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Children’s Occupational Therapist – A role that empowers and makes a difference Location: North London | Salary: Band 7 | Contract Type: Full-time, Contract - Perm As an Occupational Therapist, your role is key in supporting children and young people with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND) to thrive. You’ll be responsible for assessing and providing tailored therapeutic interventions, particularly focused on sensory needs, to ensure that each child has the support they need to excel in their educational setting. But there’s more to this role than just therapy – you’ll be part of a multi-disciplinary team working alongside educators, families, and other professionals, and you’ll also contribute to SEND tribunals by preparing expert witness statements and representing your work as a witness at tribunal hearings. Your input will be invaluable in ensuring the right support for the children who need it most. The environment you’ll work in provides not only a team of professionals but a wealth of resources that make a real difference. From working with children in schools to liaising with the SEND assessment teams, you’ll feel supported every step of the way. With hybrid working, you’ll enjoy a balance of working from home and making an impact in the community. This role is for you if: You’re passionate about supporting children with SEND and improving their outcomes. You have a degree in Occupational Therapy and are HCPC registered. You are seeking a Band 7 OT role in which you can work autonomously, managing your own schedule. You have experience working with children with sensory needs and in the paediatric therapy space. You are comfortable contributing to SEND tribunals by preparing expert statements and supporting hearings. You’re a collaborative professional who enjoys working within a team of diverse experts. You will have the tools, training, and support to thrive in this role, making a genuine difference to children’s lives. If this sounds like the opportunity you’ve been waiting for, let’s chat and discuss how you can join a passionate team making a real impact in the world of SEND. Why this role? True work/life balance – 50% remote working Supportive, experienced therapy and SEND team Continuous training and CPD Opportunity to influence the direction of a service and make lasting impact Interested in finding out more? Respond to this advert Upload your CV via our website Or give me a call on 0203 011 4848

Are you ready for a unique new challenge? This is an inspiring, therapeutic organisation that works across London. They have a no exclusion policy and support the hardest to reach, high risk and most vulnerable young people. This role is supporting young people who may have been out of formal education for several years and are unable at this time to cope with learning in a classroom. These young people may have an ASC and/or SEMH diagnosis, alongside complex additional needs. They may be at considerable risk of exploitation or been exposed to extreme violence and abuse in their homes. They need someone to help. Could this be you? They are looking for resilient and compassionate Outreach Therapeutic Mentors, your role will be supporting an extremely vulnerable young person on a 1:1 basis out in the community, maybe within their home or a local library, with the intent of helping them eventually over time become ready to be able to go into a specialist school setting and learn alongside their peers. This process starts with building a bond between you, most of these students will have gone through ACE’s (Adverse Childhood Experiences) and will have indicators of PTSD, trust needs to be earned over time. Once the trust is there you will be therapeutically supporting them with fully bespoke educational plans that suit their needs. This organisation has a high success rate in that young people are eventually are back in full time education or employment, and on top of that thriving, able to regulate their emotions and begin to process their trauma. An example of this is a young person with previous low school attendance, multiple exclusions, PTSD, and extremely aggressive behaviour. After being assigned a specialist mentor and working together, this young person has now transitioned to a specialist school, has a 93% attendance record, is part of restorative groups helping him to process his trauma and is thriving with a bespoke curriculum. You can also be a part of someone’s success story, this really is an incredible and unique opportunity for someone who really does want to change lives Benefits and what they are looking for Being away from a classroom setting and being able to be creative in your support strategies The ability to assist students with their educational activities, including online learning and project-based assignments Being a part of the journey of the most vulnerable, complex young people, from being unable to access any education to then thriving, all with your help! Lunch and travel expenses (during working hours) reimbursed 2 years experience with SEMH in an educational setting You must be available full time 8.30-4.30 Monday to Friday You must be prepared on occasion to travel up to 1.5 hours if you are needed to support a young person in need Someone who is confident in managing dysregulated behaviour and fully understanding why this behaviour occurs Trauma informed and passionate about Therapeutic support If this sounds like the role you have been waiting for then please get in touch, however if this doesn't fit what you are looking for, I can also help you find the right role for you, please call 02030114848 and ask for Faye or email faye@psinclusion.co.uk

Outreach Mentor £110- 130 per day PAYE Temp to Perm Your SEMH experience will put you in fantastic stead for this role as you step outside the classroom and into an outreach position. This is an opportunity to work with the most vulnerable young people, supporting their SEMH needs, as you work towards the ultimate goal of transitioning them back into the classroom to learn amongst their peers. Your ability to commit to the pressures of the role will be essential in ensuring you give the best support to the young people under your care, as you deliver learning support and developing their social and emotional skills. Naturally the role involves traveling across multiple locations in London, where at times circumstance might dictate swift changes in your diary. Naturally costs of travelling during the day will be covered by expenses. The outreach programme is an essential part of this specialist therapeutic education organisation, the experience gained, and skillsets developed within this role will result in a range of opportunities for progression within the SEND sector. If this opportunity fits with your current career circumstances and ambition, please contact us to discuss how we can guide and advise you going forward. Whether it is this specific role or other SEND opportunities, we can help you find the right next step for your career. Please get in touch if you want to hear more about this or our other SEND teaching opportunities. You can get in touch by responding to this advert, uploading your CV to our website, or calling us on 0203 011 4848 and ask for Faye We are very different in our approach as you will see from the voices reviewing and recommending us. If you would like your journey so far to be recognised and respected, Parker Smith Inclusion is the right partner for you and your future. At Parker Smith Inclusion, we specialise exclusively in SEND recruitment. Our reputation is built on integrity and expertise. With over 350 five-star Google reviews, we are committed to finding the right leadership opportunities for exceptional educators. Benefits of PS Inclusion supporting you in your SEND role search. Tailored School Matches – We carefully match you with schools that align with your experience and career aspirations. Exclusive Opportunities – Many of our roles are exclusive to Parker Smith Inclusion. That’s how much our schools trust our service and knowledge. Expert Knowledge – Our strong relationships with schools and trusts mean we can provide valuable insight into the school’s history, leadership structure, and culture. Transparent Pay Structure – All long-term roles are PAYE only, with no hidden umbrella costs. Your salary is matched from the beginning of your contract. Comprehensive Interview Support – We offer detailed interview preparation, increasing your chances of success. Specialist Settings – Opportunities in schools supporting children and young people with SEMH, EBSA, PMLD, SLD, ASC, Complex Needs, and MLD.

Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) Enfield Long-term and Permanent opportunities September 2025 Would you like to work in a post-16 specialist school supporting students with SEND? We are working with a SEND specialist school based in North London that is looking for experienced Higher Level Teaching Assistants (HLTA) to join its supportive and inclusive team. They are looking for suitable candidates who have experience supporting young adults with a range of needs including, ASC, ADHD, SEMH, learning difficulties and speech and language communication needs. The successful candidate must have experience as an HLTA and be able to cover the class when needed. This is a fantastic opportunity for Higher Level Teaching Assistants who are looking to work in an SEND school long-term with permanent opportunities and also offer progression and development throughout the school. If you are an aspiring teacher this is a fantastic school for you as they can offer help with teacher training. What to Expect as a Higher Level Teaching Assistant: The opportunity to work alongside a highly friendly and supportive team in a school where you can feel valued and like you are making a real difference The opportunity to lead and cover classes when the teacher is absent The opportunity to work with a range of SEND and ages Ongoing training and professional development whilst gaining valuable experience School hours and the school holidays off so you are able to maintain a great work/life balance Being part of a team that believes in high quality and engaging teaching as well as staff wellbeing A school that will help with teacher training for aspiring teachers Long term temporary positions with permanent opportunities Requirements of a Higher-Level Teaching Assistant Previous experience working as a Higher Level Teaching Assistant Qualifications as a HLTA or proven experience Can cover the class when the teacher is absent Previous experience working with Autism and ADHD or other SEND A friendly and positive person with a resilient personality A real passion for supporting young people with SEND and looking for a long-term role Interested in hearing more about our Higher Level Teaching Assistant To find out more about this role please do not hesitate to get in touch! You can apply by response to this advert or by emailing katie@psinclusion.co.uk We are looking forward to hearing from you soon!

Speech and Language Therapist January 2026 Start Hillingdon Band 6 Full-time Are you an experienced Band 6 Speech and Language Therapist looking to become part of a multidisciplinary therapy team for a SEND school? I am looking for a Band 6 Speech and Language Therapist to become part of a permanent multidisciplinary therapy team based in a beautiful SEND school specialising in ASD and complex needs. Main responsibilities for Speech and Language Therapist role: Assessment and intervention planning Group and individual therapy as required Working within classes and providing consultative support as part of the multi-disciplinary team Development and implementation of training for staff and other professionals Curriculum development Report writing and record keeping Requirements for Speech and Language Therapists: Highly motivated, passionate, dynamic and flexible Wants to grow with the school and become a fully immersed member of the team Has relevant experience of working with young people with special needs, especially autism spectrum disorder Has highly developed communication and interpersonal skills Is RCSLT and HCPC registered or working towards this Hold a Bachelors or Masters's Degree in Speech and Language Therapy. About the SEND School This SEND school caters for students with Autism and provides education for children aged 4 - 19. They are a well-equipped school with excellent leadership across their schools that provide a positive and safe learning environment for their children. Their provision for post16 allows for their students to learn skills for independent living and life beyond school, this could be to prepare them for work or college life. The work they do is essential and you will have an opportunity to be a part of something very special! Interested in hearing more? If you want to hear more about our Speech and Language Therapist roles, please get in touch! You can apply by responding to this advert, uploading your CV to our website. 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.

Alternative Education Teaching Assistant Hillingdon £90 - £100 per day - paid PAYE Brand new facilities Ongoing training Supportive and Inspiring SLT to work alongside Do you have experience supporting children/ young people with special and additional needs? Would you like to make a positive impact by supporting SEN pupils? This friendly primary school based in Hillingdon is seeking an experienced SEND Teaching Assistant to work in their specialist ARP. The school has an excellent track record of training teachers and support staff and has a beautiful and inclusive SLT. As a Teaching Assistant, you will be responsible for ensuring the Specialist Resource Provision is running smoothly and making sure the students are getting the best support available. You will be managing behaviour and supporting the pupils academically, emotionally and behaviourally. If you believe you have relevant experience for this role. or you are a graduate, or have a real passion for helping with SEND, we would love to hear from you! Ideal Alternative Education Teaching Assistant: Passionate about supporting pupils with SEND Previous experience supporting young children with additional needs Good understanding of behaviour strategies and co-regulation Committed to personal development and learning specialist skills Proactive and flexible Ability to be a team player and build rapport quickly Interested in hearing more? Please get in touch if you want to hear more about our SEND opportunities! You can apply by response to this advert and uploading your CV to our website. Unfortunately, you have been unsuccessful in this role if you are not contacted within 5 working days. 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.

Higher Level Teaching Assistant Mainstream School with a Specialist Provision A mainstream primary school based in Islington that looking for a dedicated and experienced HLTA (Higher Level Teaching Assistant) or Unqualified Teacher to join their specialist provision team, supporting pupils across Key Stage 1 and Key Stage 2. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone passionate about inclusive education and looking to make a real impact in a small nurturing setting. About the Role: Working with a small group of 8 pupils in a specialist provision Supporting students with a range of SEND Supported by 2 other experienced adults in the classroom Providing trailered support across KS1 and KS2 with SEND Helping to deliver engaging, structured learning activities What the School are Looking for: Experience working with children with SEND Confident managing a classroom and delivering structured learning Able to work part of a supportive team Bring a nurturing, calm and consistent approach If you're passionate about supporting pupils with additional needs and are ready to join a dynamic team making a real difference, we would love to hear from you. Please apply for this job or call Katie at Parker Smith Inclusion on 0203 01 4848.

SEN Teaching Assistant A mainstream primary school in Haringey are looking for an experienced SEN Teaching Assistant to support two boys who will be entering year 5 in September. This is a fantastic opportunity to provide 1:1 support to children SEND and to build trusting relationships. You will be supporting two pupils, one with dyslexia and one with ODD, Oppositional Defiant Disorder. Both can present behavioural challenges, so they are looking for someone who is confident and able to set clear boundaries, but also has a caring approach. They are looking for someone who can be a positive role model to these boys, offering consistency and support. Key Requirements: Experience supporting children with dyslexia (or willingness to undertake training) Experience supporting children with SEND, or have a true passion to Ability to manage behavioural challenges Strong communication skills. Patient and nurturing approach Able to build trusting relationships and be a strong role model What the School Offers: A supportive school community committed to professional development Opportunity to make a meaningful impact in a child's life Training opportunities Temp to perm opportunities If you are passionate about supporting children with SEND and believe you can make a difference, we would love to hear from you. Please apply to this advert or contact Katie at Parker Smith Inclusion on 0203 011 4848.