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🌟 Class Teacher (PMLD) 🌟 We are proud to be working in partnership with a local special school that provides a warm, inclusive, and supportive environment for children aged 2–11. The school supports pupils with severe learning difficulties, profound and multiple learning needs (PMLD), autism, and complex medical conditions, ensuring that every child receives the care, attention, and education they deserve. The school places a strong emphasis on nurturing each child’s individual potential, celebrating small steps of progress, and fostering independence wherever possible. Staff work collaboratively as a dedicated team, creating an environment where both children and adults feel valued, respected, and inspired to grow. As the school continues to expand, we are seeking a dedicated and caring Class Teacher to join the team. This role offers a rewarding opportunity to make a genuine difference in the lives of children with complex needs while being part of a highly supportive and welcoming school community. What we’re looking for: 👩‍🏫 Experience in PMLD – a teacher with the skills and understanding to support pupils with profound and multiple learning needs, tailoring lessons to individual abilities and celebrating every achievement. 💡 An enthusiastic and patient approach – someone who can create a calm, engaging, and safe learning environment where children feel nurtured and supported. 🌍 Commitment to inclusive education – a professional who believes in the importance of personalised learning, ensuring that every child has opportunities to learn, thrive, and succeed. 🤝 A collaborative team player – someone who works closely with colleagues, therapists, support staff, and families to achieve the very best outcomes for pupils. What’s on offer: 💬 A highly supportive and friendly team – join a community of skilled and caring professionals who work together to make a positive impact every day. 🎓 Excellent professional development opportunities – access training, mentoring, and opportunities to specialise further in SEND and PMLD teaching. 🌈 The chance to make a meaningful difference every day – take pride in a role where your teaching, care, and creativity directly enhance the quality of life and learning for pupils with complex needs. If you are passionate about supporting children with profound and multiple learning needs, and want to join a team that truly changes lives, we would love to hear from you. 💙

Are you ready for a unique new challenge? Is your background mentoring within a school setting and you are now looking for an exciting new challenge? This is an inspiring, therapeutic 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, you will play a crucial role in supporting young people who are new to the organisation. These young people have an SEMH and/or ASC 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? 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 Create holistic learning plans to help young people's transition into education Being away from a classroom setting 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 You must be available full time 8.30-4.30 Monday to Friday You must be prepared to travel across London to support multiple students Someone who is confident in managing dysregulated behaviour and fully understanding why this behaviour occurs Trauma informed and passionate about Therapeutic support If this sounds like the role you have been waiting for then please get in touch, however if this doesn't fit what you are looking for, I can also help you find the right role for you, please call 02030114848 and ask for Faye or email faye@psinclusion.co.uk

ASAP Start - ECTs Welcome - Temp2Perm SEN Teacher Role Special School - North Woolwich Pre-Verbal - SLD Class - 6 students A well established special school in East London are actively seeking an experienced teacher for a temp to permanent opportunity for their primary site for an immediate start. The students within this school have severe learning difficulties, autism, complex needs and speech & language requirements. Operating as a part of a trust that functions across East London, this special school boasts incredible development and training opportunities with a focus on staff retention and supporting talent. It is a fantastic environment to expand or learn new skills within a special needs environment. This role is also open to ECTs as you will be provided support whilst on contract and once permanent you will be enrolled in your ECT entitlement from September 2026. Requirements; QTS or equivalent Special Education Degree (desirable) Experience within a special school setting preferred or can display strong experience with SEN children in a professional setting Experience with children that display SLD, ASC, SPLD Teach individuals or small groups of pupils within or outside the class Prepare lessons and resources Mark and assess work Develop and adapt conventional teaching methods to meet individual pupil need Liaise with other professionals, such as social workers, speech and language therapists, physiotherapists and educational psychologists Behaviour management The Ideal Candidate Confident, passionate and professional Ability to work well within a team Great at building relationships with parents / caregivers Knowledge of special needs and the struggles that come with this Compassionate, empathetic, patient Flexible Creative If this position is of interest to you, please apply ASAP as interviews/trials are happening immediately.

SEMH Teaching Assistant Location: Merton Salary: £90 – £95 per day (dependent on experience) - PAYE Contract Type: Full-time, Long-term Job Description We seek a committed and resilient SEN Teaching Assistant to join a specialist education setting in Merton, South West London. This role involves working with students with a range of special educational needs, particularly SEMH (Social, Emotional and Mental Health needs), ASC (Autism Spectrum Condition), and ADHD (Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder). This is an ideal opportunity for someone passionate about inclusive education who thrives in a supportive but challenging environment where every day is different. This role is ideal for someone looking to expand on their experience, working on a 121 basis with students who present with complex social and emotional needs, dysregulation, and well-being. Key Responsibilities Support students in the classroom on a 1:1 basis or in small groups Implement strategies to manage behaviour and promote emotional regulation Assist the class teacher with planning and delivering engaging, accessible lessons Help create a positive and structured learning environment Provide emotional and pastoral support to pupils with complex needs Support the implementation of EHCP targets and behaviour plans Work closely with teaching staff, SENCOs and external professionals Requirements Experience working with children or young people with SEND, especially SEMH, Autism, and ADHD Ability to remain calm under pressure and respond positively to challenging behaviour Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to build trusting relationships with pupils A patient, empathetic, and resilient attitude Good literacy, numeracy, and communication skills Understanding of safeguarding and child protection procedures The Ideal Candidate The ideal candidate will demonstrate: A genuine passion for supporting children with additional needs - specifically SEMH, Autism, ADHD and associated needs: anxiety, dysregulation, attachment issues and more. Confidence in managing behaviour positively and consistently - while maintaining professional boundaries and providing a positive environment. A proactive, flexible, and reflective approach to supporting learning - thinking outside the box, creating trusting working relationships with pupils. Experience working in SEN schools, PRUs, and alternative provisions - working with mixed age groups and similar needs. An understanding of trauma-informed practice or therapeutic approaches - whether in schools, provisions or placements. Willingness to work collaboratively within a team and engage in professional development—CPD, such as safeguarding, therapeutic approaches, and de-escalation training. What We Offer A welcoming and inclusive school environment Supportive leadership and experienced SEND teams Regular CPD opportunities and training Opportunities for progression into teaching or specialist support roles Consistent long-term placement with potential for permanent employment To Apply: Click Apply Now to submit your CV and reach out to Jamie Martinez at Paker Smith Inclusion. We welcome applications from experienced SEN TAs, recent psychology or education graduates, and those with relevant youth work or care experience.

SEN Teaching Assistant Location: Merton Salary: £90 – £95 per day (dependent on experience) - PAYE Contract Type: Full-time, Long-term Job Description We are currently seeking a committed and resilient SEN Teaching Assistant to join a specialist education setting in Merton, South West London. This role involves working with students with a range of special educational needs, particularly SEMH (Social, Emotional and Mental Health needs), ASC (Autism Spectrum Condition), and ADHD (Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder). This is an ideal opportunity for someone passionate about inclusive education and who thrives in a supportive but challenging environment where every day is different. Key Responsibilities Support students in the classroom on a 1:1 basis or in small groups Implement strategies to manage behaviour and promote emotional regulation Assist the class teacher with planning and delivering engaging, accessible lessons Help create a positive and structured learning environment Provide emotional and pastoral support to pupils with complex needs Support the implementation of EHCP targets and behaviour plans Work closely with teaching staff, SENCOs and external professionals Requirements Experience working with children or young people with SEND, especially SEMH, ASD, and ADHD Ability to remain calm under pressure and respond positively to challenging behaviour Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to build trusting relationships with pupils A patient, empathetic, and resilient attitude Good literacy, numeracy, and communication skills Understanding of safeguarding and child protection procedures The Ideal Candidate The ideal candidate will demonstrate: A genuine passion for supporting children with additional needs Confidence in managing behaviour positively and consistently A proactive, flexible, and reflective approach to supporting learning Experience working in SEN schools, PRUs, alternative provisions An understanding of trauma-informed practice or therapeutic approaches Willingness to work collaboratively within a team and engage in professional development What We Offer A welcoming and inclusive school environment Supportive leadership and experienced SEND teams Regular CPD opportunities and training Opportunities for progression into teaching or specialist support roles Consistent long-term placement with potential for permanent employment To Apply: Click Apply Now to submit your CV and reach out to Jamie Martinez at Paker Smith Inclusion. We welcome applications from experienced SEN TAs, recent psychology or education graduates, and those with relevant youth work or care experience.

1:1 SEN Teaching Assistant – Sutton Independent School | Full-Time, Term Time Only (34 weeks) | Year 9 Pupil Support Recruited via Parker Smith Inclusion Our school is a vibrant and proudly inclusive independent co-educational day school for students aged 7–16 (Year 3 to Year 11), is seeking a dedicated and compassionate 1:1 SEN Teaching Assistant to join our supportive SEND team. This role focuses on providing individualised support to a Year 9 student with visual needs, with a particular emphasis on English, Mathematics (up to GCSE level), and ELSA (Emotional Literacy Support). The ideal candidate will be proactive, empathetic, and passionate about removing barriers to learning for neurodiverse and visually impaired pupils. Key Responsibilities: Work closely with subject teachers and the SENCo to implement tailored support strategies. Provide 1:1 academic and emotional support both in and outside of the classroom. Adapt learning materials and use assistive technology to support visual accessibility. Foster confidence, independence, and wellbeing in the student’s educational journey. Requirements: Strong academic grounding in English and Maths (up to GCSE level). Previous experience supporting students with visual impairments is highly desirable. ELSA training or experience is preferred. A flexible, positive approach and a genuine desire to make a difference in a pupil’s life. What We Offer: A welcoming and inclusive school community. A collaborative and well-resourced SEND department. A chance to be part of a school that values both academic progress and emotional development. Ongoing training and professional development opportunities. This is a full-time, term-time only position (34 weeks per year), with an immediate start following a one-week trial. The role will be recruited via Parker Smith Inclusion, specialists in SEN recruitment. If you’re committed to helping young people thrive and are ready to make a meaningful impact, we would love to hear from you. To Apply: Click Apply Now to submit your CV and reach out to Jamie Martinez at Paker Smith Inclusion. We welcome applications from experienced SEN TAs, recent psychology or education graduates, and those with relevant youth work or care experience.

1:1 SEN Teaching Assistant Location: Brent, North-West London Salary: £90 – £100 per day Contract Type: Full-time, Long-term About the Role We are seeking a dedicated and resilient SEN Teaching Assistant to join a specialist educational setting in Brent. You will be working on a 1:1 basis with students who have a range of special educational needs, including SEMH (Social, Emotional and Mental Health), ASD (Autism Spectrum Disorder), and ADHD. This is an excellent opportunity for individuals passionate about inclusive education, and who thrive in dynamic, supportive environments that put students’ well-being and progress first. Key Responsibilities Provide 1:1 and small group support to students with additional needs Support students with emotional regulation and positive behaviour management strategies Assist the class teacher with lesson planning and classroom activities Help maintain a structured and engaging learning environment Implement EHCP (Education, Health and Care Plan) targets and personalised learning strategies Provide emotional and pastoral support to students with complex needs Liaise with teaching staff, SENCOs, and external professionals to ensure tailored support Requirements Experience supporting children or young people with SEN, particularly SEMH, ASD, or ADHD Calm, empathetic, and patient approach to behaviour management Strong communication and interpersonal skills Ability to build trusting relationships with pupils and staff Good literacy and numeracy skills Understanding of safeguarding and child protection principles Desirable Skills and Experience Background in SEN schools, PRUs (Pupil Referral Units), or alternative provisions Understanding of trauma-informed practice or therapeutic support approaches Previous experience in youth work, care work, or psychology-based roles Flexibility, resilience, and a proactive attitude to learning support Willingness to work as part of a multidisciplinary team What We Offer A supportive and inclusive school environment Ongoing CPD and training opportunities Consistent long-term placement with the potential for permanent employment Opportunities to progress into HLTA, teaching, or specialist support roles Experienced SEN staff and leadership committed to professional growth How to Apply Click Apply Now to submit your CV. We welcome applications from: Experienced SEN Teaching Assistants Psychology or education graduates Professionals with relevant youth work or care experience

Behaviour Mentor Location: Harrow, North-West London Start Date: ASAP Contract: Full-Time, Term Time Only | Temp to Perm Pay: £95–£100 per day (PAYE) Are you passionate about making a real difference in the lives of young people with behavioural and emotional challenges? We're looking for a dedicated Behaviour Mentor to support students aged 5–18 with SEMH, Autism, ADHD, and associated learning difficulties. This is a rewarding, full-time role offering long-term stability and the chance to go permanent after two successful terms. The Role: As a Behaviour Mentor, you will: Build trusted relationships to support students' emotional regulation Help manage behaviour using de-escalation and restorative approaches Deliver targeted interventions in and out of class Create a calm, consistent, and safe learning environment Work closely with teachers, therapists, and other support staff About You: Experience with SEMH, Autism, ADHD or challenging behaviour (in any setting) Calm, confident, and empathetic in your approach Skilled in managing conflict and de-escalating situations Team player with strong communication skills Resilient, proactive, and passionate about inclusive education We Welcome Applicants From: Psychology or Criminology graduates Youth workers and sports coaches Teaching assistants with SEN experience Residential care workers or support workers Anyone with relevant transferable skills in behaviour support What We Offer: Temp to perm opportunity with long-term career potential Exceptional, purpose-built school environment Specialist training and CPD opportunities Supportive leadership and experienced staff team Meaningful, varied work – every day is different Interested? Apply now or contact Daniel at Parker Smith Inclusion for more information.