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SENDCo Part-time (3 days) – Full-time considered Start: January 2026 Location: London Borough of Havering Contract: 1–2 terms initially, with potential for long-term/permanent A warm, inclusive and forward-thinking primary school in the Havering area is seeking an experienced or aspiring SENDCo to join its dedicated team. This role offers an excellent opportunity to step into a well-supported SEND department with strong structures already in place. The Role We are looking for a SENDCo who can provide strategic leadership and operational oversight for SEND provision across the school. This is predominantly a non-teaching role, allowing you to focus fully on inclusion, coordination, and supporting pupils with additional needs. 3 days per week is the current structure Willing to increase to 4 or 5 days for the right candidate No regular class teaching responsibilities Some involvement in 1:1 or intervention support where relevant Supported by a dedicated SENDCo Assistant About the School A welcoming, collaborative environment with a strong commitment to inclusive practice A diverse cohort with a wide range of needs A large team of 1:1 support staff and additional adults Dedicated SEND office Easily accessible location with on-site parking available Who We’re Looking For The school is open and flexible about background and experience. They welcome: Qualified SENDCo's Teachers working towards the SENDCo qualification Experienced SEND practitioners ready to step up Key attributes: Strong organisational and administrative skills Ability to work collaboratively with an established SENDCo Assistant Confidence in managing diverse needs and supporting a growing needs profile A calm, proactive and child-centred approach Salary Competitive, in line with experience Will consider applicants on MPS - UPS, plus SEN allowance Why Choose This Role & Us: Fixed term, long-term temp placement with potential permanent conversion for the right person Work with a school that values SEND-specialist support and is aligned with our ethical approach Make a real difference in the lives of children with additional needs, in a supportive, inclusive environment Please send your CV to elisha@psinclusion.co.uk or call 0203 011 4848 for a confidential chat

ASC Learning Support Assistant – Secondary Full-Time, Temp-to-Perm | Barking and Dagenham Start Date: Immediate Pay: £90 per day (PAYE) Be the Person Who Helps Every Pupil Thrive For some young people, school can feel confusing, overwhelming, or even unsafe. They may struggle to connect, communicate, or engage. But with the right support, every young person can feel understood and confident. That’s where you come in. A School Where Every Interaction Counts This fantastic secondary school in Barking and Dagenham specialises in supporting children and young people with ASC (Autism Spectrum Condition). Here, learning is personalised, structured, and meaningful, with a focus on strengths rather than challenges. Class sizes are small, giving you the chance to make a real difference. Working alongside experienced teachers and therapists, you’ll help pupils build confidence, develop independence, and reconnect with learning—sometimes for the very first time. What You Can Expect: A calm, structured environment designed for success for both pupils and staff Opportunities to work closely with therapists, SENCOs, and a dedicated leadership team Meaningful, day-to-day progress for pupils, from engaging in lessons to developing key life skills A supportive, collaborative team who value your contribution and ideas Who You Are: You may already have experience supporting children or young people with ASC or other SEND, or you could come from a care, pastoral, or youth work background. Most importantly, you are patient, resilient, compassionate, and committed to helping every pupil feel safe and valued. If you’re curious, enthusiastic, and ready to learn, the school will provide the training, mentoring, and support you need to make an immediate impact. Your Impact Will Last a Lifetime This role isn’t just a job, it’s an opportunity to change lives. From helping a pupil communicate their first words to supporting them in managing their emotions, every day is rewarding. Apply Today If this sounds like your kind of opportunity, we’d love to hear from you. Apply directly, email your CV to elisha@psinclusion.co.uk, or call Elisha at Parker Smith Inclusion on 0203 011 4848. Why Work with Parker Smith Inclusion: Tailored school matches, based on your experience and career goals Exclusive SEND opportunities you won’t find anywhere else Transparent PAYE pay structure with no hidden costs Specialist settings including ASC, SEMH, MLD, PMLD, SLD, and Complex Needs Expert guidance and interview support every step of the way

Complex Needs Teaching Assistant Location: Havering Pay: £90–£100 per day (PAYE) Contract: Full-time | Temp-to-Perm | Start: ASAP "No two children learn in the same way — our job is to guide, support, and walk beside them." A warm and forward-thinking primary school in Havering is seeking a committed Complex Needs Teaching Assistant to join their Autism Resource Provision. This specialist hub sits within the mainstream school and offers a calm, nurturing environment where pupils with Autism Spectrum Condition can grow confidently and at a pace that suits them. In this setting, success is seen in the small steps — every moment of progress is recognised and valued. Your Role Supporting pupils aged 4–11 within a small, structured classroom Using visual tools, communication aids, and practical strategies to help understanding Encouraging independence through routine, predictability, and clear expectations Helping pupils move smoothly between activities and different parts of the school Collaborating closely with teachers, therapists, and families to maintain consistent support Who We’re Looking For Experience with autism is helpful, but not essential — backgrounds in care, youth work, playwork, or community roles are welcomed Calm, patient, and reflective — someone who strives to understand behaviour, not just respond to it Comfortable working in an environment built on routine and structure Seeking a meaningful position where you can genuinely make a difference Reliable, compassionate, and eager to continue learning What the School Provides A well-equipped provision with sensory spaces and specialist materials A close-knit team who support one another professionally and personally Leadership that prioritises staff wellbeing and encourages development Clear progression routes into teaching and specialist SEND roles Why Parker Smith Inclusion? We are SEND specialists who take pride in matching the right people to the right settings. With hundreds of five-star reviews, our reputation for honesty and care speaks for itself. Working with us means: Straightforward, supportive communication from SEND experts PAYE-only payroll — no umbrella companies or hidden charges Opportunities for long-term placements in inclusive and specialist schools Continued personalised guidance throughout your journey How to Apply For further details or to apply, reach out to Elisha at elisha@psinclusion.co.uk or call 0203 011 4848. If you’re considering your next career move, this could be the meaningful opportunity you’ve been hoping to find.

Outreach Learning Mentor – Therapeutic Support for Young People Location: Barking and Dagenham Hours: Full-Time, Monday to Friday | 8:30am – 4:30pm Are you passionate about supporting young people who need someone in their corner? We’re recruiting an Outreach Learning Mentor on behalf of an exceptional therapeutic organisation working across London. This team is dedicated to supporting vulnerable and high-risk young people through a nurturing, no-exclusion approach. In this role, you’ll engage with young people who have been out of education for long periods and may not yet be ready to return to a mainstream setting. Over the course of two terms, you will guide them through a structured programme of induction, assessment, and transition—providing the consistency and therapeutic support they need to take their next steps with confidence. The young people you’ll work with often have SEMH or ASC needs, as well as additional challenges linked to trauma, exploitation, or adverse experiences. Your job will be to build meaningful relationships, support emotional regulation, and offer interventions that empower them to move forward at their own pace. Why This Role Matters This organisation has a strong reputation for transforming lives. Many young people rediscover their confidence, re-engage with learning, and develop emotional resilience thanks to the one-to-one support they receive. One recent example includes a student with a history of exclusions, low attendance, PTSD, and significant behavioural difficulties. Through consistent therapeutic mentoring, they transitioned into a specialist school, achieved 93% attendance, and are now thriving. With your support, more young people can experience this kind of success. Your Key Responsibilities Develop personalised, holistic learning plans Provide one-to-one therapeutic mentoring outside of a classroom setting Help young people progress from disengagement to stability, confidence, and achievement What You’ll Receive Lunch and travel expenses covered during the working day Full-time hours: Monday–Friday, 8:30am–4:30pm The chance to work across London, supporting multiple young people What We’re Looking For Experience working with dysregulated behaviour and an understanding of the deeper factors behind it A trauma-informed, therapeutic mindset Compassion, resilience, and a genuine desire to create positive change If you’re motivated by making a real impact and want to be part of a dedicated, supportive team, we’d love to hear from you. Apply Now: 📧 elisha@psinclusion.co.uk 📞 0203 011 4848 (ask for Elisha)

1:1 Teaching Assistant – SEND School (Autism & Behaviour Support) Location: Merton Working Pattern: Full-time, Long-term (Temp-to-Perm Opportunity) Recruitment Partner: Parker Smith Inclusion Are you a calm, confident and resilient Teaching Assistant who is passionate about making a meaningful difference in a young person’s life? Parker Smith Inclusion is working with a highly regarded specialist SEND school seeking a dedicated 1:1 TA to support a pupil with ASC and significant behavioural needs linked to trauma. This role is ideal for someone positive, encouraging and committed to providing stable, consistent support both in and out of the classroom. About the School The school is proud of its strong reputation for: Trauma-informed practice at the heart of everything they do A pupil-focused approach ensuring every decision is made with the young person’s wellbeing and future in mind Adapting to the needs of each individual pupil, no two journeys are the same Creating a nurturing environment where students feel understood, supported and safe About the Role Provide 121 support for a secondary-aged student with autism whose main needs centre around challenging behaviours and behaviour regulation, emotional stability and trauma-informed support You will need to be mindful and support these behaviours, which are linked to trauma Build trust and consistency to help the pupil re-engage with learning Support the student both inside and outside the classroom Work collaboratively with teachers and pastoral teams to follow personalised strategies and behaviour plans Offer patient, steady reassurance during difficult moments and celebrate every success What We’re Looking For Someone confident, patient and nurturing Strong behaviour support skills and an understanding of trauma-informed approaches Experience working 1:1 with pupils presenting challenging behaviour A positive role model who can motivate, uplift and remain resilient A team player who communicates clearly and follows guidance Why Join Through Parker Smith Inclusion? Long-term role with the potential to become temp-to-perm Support from specialist SEND consultants who understand your role Access to CPD and progression opportunities in SEND, behaviour and SEMH If you’re ready to support a young person who needs stability, understanding and someone who truly believes in their future, we’d love to hear from you. Apply now through Parker Smith Inclusion and help make a lasting difference. Reach out to Jamie Martinez, SEND consultant.

Psychology Graduate Teaching Assistant Specialist School Settings ASAP start - April 2025 or September 2025 Are you a recent graduate looking for a rewarding role supporting young people with SEND in a specialist setting? A specialist school in Newham is looking for passionate Psychology Graduates who are looking to work with young people with SEND. The school caters to students with complex needs, with a high ASC percentage. Some students are non-verbal and some will require personal care, it is essential you are comfortable with personal care but training will be provided if needed. The school will offer multiple development and progression pathways to gaining HLTA qualifications, teacher training and communication specialism training. The school is searching for those looking to take their next step in SEN and provide the highest quality learning support to children and young people with SEND. The ideal Psychology Graduate Teaching Assistant may be/have… Experience working with children and young adults with autism and severe learning difficulties. Open and inclusive attitude. Engaging and creative personality. Dedication to working with individuals with Special Educational Needs. Ambitious and hardworking. A degree in psychology/social science Comfortable with personal care (training provided) Why search 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! This role would be well suited to a psychology graduate looking to pursue a career in clinical, educational or child psychology. If you are interested please apply today!

SENCO Full or Part-time Barnet Primary School Salary: £53,261 - £57,716 Full or Part time (4 days minimum) January start preferred We are delighted to be supporting a large North London primary school seeking an experienced SENCO to take on what can only be described as a big, important, meaningful role. This is a very high-needs school where 26% of pupils are on the SEN register. There is an ARP of six children currently awaiting specialist placements. There are 18 EHCPs, and more applications waiting to be made. This is not a ticking-boxes SENCO role. This is leadership. This is advocacy. This is impact. And crucially, you will not be doing it alone. You will have a full-time SENCO Assistant, a dedicated SENCO Administrator, a highly experienced Inclusion Lead providing a thorough handover, and an SLT who genuinely live their values. Nobody is expected to know everything. Everybody is supported. This school sits in a community facing real challenges, deprivation, instability, and barriers that begin outside the school gates. Yet inside the building you will find warmth, humour, consistency and a team who show up every single day because they believe in giving children the best start in life. This is a place that values strong relationships. Negativity is gently drowned out by positivity. Families who were once hard to reach now come through the gates. Structures are strong. Boundaries are clear. And the staff genuinely care for each other. You might already be an established SENCO looking for a role that matters. You might be a senior teacher with deep SEND systems knowledge ready to step up. Either way, you will be someone who can bring clarity to systems, confidence to staff and fairness to children who deserve the very best. If you feel ready to take on a SENCO role with meaning, one that asks much of you but gives back even more, we would love to speak with you. Please contact Emilie by emailing emilie@psinclusion.co.uk or calling 020 3011 4848.

Respite Teacher (Independent School) January 2026 Start Position: Respite Teacher Curriculum Areas: English, Maths, Science, PSHE, Humanities, PE Location: Independent School (inner London) Contract: Full-time (details negotiable) About the School Parker Smith Inclusion are supporting an independent provision for young people aged 11 to 18 (KS3 through Sixth Form) who have been excluded from — or struggled to thrive in — mainstream education. This school believes in tailoring the education to the student, not forcing the student to fit the system. Strive to provide a fresh start for young people, offering a calm, nurturing and creative environment where they are met with understanding and respect, and supported in building toward a positive future. To support the diverse needs of their pupils, they offer flexible learning pathways (full-time, part-time, and blended learning) and small class sizes, ensuring each student receives personalised attention and support. Beyond academics, prioritise holistic development — social, emotional, and mental well-being — with an emphasis on personal and social growth embedded across our curriculum. The ethos is summed up in: “Every Young Life Matters.” Committed to giving every learner — regardless of background or previous difficulties — equal opportunities to succeed academically, socially, and emotionally. About the Role They are seeking a resilient, compassionate, and adaptable Respite Teacher to join their team. In this role, you will deliver lessons across English, Maths, Science, PSHE, Humanities, and PE, while embedding personal and social development within every lesson. You will work with students who have experienced exclusion or significant challenges in mainstream settings. Although students may not be working toward formal qualifications, you will help them grow, learn, and build confidence. You will be supported by a small, dedicated team — including a Teaching Assistant and a Behaviour Mentor — to manage and support student learning and behaviour effectively. Your responsibilities will include: Delivering engaging lessons tailored to individual needs. Embedding social, emotional, and personal development into your teaching. Managing and de-escalating challenging behaviours with empathy, consistency, and professionalism. Building trusting relationships with students, offering stability, care, and positivity. Collaborating with support staff to create a safe, structured, and supportive learning environment. About You We are looking for someone who is: Experienced in managing challenging behaviours, ideally within SEND, alternative provision, or similar contexts. Patient, empathetic, and passionate about working with young people who may have experienced trauma, exclusion, or disruption in their education. Flexible and creative — able to adapt teaching methods and curriculum to meet individual emotional and learning needs. Committed to holistic education — supporting not only academic learning, but personal growth, wellbeing, and social development. Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) is desirable but not essential for the right candidate with strong experience in behavioural support and working with excluded or vulnerable students. Why Join Us? Be part of a small, dedicated team where your contribution genuinely matters and your work directly impacts young lives. Work within a supportive, flexible, and caring school ethos — where education adapts to the student, not the other way around. Help provide a second chance to young people who’ve been let down by mainstream education. Help build not just academic understanding, but confidence, wellbeing, and hope for the future If you believe you have the resilience, passion, and commitment to join us — and you’re ready to make a genuine difference — we would love to hear from you. Please apply with your CV or call on 0203 011 4848 asking for Elise @ Parker Smith Inclusion, elise.harnwell@psinclusion.co.uk