing with a passion for making a difference Psychology graduates or candidates with youth work, care, or SEN backgrounds are very welcome to apply What’s On Offer: Permanent position through Parker Smith Inclusion £20,496 – £26,000 per annum, based on experience Full-time, term-time role Extensive training and professional development in SEND and trauma-informed practice A small, supportive school environment where you can make a lasting impact How to Apply: If you’re ready to take on a deeply rewarding role and help change the lives of young people who need it most, we’d love to hear from you. Please send your CV and a short covering statement to Jamie Martinez at Parker Smith Inclusion.

Behaviour Mentor – Secondary School (Behaviour Support & Wellbeing - SEMH/Autism) Location: Wandsworth Start Date: 01/09/2025 Hours: Full-Time | Term-Time Only (Temp to Perm contract) Salary: £90 - £100 per day (PAYE) Are you passionate about making a real difference in the lives of young people? Do you have the confidence, empathy and resilience to support students with Autism and social, emotional, and mental health (SEMH) needs? We are looking for a dedicated Behaviour Mentor to join our dynamic and nurturing team, supporting secondary-aged pupils who face barriers to learning due to behavioural challenges, trauma, or mental health needs. The school provides a therapeutic, trauma-informed setting where students are supported holistically to succeed both in and out of the classroom, and the staff work with their pupils, offering wraparound support. What You'll Do: Provide 1:1 and small group support to students with SEMH needs and Autism Use a nurturing, empathetic approach to build trusting relationships Support students across the curriculum in class and in interventions Help young people manage behaviour and develop coping strategies Take ownership and accountability for the progress and wellbeing of your key pupils Work closely with teaching staff, pastoral teams and external agencies What We’re Looking For: Experience working with young people with Autism and SEMH needs or behavioural challenges Confidence in supporting students within a secondary curriculum setting A calm, patient and emotionally resilient individual Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to de-escalate situations effectively A team player who is passionate about promoting positive change in young lives This is a rewarding role where every day is different and every interaction matters. If you’re ready to be a consistent, caring adult for students who need it most, we’d love to hear from you. Apply now or contact us for more information – Please get in touch with Jamie at Jamie@psinclusion.co.uk

SEND Teaching Assistant – SLD, PMLD & ASC School Location: Sutton Full-time | Term-time only Via Parker Smith Inclusion Salary: £90 - £95 per day PAYE Are you a passionate and resilient individual ready to make a real difference in the lives of students with complex needs? Parker Smith Inclusion is working in partnership with a highly specialist SEND school catering to students with Severe Learning Difficulties (SLD), Profound and Multiple Learning Difficulties (PMLD), and Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC). We are seeking a compassionate, reliable, and proactive SEND Teaching Assistant to join a dedicated team supporting learners across all key stages. About the Role Supporting students in small, focused groups and occasionally on a 1:1 basis Assisting with personal care, including toileting and feeding Supporting moving and handling using appropriate techniques and equipment (training provided if needed) Promoting positive behaviour and engagement through a tailored, person-centred approach Working closely with class teachers, therapists, and other specialists to deliver meaningful and inclusive learning experiences What We’re Looking For Experience working with children or young people with SEND, particularly SLD, PMLD, or ASC A calm, empathetic, and adaptable nature Confidence with personal care and manual handling or willingness to be trained Strong communication skills and a team player attitude A commitment to safeguarding and promoting student wellbeing Ideal for: Graduates exploring careers in education, psychology, or therapy Experienced Teaching Assistants looking to specialise in SEND Individuals with backgrounds in care, nursing, or youth work Why Work with Parker Smith Inclusion? A personal consultant who truly understands SEND settings Access to training and ongoing professional development Long-term and permanent opportunities available A values-led approach: inclusive, supportive, and ethical Ready to take the next step in your SEND career? Apply today or contact Parker Smith Inclusion to speak to our SEND specialist consultants about this incredible opportunity.

SEMH Teaching Assistant London Borough of Hillingdon Social Emotional and Mental Health Special Educational Needs - Autism, ADHD, Dyslexia, Challenging Behaviours Ages 3 - 19 Up to £100 Per Day PAYE Are you a caring and resilient person who would make an excellent role model? Do you have a strong drive to help and support children with special educational needs? I am currently working with a truly fantastic school in the London Borough of Hillingdon which is now seeking SEMH Teaching Assistants to join their welcoming team. What to Expect as an SEMH Teaching Assistant: The opportunity to work alongside a fantastic and supportive senior leadership team where staff wellbeing is a priority The opportunity to gain valuable experience working to help and support children with additional needs within a classroom setting Up to £100 per day PAYE Excellent work-life balance due to school hours and working during term time only The opportunity to develop professionally with further training Requirements of an SEMH Teaching Assistant: A caring, supportive and resilient personality Works well as part of a team, able to be flexible where necessary Experience working as a teaching assistant previously would be highly valued for this role Experience working with children in a school or youth club setting would be highly valued for this role Experience working as a care worker would be hugely beneficial for this role Interested in hearing more about our SEMH Teaching Assistant roles? If you want to hear more about our SEND 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.

Mainstream Primary Teaching Assistant SEND based role Hillingdon, North West London 8:00am - 15:30pm Monday - Friday £85 to £95 a day PAYE We are working with a lovely mainstream primary school which is a part of a well-established academy, they are a beautifully resourced and modern school with very low levels of behaviour across all classes. Within this role, you will be working within a year 3 class, working alongside 3x Teaching Assistants and 1x Class Teacher, supporting the more vulnerable students within the class, and offering academic and emotional support to the pupils who require this the most. This is a great opportunity to develop your skills, all whilst building bonds with the students and helping them to grow and overcome barriers to learning. So, if this rewarding role sounds like the opportunity you’ve been looking for, why not apply today? The ideal candidate: The ideal Primary Teaching Assistant would have experience working with children with autism, personal or professional experience I would love to hear from you The ideal candidate will be proactive in their approach The ideal candidate will be prepared to manage challenging behaviour and support students who may come from challenging or disadvantaged backgrounds Experience would be preferred but if you have a can-do attitude I want to hear from you Interested in hearing more about our roles? If you want to hear more about our SEND 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 in 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.

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.

Psychology Graduate London Borough of Hounslow £425 to £475 PAYE Per Week ASAP Start Have you just graduated from university and are now looking to gain some experience working with children with SEN? Are you an aspiring Clinical Psychologist, Child Psychologist, Social Worker, or Pastoral Worker? If so this role could offer you the necessary experience to achieve your career goal! We are currently working with an outstanding school based in the London Borough of Wandsworth, and they are seeking out a Psychology Graduate to join their collaborative and supportive team as a SEN Teaching Assistant. With beautiful surroundings and fantastic facilities, this school caters to children from 3 to 19. The older children's daily learning focuses on providing them with life skills so that they can become more independent. This could include taking the students to local cafes, parks, supermarkets, and restaurants and carrying out work experience. The school focuses on what style of learning works for each child, encouraging them to develop new skills at their own pace. What you can expect as a Psychology Graduate: A therapeutic environment, ensuring the classrooms stay as calm as possible - they even have a therapy dog Fantastic opportunities to develop and build on your skills The opportunity to hugely impact each individual child's life Working with state-of-the-art facilities What will be required of you as a Psychology Graduate Personal or professional experience working with Special Educational Needs (SEN), both are just as important A nurturing, calm and patient personality A team player who can bring a positive and can-do attitude to the team The belief that each child deserves the best education possible Interested in hearing more? If you want to hear more about our SEND opportunities, please get in touch! You can apply by the response to this advert! If you are not contacted within 5 working days, unfortunately, you have been unsuccessful in 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.

Behaviour Mentor Permanent Contract Hillingdon Term time only Monday to Friday, 8:30am - 4pm One of our schools is looking to appoint a Behaviour Mentor to join them on a full-time permanent contract basis in September. This is a term-time only position, and the starting salary is £22,000. School hours are 8:30am until 4pm. Secondary age students thrive in their purpose-built classroom hub and require an experienced, nurturing and strong-willed Behaviour Mentor to support them. For secondary students, they provide a rich curriculum covering core subjects alongside exciting vocational courses. From barbering and construction to horticulture, hospitality, and motor vehicle studies, there are ample opportunities for growth and exploration. About the needs Some children may have Autism and other associated needs Often have difficulties managing their emotions Can feel anxious, frustrated, angry, and scared May have verbal and/or physical aggression About the school Hillingdon, North West London Provides individualised curriculum to students who have been diagnosed with Social, Emotional and Mental Health needs (SEMH) Some students have Autism/ASC and other learning disabilities Provides a therapeutic and nurturing learning environment Works very closely with local communities, including a local farm About you We don't need any qualifications for you to be able to work in this school. You will be positive and not afraid of challenges. You will understand children's backgrounds and be able to build trusting relationships. You will manage behaviour in positive ways and will support children to learn. You are well-organised and have clear communication skills. You may have personal interests or experience supporting children and young people from disadvantaged backgrounds and challenging homes. Interested in hearing more about the Behaviour Mentor role? If you are interested in this position or want to know more about who we are and what other SEN jobs we have, you can contact Caitlin @ Parker Smith Inclusion.