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Learning Support Assistant - SEN School
Southend
Essex
Temp to Perm
Location: Southend
Contract Type: Temporary to Permanent
PAY (PAYE only): £85-£110 per day
Age Range: 6 to 18
Specialization: Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)
About Us: Parker Smith Inclusion is delighted to partner with a renowned SEN school exclusively dedicated to providing quality education and support to students aged 6 to 18 with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). We are committed to creating a safe, nurturing, and enriching learning environment that empowers our students to reach their full potential.
Position Overview: We are currently seeking a passionate and dedicated Learning Support Assistant (LSA) to join our team on a temporary to permanent basis. As an LSA, you will play a pivotal role in providing essential support to students with ASD, helping them overcome challenges, and facilitating their learning journey.
Key Responsibilities:
Provide one-on-one and group support to students with ASD.
Assist in the implementation of individualised education plans (IEPs).
Foster a positive and inclusive classroom atmosphere.
Support students in developing essential life skills.
Collaborate closely with teachers and therapists to meet students' unique needs.
Monitor and report on students' progress to the SENCO (Special Educational Needs Coordinator).
Requirements: To succeed in this role, you should have:
A genuine passion for working with children and young adults with ASD.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
Patience, empathy, and a nurturing approach.
The ability to work effectively within a team.
Previous experience in a similar role or relevant qualifications (desirable).
What We Offer:
A welcoming and supportive school community.
Professional development opportunities to enhance your skills.
Competitive compensation package.
The chance to make a meaningful impact on the lives of students with ASD.
A potential pathway to a permanent role within our school.
How to Apply: If you are enthusiastic about helping students with ASD thrive and reach their potential and would like to join our dedicated team through Parker Smith Inclusion, we encourage you to apply. Please submit your CV and a covering letter outlining your relevant experience and your passion for this role to Harry@psinclusion.co.uk.
Learning Support Assistant
Harlow
Essex
Temp to perm
Are you ready to make a positive impact in the lives of students with diverse needs? Parker Smith is collaborating with a mainstream primary school in Harlow, and we're searching for a compassionate Learning Support Assistant (LSA) to join our mission.
Position: Learning Support Assistant
Location: Harlow
Salary: £90-£115 PAYE, term time only
About the Role:
As an LSA, you'll play a crucial role in supporting students with ASD, ADHD, SEMH, and challenging behaviour, fostering their academic and social development. This position offers the chance for temp-to-perm employment, with a focus on term-time commitments.
Requirements:
Previous experience working with students with ASD, ADHD, SEMH, and challenging behaviour is advantageous.
Excellent teamwork and communication skills.
Ability to adapt and respond effectively to the needs of individual students.
Benefits:
Competitive pay rates, commensurate with experience.
Opportunities for career advancement and skill development.
A supportive and inclusive work environment dedicated to student success.
Don't miss out on this rewarding opportunity to contribute to the educational journey of students in Redbridge. Apply today and join Parker Smith in making a difference!
SEN Teacher - Long Term and Permanent Roles
All
Essex
£180-320 per day PAYE - MPS/UPS +SEN Point
SEN Teacher | £180 -£320 per day | MPS/UPS + SEN Point | Long Term and Permanent
Parker Smith Inclusion - The ethical SEND specialists with over 300 FIVE STAR Google reviews
Are you a SEN Teacher looking for a new long term or permanent role from September?
Perhaps you are a mainstream teacher ready for a new challenge as a SEN Teacher in a specialist setting?
Why work with Parker Smith Inclusion to find your next SEND teaching role?
SEND schools and specialist settings are so unique, we will only match you to schools that suit your needs and skills
PAYE only for long term roles (no hidden umbrella costs) matched to your permanent salary from the beginning of your contract
More Permanent roles than other agencies, due to the low intro fee we charge schools
We work in partnership with many schools exclusively so have roles that will not be advertised anywhere else
HONESTY - your needs come first and we will always ensure you understand all aspects of the school and opportunity
CV support and guidance - we can help you really showcase your SEND skills allowing you to secure a specialist teaching role
Interview preparation - we help you prepare for each interview by offering extensive information about the school, the interviewee and the process leading to a higher success rate
Roles in schools teaching children and YP with various needs including SEMH, EBSA, PMLD, SLD, ASC, Complex Needs, MLD
What SEN teachers and SEN support staff say about us?
"I had a great experience with Parker Smith. The staff were hands-on and very professional and positive.
They took the time to conduct a proper interview with me and to discuss what kind of roles I would be looking for.
A lot of employment agencies make you feel like a human commodity, but it’s evident from my experience with Parker-Smith that they care about the requirements of both their clients and their candidates and that they aim to create a positive outcome for all parties"
Looking to work with an ethical agency, who specialise in SEND and can offer you outstanding support in finding your next SEN Teacher role then apply today to Harry @ Parker Smith Inclusion or call 0203 011 4848
Primary SEMH Teacher - Chelmsford
Chelmsford
Essex
£30-46k
Primary SEMH Teacher- Chelmsford - £30-£46k - 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
Mental Health Specialist Teacher
All
Essex
35 - 50k
Mental Health Specialist Teacher
SEND School
Chelmsford
September
Are you looking for a fulfilling role teaching children and young people with additional needs?
Are you a Science teacher with SEND school experience or a teacher looking to transition into a SEND setting
We seek to appoint an ambitious Mental Health Specialist Teacher to work within a brand-new specialist SEND Primary and Secondary school in the Chelmsford. The school is a SEMH school for young people aged 7-16 who have a variety of needs, and all have an Education and Health Care Plan to support the delivery of meeting their needs. The class sizes are very small and focus on the individual needs of students who have often experienced trauma and adverse childhood experiences.
The Mental Health Specialist Teacher must be committed to improving the life chances of the children by allowing each child to leave the school with a successful transition to adulthood.
We are looking for a Mental Health Specialist Teacher who can:
Work alongside Senior Leaders on developing the Curriculum and Teaching and Learning to ensure each child realises their potential.
Monitor pupil progress to ensure successful outcomes.
Be a positive role model to support communication with a sensitive, nurturing, and consistent approach.
Ensuring a creative and rich curriculum both within and outside the classroom.
Interested in hearing more about Mental Health Specialist Teacher opportunities.
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 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 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.
EYFS Teaching Assistant
Barking and Dagenham
North East London
£90 - £100 per day
Early Years SEND Teaching Assistant
Specialising in Autism & Complex Needs
Mainstream Primary – Additional Resourced Provision (ARP)
Location: London
Contract: Temp to Perm Opportunity
Pay: £90–£100 per day (PAYE)
“The early years are where everything begins — especially for children who experience the world differently.”
A welcoming and inclusive mainstream primary school in London is seeking a compassionate and enthusiastic Early Years SEND Teaching Assistant to join their dedicated Additional Resourced Provision (ARP) — a space designed to support pupils with Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC) and complex needs.
This is more than just a job; it’s a chance to shape a child’s experience of school from their very first days. The ARP provides a calm, structured and nurturing environment with a strong focus on early communication, emotional regulation and cognitive development — all tailored to each child’s individual journey.
What this role involves:
Supporting reception-aged pupils within a purpose-built ARP
Delivering and adapting a personalised Early Years curriculum
Encouraging social interaction, play and exploration in safe, supported ways
Supporting early language development, using visuals, objects of reference and sensory resources
Building warm, trusting relationships that help children feel safe, seen and understood
Working closely with teachers, therapists and families to provide consistent, joined-up care
We would love to hear from you if:
You have experience supporting children with SEND — though this isn’t essential
You’ve worked in Early Years or nursery settings and are keen to move into SEND
You’ve supported a child or family member with autism and want to bring that insight into a professional role
You are patient, empathetic and ready to learn — with a calm and grounded approach to behaviour
You’re exploring a future in SEND education, therapy, or early years development
This could be your chance to make a meaningful start — or grow deeper into a career with real impact.
Higher Level Teaching Assistant - ARP with ASC focus
Barking and Dagenham
North East London
£100 - £130 PAYE
Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) – Additional Resourced Provision (ASC Focus)
Location: Barking and Dagenham
Pay: £100–£130 per day (PAYE)
Contract: Full-time | Temp-to-perm | Flexible start date
“Inclusion isn’t an initiative here — it’s part of how this school lives and breathes every day.”
Within a welcoming primary school in Barking and Dagenham, there’s an Additional Resourced Provision (ARP) designed to support children with Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC) and associated needs. Far from being an afterthought, this ARP is an integral part of school life — a space where difference is understood, celebrated, and supported with real care.
The school is now looking for a confident, experienced Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) who can lead small group learning, deliver targeted interventions, and support children with autism in a compassionate and consistent way. This is a role where your expertise will be recognised — and your presence will make a daily difference.
Your Role Will Include:
Delivering structured, small group and 1:1 interventions to support communication, engagement and learning
Adapting support in line with EHCPs, using visual aids, routines, and sensory strategies
Assisting pupils with emotional regulation and sensory needs using child-centred techniques
Building strong, trusting relationships with pupils through patience, encouragement and routine
Collaborating with teachers, therapists and families to maintain a joined-up, consistent approach
Confidently stepping in to cover lessons when needed, ensuring stability and continuity for learners
We’d Love to Hear from You If:
You have at least six months of experience working as a HLTA, ideally within a SEND or ARP setting
You’ve supported children with autism and complex needs and can tailor your approach to suit individuals
You are reflective, proactive and always striving to improve your practice
You communicate with warmth, clarity, and calm — especially when situations are challenging
You want to be part of a school that shares your values and supports your growth
What This School Offers:
A vibrant and genuinely inclusive ethos
A well-resourced Additional Resourced Provision that’s central to the school community
Strong leadership that actively supports and invests in their support staff
Clear opportunities for progression and further training in specialist education
A collaborative, kind and forward-thinking team culture
Why Parker Smith Inclusion?
We’re SEND specialists, not generalist recruiters — and that makes a difference. We work closely with inclusive schools to connect skilled professionals with roles that offer purpose, growth, and a chance to truly belong.
Honest, people-first support throughout your journey
Access to exclusive SEND opportunities across London
PAYE only – no umbrella deductions or hidden fees
Genuine advice from professionals who understand the sector inside out
Interested in finding out more?
Reach out to Elisha at elisha@psinclusion.co.uk for a confidential chat or send across your CV to apply.
If you’re looking for a role where your experience matters, and where you can help shape a truly inclusive learning environment — this could be the perfect next step.
Post 16 Complex Needs Teaching Assistant
Havering
North East London
£85 - £100 daily PAYE
Post-16 Teaching Assistant – Complex Needs
Location: East London
Pay: £85–£100 per day (PAYE)
Contract: Full-time | Temp-to-perm opportunity
"Every small step towards independence can be life-changing — and you could be part of that journey."
In a forward-thinking specialist school in East London, young people aged 16 to 19 are being supported not only to learn but to live — gaining the confidence, skills, and resilience they’ll need to thrive beyond the classroom.
These students may have complex needs, including physical disabilities, neurodivergence, and non-verbal communication. But they are also creative, curious, and full of individuality. This role is about seeing the person first — and helping them take real, practical steps towards a more independent future.
What Learning Looks Like Here:
It might be:
Navigating public transport with support
Preparing a meal from scratch
Managing sensory input in unfamiliar spaces
Expressing needs and preferences through AAC, signs, or symbols
Building the confidence to say, “I can do this” — even in small ways
What You'll Be Doing Day-to-Day:
Supporting a small group of students on bespoke pathways
Facilitating life skills sessions like cooking, shopping, and budgeting
Using communication tools such as Makaton, AAC devices, or visual aids
Providing personal care (feeding, toileting, hoisting — full training given)
Encouraging self-regulation and supporting emotional wellbeing
Being a consistent, understanding presence in each young person’s journey
Who This Role Could Be Perfect For:
Someone with experience in SEND, care work, or youth services
Or someone new to the field, but driven by a clear sense of purpose
A calm, empathetic individual who responds thoughtfully under pressure
Someone who values quiet progress and meaningful moments
A team player who believes in inclusion, dignity, and possibility
This isn’t just another classroom — it’s a stepping stone into adulthood. You’ll be helping young people explore who they are and what’s possible for them beyond school.
Why Choose This School:
A collaborative, person-centred approach to education and care
A nurturing, well-resourced environment designed for complex needs
Excellent training and support from a team that values your growth
Real opportunities to build a future in education, therapy, or SEND
Why Parker Smith Inclusion?
We specialise in SEND and take pride in connecting passionate individuals with meaningful, long-term roles. We listen to what matters to you and support you throughout your journey.
No umbrella payroll – always PAYE, with no hidden costs
Specialist roles you won’t find elsewhere
Honest, supportive advice from people who understand the sector
A focus on values-led recruitment — because the right fit matters
Interested in learning more?
Email Elisha at elisha@psinclusion.co.uk to apply or to have a confidential conversation about whether this is the right step for you.
Sometimes the smallest breakthroughs leave the deepest impact. If you’re ready to support that kind of progress, we’d love to hear from you.
