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Higher Level Teaching Assistant North East London Salary: £116 - £125 PAYE Per Day Contract Type: Long-term - Full-Time Hours Start Date: ASAP Are you passionate about empowering young people with complex needs? Do you have the skills to support their development and independence, helping them thrive both academically and in everyday life? The Role We are looking for experienced Higher Level Teaching Assistants (HLTA) to work with young adults aged 16 - 25 years with complex needs, including Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC), ADHD, learning difficulties, and Social, Emotional, and Mental Health (SEMH) needs. Your primary focus will be supporting the development of life skills, preparing students for independence beyond school, and fostering a positive, engaging learning environment. Key Responsibilities Support students in acquiring essential life skills such as budgeting, cooking, travel training, and personal care. Work one-on-one or in small groups to deliver tailored interventions that address specific needs and help students reach their full potential. Assist with planning and delivering lessons that engage and motivate students, incorporating practical, hands-on activities. Create a safe and supportive space for students, encouraging social interaction, building confidence, and helping them manage their emotions effectively. Track and record students’ progress, providing feedback to teachers and contributing to individual learning plans. Work closely with teaching staff, therapists, and parents/carers to ensure a holistic approach to each student’s education and well-being. About You Experience working with young people with complex needs, including SEND and SEMH. Passionate about helping students develop independence and practical skills for everyday life. Strong Communication Skills Able to respond to the diverse needs of students and tailor support accordingly. A HLTA qualification or equivalent experience would be desirable but not essential We Offer A supportive team dedicated to making a difference in young people's lives Opportunities for professional development and training. A rewarding environment where you can see the positive impact of your work daily. Please apply to this advert today! Or you can contact Katie at Parker Smith Inclusion at elise.harnwell@psinclusion.co.uk

Behaviour Support Assistant Newham £100 - £130 Per Day PAYE! If you are a resilient person who is looking for a new, challenging role supporting young people with behaviour and social, emotional and mental health needs, then this is the role for you! We are working with a PRU (Pupil Referral Unit) based in central London that is seeking passionate and resilient behaviour mentors to join their experienced team. The school offers education to primary and secondary students who may be on a short-term or longer-term placement as they cannot attend mainstream education. This will be due to their challenging behaviour, social, emotional and mental health needs and can be other additional needs. PRU Behaviour Mentor role; Supporting students with challenging behaviour and social, emotional and mental health needs Class sizes will be no more than 6 students Working 1:1 and within small groups Supporting young people with their learning needs Building strong and meaningful relationships PRU Behaviour Mentor Requirements; To have previous school or relevant experience supporting challenging behaviour To be resilient and passionate about helping young people succeed If you have a passion for sports, music or other interests, this can be welcomed into the role To be flexible and willing to help support across the school in primary and secondary if needed What's in it for you? PAYE daily payments Long-term temporary roles with permanent opportunities The chance to make a lasting impact on young people's lives Working in a supportive environment in a highly rewarding role Apply today to Elise Harnwell at Park Smith Inclusion if you are interested in this role or other SEND positions!

SENCO Location: Merton Start date: September 2025 Salary - £36,413 - £48,532 (depending on experience) plus SEN allowance Do you have experience as a SENCO? Do you hold the NASENCO award? Do you have the children and young people you work with at the heart of everything you do? Then we want to hear from you, as we are seeking educators with integrity, passion and who are ultimately pupil focussed. The school We are working with an all-through SEN school based in Merton that caters for students with autism, SLD and associated needs in a carefully designed environment. The school are seeking a new SENCO to join there experienced leadership team in September. The successful candidate will be an integral part of the team, who put the children and young people at the heart of everything they do. You will have overall responsibility for determining the strategic development of SEND and enforcing the SEND policy and provision within the school. You will be responsible for coordinating SEND provision to support individual pupils. The ideal candidate, you must have experience working with children with SEND and ASC, you must also hold QTS. The ideal SENCO MUST have QTS Experience as a SENCO Experience in processing EHC Plans and also in the annual review process NASENCO is beneficial but at the very least, should be willing to work towards NASENCO qualification It is essential to be able to work closely with both students and parents, building positive and sensitive way. Being able to demonstrate knowledge of SEND. Organised to ensure planning, monitoring and continuous review of all students ensuring needs are always met Interested in hearing more about SENCO roles? Please apply to this advert or you can contact Jamie at Parker Smith Inclusion on Jamie@psinclusion.co.uk

Nurture Support Worker Secondary Newham SEMH/Nurture Setting Immediate Start Are you an empathetic nurturing person wanting to help young people that have experienced trauma? Do you have professional or personal experience working with young people that display social, emotional, mental health needs? Would you say you're a resillent person that can de-escalate situations quickly? A nurture school in Plaistow are in need of a support worker within a nurture group of 8 students, the students have significant SEMH needs and struggle to emotionally regulate, such as impulsive disorders, hyperactivity and poor social communication skills. The young people are taught core lessons on the school site but then go to an outdoor learning venue in Essex, to support them with a different learning style to keep them engaged. (transport is provided via the school) A great candidate for this position would be someone who is active, creative, energetic, patient, and has the ability to understand young people to be able to build trust. It is essential that you also possess the skill set; De-escalation and conflict resolution skills Able to build rapport and trust with young people. Support students to build emotional awareness and literacy skills Support teachers to prepare classroom resources and equipment Experience working with students who demonstrate challenging behaviours. This role is an immediate start meaning a DBS on the Update Service is favoured, if this role is of interest but you can't start immediately please do apply or get in touch as I'm always looking for candidates with this profile in Newham. Elise @ Parker Smith Inclusion Parker Smith Inclusion are SEN Specialist Consultancy supporting with long term and permanent roles.

SEN School - PMLD Teacher Sutton MPS/UPS Outer London with SEND allowance If you are a passionate and forward thinking SEN Teacher, we want to hear from you. Join our all-through SEND school for pupils aged 3-19, and help children and young people to flourish and lead independent and fulfilling lives. This is an exceptional opportunity to contribute to a school with a strong mission and a supportive ethos. About the Role: As a PMLD Teacher, your role will involve planning, preparing, and implementing engaging learning activities to ensure every child and young person enjoys learning, achieves their full potential, and experiences positive wellbeing. You will be creating a positive learning environment, offering a pupil focussed approach for significant social and emotional difficulties that impact their day to day lives. You will be leading a class team to deliver outstanding teaching and learning. You will be instrumental in assessing, recording, and reporting progress for each child, as well as contributing to Person Centred Reviews, ensuring achievements are celebrated and key issues are discussed. This role requires you to: Plan and implement differentiated teaching and learning activities to meet challenging learning objectives across all areas of the curriculum. Provide feedback to children and young people, supporting them to assess their own learning and considering each ECHP (undertake the teaching of SEN pupils with Education Health and Care Plans, across the range of SEN needs and ages) Work in partnership with parents, colleagues, and other professionals to achieve the best possible outcomes for all children and young people. Liaise with professionals to design and implement individual learning programmes. Demonstrate a cross-discinplinary approach, working in conjunction with SaLTs, OTs and Physiotherapists. Create a supportive classroom ethos which promotes positive wellbeing. Support the role of parents in learning by sharing information and taking account of their views. Direct and support other members of the team so that they develop and use their skills to provide a rich curriculum. Support inclusion for children through experiences in other schools, colleges and work experience schemes. Plan and lead educational visits, including residential visits. Create classroom and corridor displays which celebrate progress and support learning. Contribute to focus groups and other means of reviewing and improving the curriculum. What We Offer: A supportive and reputable trust with SEND and primary schools. A "career for life" motto, with opportunities for secondment to other schools within the trust, offering exceptional career development. Extensive SEND specialist training to enhance your skills. A large SEND school with a variety of needs, offering exposure to all different ages and SEN needs, and the chance to find the right class fit for your skillset. Private healthcare, including dental and opticians. Work from home PPA time, promoting a healthy work/life balance. Opportunities to take an active part in training and other development activities and apply what is learnt to improve teaching and learning. The chance to work within the Trust’s Positive Behaviour Policy to improve the quality of children and young people’s lives. The opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of children and young people with special educational needs. The ideal candidate for SEND Teacher role will have: Qualified Teacher Status (QTS). SEN experience from either mainstream or special settings. A passion and desire to learn and enhance their SEND skills. A commitment to working within a team, and taking responsibility for a named area of the curriculum, as directed by the principal. The ability to establish productive working relationships with children and young people, acting as a role model and setting high expectations. Join us and be part of a team that is dedicated to enabling children and young people to flourish. If you are interested in exploring this PMLD Teacher role or would like to discuss other SEND Teaching roles, please apply now or call Jamie Martinez on 0203 011 4848. Parker Smith Inclusion - Ethical SEND Specialists with over 300 FIVE STAR Google Reviews By incorporating these points, the advert is more detailed and persuasive, highlighting the benefits for prospective candidates and the school's commitment to its pupils and staff.

SEN Teacher Start date – September Permanent Special School EYFS - KS2 Autism, Complex Needs and Severe Learning Difficulties This special school is expanding in September and looking to recruit permanent SEN teachers to support pupils with autism, complex needs, and severe learning difficulties. Furthermore, the school belongs to a large trust of mainstream primary schools across Essex, offering development and progression opportunities within the trust. Focused on retaining and training high quality staff, this trust is dedicated to finding solutions to the pressures facing education staff in the UK and to focus on finding balanced solutions to improve life as a teacher in London and Essex. The ideal SEN Teacher may be/have… Experience working with pupils with SEND. Adaptable and flexible in their approach QTS/QTLS preferred - but we also welcome applications from experienced Unqualified Teachers!! Confident with new classes and working with a range of pupil needs. Fun and engaging – able to take lesson plans and give them life! Looking for a variable, interesting and unique role Open to progression, development, and training opportunities Click Apply to find our more and to discuss the role with a consultant.

Job Title: Learning Support Assistant (LSA) Location: Harlow Contract: Full-time (5 Days per Week) Start Date: ASAP Are you passionate about making a positive difference in the lives of children with complex needs? We are looking for a committed and compassionate Learning Support Assistant to join our dynamic team at a special school with multiple sites across Harlow. About Us Our school provides a supportive, nurturing, and inclusive environment for pupils with a range of additional needs, including autism (verbal and non-verbal), physical disabilities, behavioural challenges, and other complex learning difficulties. We are dedicated to offering a high standard of care and education tailored to each individual, empowering them to reach their full potential. Key Responsibilities Provide one-to-one and small group support for students with complex needs, including autism and physical disabilities. Assist students with both verbal and non-verbal communication needs. Support students with personal care as required, ensuring dignity and respect at all times. Help manage behavioural challenges in a calm and proactive manner, in line with the school's policies. Collaborate with teaching staff and other professionals to ensure each child receives the appropriate care and education. Foster a positive, safe, and inclusive learning environment for all students. Requirements Previous experience working with children or young adults with complex needs, including autism, physical disabilities, and behavioural challenges. A strong understanding of supporting students with both verbal and non-verbal communication. Willingness to carry out personal care duties, ensuring a dignified approach. A patient, empathetic, and flexible attitude. Ability to work effectively as part of a team and communicate with other professionals, staff, and parents. Commitment to working 5 days per week. Why Join Us? Be part of a caring and supportive school community. Opportunities for ongoing training and professional development. A rewarding role that makes a real difference in the lives of children with additional needs. If you have the passion and experience to support children with complex needs and want to be part of an exceptional team, we’d love to hear from you! Please apply to this advert or send your CV to Harry@psinclusion.co.uk

1:1 SEN Teaching Assistant Southend ASAP start £85 - £95 per day PAYE Social, Emotional and Mental Health support A specialist setting based in Southend needs a 1:1 SEN Teaching Assistant to work with primary school students with learning difficulties, Autism, and ADHD. This pupil needs a resilient and robust SEN Teaching Assistant to support their learning and development at school. Pupil needs are high, and having an understanding and empathy for students struggling with their mental health is an essential quality for this role. Similarly, to have an appreciation for the ways in which students may express their needs through physically aggressive or verbally abusive behaviour is vital. The ideal 1:1 SEN Teaching Assistant may have/be… Experience working with students with learning difficulties and complex behaviours Experience working with young people in a residential or SEMH setting Understanding of appropriate boundaries and procedures in schools Passionate about giving all students with opportunity to succeed Why work with Parker Smith Inclusion? Confidential and transparent advice on your current job search. Ethical agency preferred by specialist settings. 300+ 5* Reviews Access to ‘hidden’ vacancies that are yet to be directly advertised. Support throughout the entire application and interview process. Ability to submit multiple applications at once. Access to experienced knowledge and advice of the SEN education industry and how best to crack your interview and land your dream role in SEN! Ready to be a part of something big? P.S. Click Apply!