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Senior Secondary SEND Teacher Location: North London (Barnet) Salary: MPS/UPS + SEN Allowance + leadership Contract Type: Permanent/Temp to Perm (1 PPA day p/w from home) As an experienced SEND Secondary Teacher, you are passionate about special needs education and embrace the social, emotional and physical challenges the role presents. You have a nurturing and adaptable approach to supporting children with complex needs. And your knowledge of autism, communication needs, and social-emotional challenges has stood you in good stead delivering the best possible education for the children in your school. You have already proved yourself to be a very capable leader, supporting and encouraging those around you. However, maybe your current environment is not offering you that significant step up that your skills, experience and ambition deserve…… Are your ready to lead a new Secondary site for a specialist all-through school? This is an opportunity to not just move into a senior SEND leadership role, but continuing your own growth and development as the school’s site expands; taking advantage of CPD opportunities to enhance your skills in SEND and support career progression. This school, based in Barnet, provides high-quality education and support for children with a range of learning difficulties and disabilities, including those on the autism spectrum. The school is very proud of their inclusive education framework, always adapting teaching strategies where necessary to meet the diverse needs of learners. So naturally, you would be working closely with families, therapists, and support staff to develop individual learning plans and meet EHCP targets. Challenging roles should always be provided with the resources required to deliver the expected high standards. With extremely well-equipped classrooms, strong therapeutic support and a curriculum tailored to individual learning needs, this school is a shining example of such provisions. Combined with access to a swimming pool, cooking room, sensory rooms, and gardens to support a rich and engaging learning environment, you will feel supported in everything you are working to deliver for both students an colleagues. Class details: There will be 10 children in this class with a team of 4 TAs. A number of the children are verbal, they are not exclusively children with ASC but with a range of learning needs and will be taught a semi-formal curriculum. If this opportunity fits with your current circumstances and ambition, please contact us to discuss how we can guide and advise you going forward. Whether it is this specific role or other SLT opportunities we can help you find the right next step for your career. Please get in touch if you want to hear more about this or our other SEND SLT opportunities. You can get in touch by responding to this advert, uploading your CV to our website, or calling us on 0203 011 4848. Now is the time to at least be looking at the opportunities your career so far can offer you. September discussions are happening and we can facilitate conversations with multiple schools investing in their SEND SLT. We are very different in our approach as you will see from the voices reviewing and recommending us. If you would like your journey so far to be recognised and respected, Parker Smith Inclusion is the right partner for you and your future. At Parker Smith Inclusion, we specialise exclusively in SEND recruitment. Our reputation is built on integrity and expertise. With over 300 five-star Google reviews, we are committed to finding the right leadership opportunities for exceptional educators. Benefits of PS Inclusion supporting you in your leadership role search. Tailored School Matches – We carefully match you with schools that align with your leadership experience and career aspirations. Exclusive Opportunities – Many of our leadership roles are exclusive to Parker Smith Inclusion. That’s how much our schools trust our service and knowledge. Expert Knowledge – Our strong relationships with schools and trusts mean we can provide valuable insight into the school’s history, leadership structure, and culture. Transparent Pay Structure – All long-term roles are PAYE only, with no hidden umbrella costs. Your salary is matched from the beginning of your contract. Comprehensive Interview Support – We offer detailed interview preparation, increasing your chances of success. Specialist Settings – Opportunities in schools supporting children and young people with SEMH, EBSA, PMLD, SLD, ASC, Complex Needs, and MLD.

SEMH Teaching Assistant Croydon - September 2025 Start Up to £120 per day PAYE- dependent on experience Can you be a role model to a young person with SEMH? We are looking for an experienced and compassionate Teaching Assistant to work with a young person within an SEMH specialist setting for students who for many reasons, are unable to access mainstream education. You must be a calm and nurturing person and be experienced in supporting students with SEMH needs as well as anxiety and emotional dysregulation. Requirements ● Experience working with young people with SEND and/or Autism, ADHD, sensory processing difficulties and learning difficulties or experience with SEMH, Trauma, Sensory processing, social communication ● Secondary Teaching Assistant / Learning Mentor / Youth Worker experience ● Ability to build strong and meaningful relationships ● A passion for working with SEND is essential ● Excellent experience and training for aspiring Teachers, Pastoral workers, Child Psychologists, Educational Psychologists, Clinical Psychologists, Occupational Therapists, Counsellors, and Social Workers ●The opportunity to make a huge social impact, as a Teaching Assistant, you could change the path of someone’s life! Why work with us? We have access to a wider range of job opportunities including vacancies that haven't been advertised yet :We have partnerships with multiple schools, Local Authorities, and educational organisations and can provide teachers with access to a wider range of job opportunities. Expertise in the SEND education industry: we have specialist knowledge and experience in the SEND education industry, including an understanding of school hiring practices and requirements, which can help teachers navigate the job search process more effectively. Assistance with CV and application materials: we can provide guidance on preparing effective resumes and application materials, which can help you to stand out to schools Interview preparation and coaching: we provide interview preparation and coaching tailored to the specific school to help you feel more confident and prepared for interviews. Salary negotiation: we provide guidance on salary negotiation, ensuring that you receive a fair and competitive salary including SEN points, TLR etc One application - Multiple Opportunities: are you too busy to fill out lots of different application forms? register with us and only fill out one form Continued support: we can provide continued support throughout the job search process, even after a job offer has been made, including assistance with contract negotiations, relocation, and settling into a new teaching position. If you think you would be an incredible asset to a team then please do get in touch by applying to this advert or emailing holly@psinclusion.co.uk

ARP Teacher - Speech & Language provision within a mainstream setting Ealing,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.

Graduate Teaching Assistant London Borough of Hillingdon £95 - £100 per day - paid PAYE September 2025 Monday to Friday - Term Time Only Are you a graduate interested in supporting those with additional needs and making a change in young people’s lives? We are working with a range of fantastic schools in the London borough of Hillingdon to find Graduate Teaching Assistants to support students with additional needs. With different opportunities available to work with Social, Emotional, and Mental Health, students with Autism, students removed from mainstream education, SEND provisions in mainstream schools and students with other needs. These opportunities are long-term roles and would see you working in a single school of your choosing. This is a great way to gain experience and make a positive impact on young people’s lives, with opportunities to get training and develop different pathways working within SEND and the education sector. This is a great way to launch your career and gain valuable experience whilst working in a rewarding role. Duties, times and training vary depending on what school you are in. However, you will do a trial day before deciding where you want to stay. This means you will be in the best position for yourself, doing what you are looking for workwise and gaining the experience which is most valuable for what you're pursuing in your career. You will build bonds with students, provide guidance to them and support them within a classroom environment. So, if this sounds like the role for you, why not apply today and I will be in contact with you.

Join Our Dedicated Team as a Behaviour Mentor / Teaching Assistant! Location: Twickenham, South West London Contract Type: Full-Time 1 year fixed contract - Permanent after a year Salary: £95 - £100 per day PAYE Start Date: September 2025 Are you passionate about making a real difference in the lives of young people with Autism and Social, Emotional, and Mental Health (SEMH) needs? We are looking for a resilient, compassionate, and proactive Autism Behaviour Mentor / Teaching Assistant to join our specialist Nurture Class. This vital role supports students with Autism who may present challenging behaviours such as biting, self-injury, and sensory dysregulation, as well as pupils with broader SEMH needs. Your Role Will Include: Providing consistent 1:1 and small-group support to students in a nurturing, trauma-informed environment Implementing personalised behaviour and sensory regulation strategies Working closely with the SENCO, therapists, and teaching staff to deliver tailored interventions Building trusting relationships with students, helping them feel safe, understood, and empowered to learn De-escalating behaviour safely using positive behaviour support techniques 8am - 3:30pm (one day a week you will work 4pm) We’re Looking For Someone Who: Has experience working with children or young people with Autism and/or SEMH Remains calm under pressure and shows empathy in challenging situations Understands sensory needs and how they impact learning and behaviour Is committed to inclusion and believes every child can thrive with the right support Has MAPA training (or is willing to be trained) Someone with a background as a SEND TA in a school/PRU/Provision or someone who has worked with young people in correctional facilities If you have a background in the police, youth centres, prisons, you are also welcome to apply. What We Offer: A supportive and collaborative team environment Ongoing CPD, including training in behaviour management and Autism-specific approaches The chance to make a meaningful difference every single day If you're ready to bring your energy, empathy, and experience to a rewarding role, we’d love to hear from you. Apply now or contact Jamie Martinez at PS Inclusion: Jamie@psinclusion.co.uk for more information. Inclusion starts with understanding. Be part of that change.

Primary SEN Teacher - West Sussex Location: West Sussex (Crawley) Position: Full-Time | Permanent Salary: £22,000 - £34,000 (Unqualified) and £28,840 - £39,974 (Qualified) Are you passionate about making a real difference in the lives of children and young people with Autism, ADHD, and SEMH? We are seeking an inspiring and dedicated Primary Teacher to join our supportive team at a specialist school in West Sussex. Our school is a nurturing and dynamic environment that provides tailored education for pupils aged 5-19 with ASC, ADHD, and SEMH. They are dedicated to meeting the academic, behavioural, therapeutic, and vocational needs of their students and supporting their students to aim high and succeed for themselves. We have a close relationship with the SLT at this school and are looking to organise interviews ASAP. What we offer: A supportive and collaborative team environment - always supported throughout your career. Ongoing professional development and training opportunities. Small class sizes with dedicated support staff - 2 per class Nurture classes for their secondary students. Access to multi-disciplinary support (including therapy, pastoral care, and behaviour support). Opportunities to contribute to a creative and personalised curriculum. Teacher training introduced - After 1 year, we can support educators to complete teacher training. About You: Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent Experience or a strong interest in working with pupils with autism and complex needs Excellent communication and interpersonal skills A patient, flexible, and resilient approach Commitment to providing inclusive, engaging, and high-quality learning How to Apply: If you’re ready to make a meaningful impact and be part of a forward-thinking school community, we’d love to hear from you! Please send your CV and a cover letter to Jamie Martinez (Jamie@psinclusion.co.uk) at PS Inclusion. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expect all staff to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be required to undertake an enhanced DBS check.

Careers Lead and Transition Coach Newham SEMH Setting September 2025 On site, full time, term time Would you like to work in a nurture school? Perhaps you have experience with supporting young adults with their next steps into their career? Do you have multi-agency experience? An SEMH nurture acrrediated school in Newham have an amazing opportunity for a specialised role, this school is an amazing team to be part of they really are the backbone of the children's education. Working with this school for some time I know that their staff on the ground come first, the students wellbeing comes first, isn't that something to be part of? As a careers lead and transition coach you will be involved in the wellbeing of the students, their families and other multi-agencies that you will need to collaborate with implement the best support plan for the students educational journey. This will include helping Year 11s with their applications for post-16 and training programmes, providing pastoral support and encouraging them to engage with organisations that will benefit them. As well as this you will play a part in supporting KS3 & 4 to transition back into MS school. The experience and qualities I am looking for are; Minimum Level 2 in English & Maths Experience within supporting Post-16 with careers/FE Pastoral support or SEMH support experience Exposure to children with challenging behaviour Genuine empathy for children that may be struggling at school and/or home life Empathetic, patient and the ability to meet children where they are not where you expect them to be. Understanding and experience of multi-agencies within the community Very good administration skills Ability to read and/or speak English well. Experience within a PRU/SEMH/Nurture setting DBS on the UDS or happy to through a new check (must be a clean DBS) This is a fantastic opportunity for a candidate that wants to be part of an ever growing and developing school that holds the children's wellbeing as their core value, if you would like to find out more please contact Elise on 0203 011 4848.

SEN Learning Support Assistant – Essex Searching for an opportunity to make the difference in the lives of vulnerable children? Got experience working with children? Seeking a supportive and inclusive workplace where every day is different? Then you’re in the right place! Start Date: September 2025 Mainstream Primary School in Colchester SEN Learning Support Assistants with children with various learning difficulties, autism, SEMH and behavioural challenges. I am actively searching for SEN Learning Support Assistants for a Mainstream Primary School located in Colchester. This school supports children with a variety of different Special Educational Needs and children from challenging backgrounds in vulnerable situations. Located on a large site, this school is a bright, airy and modern building with plenty of green space. This Mainstream Primary School is also situated with good public transport links nearby and close to the city of Colchester. The ideal candidate should have/be… Experience working in a school setting/with children, and ready to hit the ground running! Empathetic to the needs of the children and families in the area Dedicated to supporting children with SEN Seeking a rewarding and fulfilling occupation – it’s more than just a job! Interested in hearing more about our SEN Learning Support Assistant positions? If you want to hear more about our SEN Learning Support Assistant opportunities, please get in touch! You can apply by responding to this advert, uploading your CV to our website, or emailing your CV to Harry@psinclusion.co.uk If you are not contacted within five 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 SEN Teaching role, you consent to Parker Smith Inclusion Ltd storing your details in our fully encrypted database, in line with the new GDPR requirements.