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Behaviour Mentor - Autism

Richmond
South West London
£95 - £100
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

Crawley
West Sussex
£22,000 - £39,974
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
North East London
£38,000 - £40,000
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

Colchester
Essex
September start
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.

Learning Support Assistant-Essex

Colchester
Essex
Temp to Perm
Do you thrive on being challenged? LEARNING SUPPORT ASSISTANT LOCATION- COLCHESTER,ESSEX Temp- Perm £100-120 PER DAY PAYE ASAP START Can you be empathetic and make a difference? I am currently working with an amazing school who are seeking a Learning Support Assistant to work within their KS3 and KS4 PRU Provision. The pupils who attend may have found it very difficult to be successful in a mainstream school. Their ethos is ‘every child known and known well'. They are very passionate about working in partnership with families to successfully help and support every young person that comes through their door. They need your help to build the student’s confidence to become independent and valued members of society. Could you follow their ethos? Small class sizes which have a family feel and supports the pupils in not feeling overwhelmed at any point Brand new campus with brilliant new facilities Highly rewarding role As well as core curriculum the pupils have extra opportunities including music and horse riding Do you think you could be what they are looking for? Please don’t 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 5 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.

Teaching Assistant - SEMH - Colchester

Colchester
Essex
September 2024 start
LOCATION: Colchester START DATE: September 2025 CONTRACT TYPE: Long term PAY: £90-110 Per day Do you have a passion for working with children? Are you looking for a new role to start September 2025? Do you have what it takes to be a great SEN Teaching Assistant? The role I am looking for a Teaching Assistant seeking a new opportunity to work in a fantastic primary school based in Colchester. This school really believes that every young person in the school is part of something inspirational. They really are proud of the achievements of every single pupil and pride themselves as a centre of excellence. The Teaching Assistant role focuses on children in the classroom with special educational needs. This would include working in small groups. Other duties will include assisting with the planning of activities, monitoring pupils’ progress, intervening when necessary, providing relevant feedback to the classroom teacher, and performing general Teaching Assistant duties. The ideal candidate The successful Teaching Assistant for this role must have a genuine passion for working with young, vulnerable people. You should be empathetic, kind and keen to learn! If you have previous experience working with SEN, this would be highly beneficial! The Teaching Assistant should be a positive role model and spread positivity! Having the ability to build a good rapport both with young people and the classroom teacher would be most beneficial as good relationships are key to succeed as a Teaching Assistant. What’s in it for you? · The opportunity to work in a fantastic, friendly school · A supportive network of staff · The opportunity to work in a diverse and inclusive school · PAYE payments only! Why work for Parker Smith? · We are specialists in what we do! · We have a passion for working honestly and with integrity · Our ‘people before profit’ ethos means we put our candidate’s needs first · PAYE payments · A genuine passion to help people reach their potential in their SEND career 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! 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.

Behaviour Mentor

Chelmsford
Essex
September 2025
LOCATION: Chelmsford START DATE: September CONTRACT TYPE: Long term PAY: £100-£115 Per day Are you passionate about working with children with special educational needs? Would you like to help young people overcome barriers and give them a chance of a brighter future? Do you want to make a real difference? The role I am looking for an encouraging, caring Behaviour Mentor looking to work in an SEMH (Social emotional and mental health) school based in Chelmsford. This is an all boys school who are amazing at really caring for all of their pupils. They carry the motto ‘come with a past, leave with a future’. The school are fantastic at providing young men, with SEMH needs, the best possible support and really believe that those who have had to overcome challenges in their past, can leave with a bright future ahead of them. As a Behaviour Mentor, you will be responsible for assisting with the planning of activities, monitoring pupil’s progress, intervening when necessary, providing relevant feedback to the classroom teacher, and performing general duties to support both learners and teacher. Working as a Behaviour Mentor for an SEMH school can be extremely rewarding as progress can be seen every day! The ideal candidate I am looking for a passionate, enthusiastic Behaviour Mentor who really has a desire for working with young, vulnerable people. The Behaviour Mentor should be empathetic and have the emotional intelligence to support students who may be in crisis. The Behaviour Mentor will truly be a positive role model and be passionate about setting good examples in everything they do. Having the ability to build a good rapport with students is essential and really makes you stand out as a great Behaviour Mentor! What’s in it for you? The opportunity to work in a school specialising in SEMH! An easily accessible school with good transport links The opportunity to work in a diverse and inclusive school To work with a great team of support staff PAYE payments only! The chance of a permanent contract Why work for Parker Smith? We are specialists in what we do! We have a passion for working honestly and with integrity Our ‘people before profit’ ethos means we put our candidate’s needs first PAYE payments A genuine passion to help people reach their potential in their SEND career 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 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.

SEMH Teacher

Epping Forest
Essex
£175-£250 per day PAYE
Location: Epping Start Date: ASAP Contract Type: Long term/ Permanent Here's an exciting opportunity to embark on a journey with a school catering to students from KS1 to KS4, all with SEMH needs. Our purpose-built facility is designed to nurture growth and development. With dedicated classrooms for vocational subjects, we're committed to providing a holistic education experience. Though there may be challenges in behaviour, rest assured, our cohesive team of staff is here to support each other, making every resolution easier. Responsibilities of an SEMH Teacher: Develop and implement engaging, differentiated lesson plans tailored to meet the diverse needs of students with SEMH challenges. Adapt teaching strategies to suit individual learning styles, providing personalised support to each student. Cultivate a positive and inclusive classroom environment that fosters social and emotional growth. Collaborate with colleagues, support staff, and external professionals to devise comprehensive intervention plans. Continuously monitor and assess student progress, offering timely feedback to students and their families. Requirements: Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent certification. Specialised training or experience in SEMH education. Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills. Ability to thrive in a collaborative team environment. A genuine passion for making a positive impact in the lives of students facing SEMH challenges. Interested in hearing more? If you're excited to explore our SEND opportunities further, we'd love to hear from you! Feel free to apply by responding to this advert, visiting our company website, uploading your CV, or emailing your CV directly to harry@psinclusion.co.uk.