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Graduate Teaching Assistant Location: Barking & Dagenham Start Date: ASAP Temp to Perm Are you a recent graduate interested in a career in education but unsure where to begin? This is the perfect opportunity to gain hands-on experience, explore various career paths, and make a meaningful impact in a school setting. If you're considering teacher training, educational psychology, or working within the SEND sector of education, this Graduate Learning Support Assistant position offers valuable classroom exposure to help you decide your next steps with confidence. Why This Role Could Be the Right Fit for You: No experience? No problem! – If you're passionate about working with children and eager to learn, you'll be supported every step of the way. Real classroom experience – Work 1:1 with children and also in small groups, supporting students while learning from experienced teachers and specialists. Boost your skills and confidence. Develop a deep understanding of behaviour management, communication techniques, and how to provide tailored learning support. Pathways into education & psychology – Go on to teacher training, psychology, or specialisms in SEND. Make a meaningful difference – Play an integral role in helping students grow confidently. What You’ll Be Doing: Supporting students with a variety of SEND needs. Helping to create an inclusive and engaging learning environment. Learning from experienced teachers and SEND specialists who will mentor and guide you as you gain hands-on experience in the classroom. If this sounds like the ideal opportunity for you, let’s chat! Call me on 020 3011 4848 for a confidential chat or email elisha@psinclusion.co.uk to find out more!

SEMH Teacher September 2025 Are you an experienced Teacher looking for a new challenge? Are you passionate about supporting young people with social, emotional and mental health needs? We are working with a SEMH school based in North East London who are seeking an experienced teacher who is resilient and hard working.This role is within a brand new class and has the support of experienced TAs to support the teacher. This role will be teaching students in year 8 & 9 but will be delivering year 6 primary curriculum, so is important the successful candidate has some primary experience. Main Duties: To plan lessons and teach primary curriculum Responsibility for tracking pupil progress and monitoring to support teaching and learning Deliver dynamic and creative lessons Built positive relationships with students, parents and carers Experience supporting students with challenging behaviour and social, emotional and mental health Requirements Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) Unqualified and proven experience Excellent communication skills A strong sense of empathy, patience, and resilience, with the ability to remain calm and focused in challenging situations What can they offer you? An enhanced salary A brand new school building Attendance incentives Highly skilled and supportive environment MacBooks for all teachers Parking on site If you are Interested in hearing more about this SEMH Teacher role, please apply now! Or you can contact Elise at Parker Smith Inclusion

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.