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Learning Assistant

Lambeth
South East London
PAYE
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.

KS5 SEMH Teaching Assistant

Croydon
South East London
PAYE
🔧 Key Stage 5 Teaching Assistant (SEMH Focus) 📍 South London | 📅 September Start | ⏱ 4 Days per Week Are you passionate about supporting young people with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs? Do you have a knack for behaviour management and an interest in hands-on learning? This could be the role for you! 👇 We’re working in partnership with a specialist education provider in South London to recruit a dedicated Key Stage 5 Teaching Assistant to support students on a motor mechanics vocational pathway. 🛠️ 🌟 What We’re Looking For: ✅ Experience working with SEMH students ✅ Strong behaviour management skills ✅ Ability to build consistent, positive relationships ✅ Interest or background in mechanics (a bonus, but not essential) 🚗 💼 The Role: Support Key Stage 5 learners in a practical, skills-based setting Work closely with teaching staff to engage and motivate students Contribute to a supportive, inclusive learning environment 4 days a week | Starting September ✨ Make a Real Difference This is your chance to help young people thrive in a setting designed to meet their unique needs — with the added bonus of being part of a team making a tangible impact every day. 📩 Apply now to be part of something meaningful!

LSA

Lambeth
South East London
PAYE
JOB: Learning Support Assistant LOCATION: Lambeth START DATE: September 2025 PAY: £90 - £100 per day Are you passionate about working with children with Social, Emotional and Mental Health needs (SEMH)? Would you like to help young people overcome barriers and give them a chance at a brighter future? Do you want to make a difference? The role I am seeking resilient, passionate Learning Support Assistants to join a specialist SEMH school in Croydon, South East London. All children at this school have EHCPs and have a diagnosis relating to their Social, Emotional and Mental Health. As a Learning Support Assistant, your role would consist of supporting students both inside and outside of the classroom. You would focus on breaking down barriers to young people’s learning so that they can reach their full potential. Children at this school can present with challenging behaviour, so it is vital that the successful candidate is experienced in managing difficult situations and can keep a calm, clear head in these scenarios. Experience required Experience working with young people with additional needs Great behaviour management techniques Possess excellent resilience skills Interested in hearing more? Please contact Holly on 0203 011 4848, or email at holly@psinclusion.co.uk

KS5 SEMH Teaching Assistant

Croydon
South East London
PAYE
🔧 Key Stage 5 Teaching Assistant (SEMH Focus) 📍 South London | 📅 September Start | ⏱ 4 Days per Week Are you passionate about supporting young people with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs? Do you have a knack for behaviour management and an interest in hands-on learning? This could be the role for you! 👇 We’re working in partnership with a specialist education provider in South London to recruit a dedicated Key Stage 5 Teaching Assistant to support students on a motor mechanics vocational pathway. 🛠️ 🌟 What We’re Looking For: ✅ Experience working with SEMH students ✅ Strong behaviour management skills ✅ Ability to build consistent, positive relationships ✅ Interest or background in mechanics (a bonus, but not essential) 🚗 💼 The Role: Support Key Stage 5 learners in a practical, skills-based setting Work closely with teaching staff to engage and motivate students Contribute to a supportive, inclusive learning environment 4 days a week | Starting September ✨ Make a Real Difference This is your chance to help young people thrive in a setting designed to meet their unique needs — with the added bonus of being part of a team making a tangible impact every day. 📩 Apply now to be part of something meaningful!

Special Needs Teaching Assistant

Merton
South West London
£90 - £95
Special Needs Teaching Assistant – Wallington (Sutton) Start Date: September 2025 Full-time Long-Term | Term Time Only | £90–£95 per day (PAYE) Are you a confident and compassionate SEND Teaching Assistant who thrives in a challenging but deeply rewarding environment? Parker Smith Inclusion is looking for a dedicated and resilient SEND Teaching Assistant to support a young person with PMLD, complex needs, SLD and Autism. About the Role: Providing 1:1 support to students with PMLD and SLD- small classes Supporting with emotional regulation, transitions, and classroom integration Responding to dysregulation and behaviours that challenge in a calm, consistent, and structured way Working as part of a supportive SEND team within a nurturing specialist school We’re Looking For: Experience working with children with complex SEND and behaviour that challenges Confidence managing dysregulation and high levels of need Ability to build a strong, trusting connection with a child who may struggle with engagement Someone who is calm, patient, emotionally resilient, and genuinely passionate about inclusive education MAPA or Team Teach training is a strong advantage What We Offer: £90–£95 per day (PAYE) – no umbrella fees Long-term, part-time role aligned with the child’s attendance Term-time only – work/life balance Ongoing support and training from Parker Smith Inclusion The opportunity to make a genuine, lasting difference in a young learner’s life If you're an experienced SEN TA or behaviour mentor looking for a meaningful, part-time opportunity, this could be the perfect role for you. Apply now to join a supportive and passionate team making a real difference in Wallington (Sutton).

PMLD Teaching Assistant

Sutton
South West London
£90 - £95
PMLD Teaching Assistant – Wallington (Sutton) Start Date: September 2025 Full-time Long-Term | Term Time Only | £90–£95 per day (PAYE) Are you a confident and compassionate SEND Teaching Assistant who thrives in a challenging but deeply rewarding environment? Parker Smith Inclusion is looking for a dedicated and resilient SEND Teaching Assistant to support a young person with PMLD, complex needs, SLD and Autism. About the Role: Providing 1:1 support to students with PMLD and SLD- small classes Supporting with emotional regulation, transitions, and classroom integration Responding to dysregulation and behaviours that challenge in a calm, consistent, and structured way Working as part of a supportive SEND team within a nurturing specialist school We’re Looking For: Experience working with children with complex SEND and behaviour that challenges Confidence managing dysregulation and high levels of need Ability to build a strong, trusting connection with a child who may struggle with engagement Someone who is calm, patient, emotionally resilient, and genuinely passionate about inclusive education MAPA or Team Teach training is a strong advantage What We Offer: £90–£95 per day (PAYE) – no umbrella fees Long-term, part-time role aligned with the child’s attendance Term-time only – work/life balance Ongoing support and training from Parker Smith Inclusion The opportunity to make a genuine, lasting difference in a young learner’s life If you're an experienced SEN TA or behaviour mentor looking for a meaningful, part-time opportunity, this could be the perfect role for you. Apply now to join a supportive and passionate team making a real difference in Wallington (Sutton).

121 Teaching Assistant(SEND)

Sutton
South West London
£90 - £95
1:1 SEN Teaching Assistant (Part-Time) – Wallington (Sutton) Start Date: September 2025 Long-Term | Term Time Only | £90–£95 per day (PAYE) Are you a confident and compassionate SEN Teaching Assistant who thrives in a challenging but deeply rewarding environment? Parker Smith Inclusion is looking for a dedicated and resilient 1:1 SEN Teaching Assistant to support a young boy who, while not yet diagnosed, presents with clear traits of Autism and ADHD. He displays very challenging behaviours and is currently attending school on a part-time basis, which is why this is a part-time, long-term position starting in September 2025. However this could still be a full time role as it develops with the pupil. About the Role: Providing 1:1 support to a child with complex behavioural needs Supporting with emotional regulation, transitions, and classroom integration Responding to dysregulation and behaviours that challenge in a calm, consistent, and structured way Working as part of a supportive SEN team within a nurturing primary setting We’re Looking For: Experience working with children with complex SEND and behaviour that challenges Confidence managing dysregulation and high levels of need Ability to build a strong, trusting connection with a child who may struggle with engagement Someone who is calm, patient, emotionally resilient, and genuinely passionate about inclusive education MAPA or Team Teach training is a strong advantage What We Offer: £90–£95 per day (PAYE) – no umbrella fees Long-term, part-time role aligned with the child’s attendance Term-time only – work/life balance Ongoing support and training from Parker Smith Inclusion The opportunity to make a genuine, lasting difference in a young learner’s life If you're an experienced SEN TA or behaviour mentor looking for a meaningful, part-time opportunity, this could be the perfect role for you. Apply now to join a supportive and passionate team making a real difference in Wallington (Sutton).

SEND Teaching Assistant

Crawley
West Sussex
£90 - £95
SEMH & Autism Teaching Assistant - SEND School 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.