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Complex Needs Teaching Assistant - October 2025 start!

HaveringNorth East London£90-£100 per day
Complex Needs Teaching Assistant Location: Havering Pay: £90–£100 per day (PAYE) Contract: Full-time | Temp-to-perm | Start: ASAP "Every child’s journey is different. Our role is to walk beside them, not push them ahead." An inclusive primary school in Havering is looking for a dedicated Complex Needs Teaching Assistant to join their Autism Resource Provision. This specialist base, within the wider mainstream school, provides a calm and supportive space where pupils with Autism Spectrum Condition are encouraged to develop at their own pace. Here, progress is measured in meaningful steps — every achievement, no matter how small, is valued and celebrated. What You’ll Be Doing Supporting pupils aged 4–11 within a small, specialist classroom Using visuals, objects of reference, and assistive strategies to aid communication Encouraging independence through structure, consistency, and clear routines Assisting with transitions between activities and environments Working closely with teachers, therapists, and families to ensure joined-up support About You Experience with autism is an advantage, but not essential — transferable skills from care, youth work, or community settings are equally welcome Calm, patient, and curious about behaviour — seeking to understand rather than simply manage it Comfortable working within structure and routine, where predictability helps children thrive Looking for a role with purpose and meaning, not just a payslip Reliable, caring, and open to learning every day What the School Offers A purpose-built provision with sensory areas and specialist resources A supportive team who work collaboratively and look out for each other Leadership that invests in staff wellbeing and professional growth Clear pathways into teaching and specialist SEND careers Why Parker Smith Inclusion? We specialise in SEND and pride ourselves on matching people to schools where they can truly make an impact. With over 350 five-star reviews, our track record speaks for itself. When you work with us, you’ll benefit from: Honest, transparent communication from SEND specialists who understand your goals PAYE-only payroll — no umbrella companies or hidden deductions Access to long-term roles in inclusive and specialist schools Ongoing guidance and support tailored to you How to Apply To find out more or apply, contact Elisha at elisha@psinclusion.co.uk. If you’re exploring your next step, this could be the meaningful role you’ve been searching for.
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PMLD Support Assistant

Barking and DagenhamNorth East London£90-£100 per day PAYE
PMLD Support Assistant Location: Havering Pay: £90–£100 per day (PAYE) Contract: Full-time | Term-time only | Long-term placement "Every child communicates in their own way — our role is to listen and respond." A specialist school in Havering is looking for a dedicated PMLD Support Assistant to join their team on a long-term basis. This is a brilliant opportunity for someone with at least a year of experience in SEND and a Level 2 or Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification, ready to take on a role that truly makes a difference. About the School This is a nurturing, inclusive environment for pupils with profound and multiple learning disabilities (PMLD) and associated complex needs. Learners may be non-verbal, use wheelchairs, and require high levels of personalised support. Classrooms range from calm, sensory-focused spaces to more active and physically demanding environments, but every setting shares the same commitment: to protect dignity, encourage progress, and support each child’s individual journey. What You’ll Be Doing Delivering 1:1 and small-group support in line with EHCPs and learning plans Supporting sensory, therapeutic, and play-based activities Using tools such as PECS, visual timetables, and assistive technology to aid communication Assisting with personal care needs including feeding, toileting, and hoisting (training provided) Creating a safe, structured, and positive environment where pupils can thrive What We’re Looking For At least 1 year’s experience working with children or young people with SEND Level 2 or Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification Confidence in supporting pupils with PMLD, physical disabilities, or complex needs Calm, resilient, and empathetic approach to challenges Strong teamwork skills and a genuine passion for inclusive education What You’ll Gain The chance to build specialist experience in PMLD and complex needs A warm, supportive team environment Ongoing professional development and training opportunities A rewarding role where no achievement is too small to celebrate Why Parker Smith Inclusion? SEND-focused recruitment with a people-first ethos PAYE only — no umbrella companies or hidden deductions Long-term placements with ongoing consultant support Honest, transparent recruitment focused on your wellbeing Interested? Send your CV to Elisha at elisha@psinclusion.co.uk or call 0203 011 4848 and ask for Elisha to learn more.
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Outreach Learning Mentor

Waltham ForestNorth East London£130-133 per day PAYE
Mentor – Therapeutic Support for Young People Location: Barking and Dagenham Full Time | Monday to Friday, 8:30am – 4:30pm Ready for a unique and rewarding challenge? Are you experienced in mentoring within a school or educational setting and looking for an exciting new role? We are partnering with an inspiring, therapeutic organisation operating across London, dedicated to supporting some of the most vulnerable, high-risk, and hardest-to-reach young people – all under a strict no-exclusion policy. In this role, you will support young people who have been out of formal education for extended periods and are not yet ready for a traditional classroom environment. You will play a key part in their induction, assessment, and transition over a two-term period, providing stability, guidance, and therapeutic support. Many of the young people you will work with have SEMH or ASC diagnoses, along with complex additional needs. Some have experienced trauma, exploitation, or violence and require a mentor who can build trust, offer understanding, and provide a structured therapeutic approach. Making a Difference This organisation has a proven record of success. Young people often go on to re-enter education or employment, develop emotional regulation skills, and begin processing their experiences. Example of impact: A young person with low attendance, multiple exclusions, PTSD, and aggressive behaviour was paired with a specialist mentor. Through consistent support and therapeutic intervention, they transitioned to a specialist school, achieved a 93% attendance rate, and are thriving on a bespoke curriculum tailored to their needs. You could be the mentor who changes a young person’s life in this way. Role Responsibilities: Develop holistic learning plans to support young people’s return to education Work outside a traditional classroom to provide therapeutic, individualised support Support young people from disengagement to achievement and personal growth What’s on Offer: Lunch and travel expenses reimbursed during working hours Full-time hours: Monday to Friday, 8:30am – 4:30pm Opportunities to travel across London to support multiple students What We’re Looking For: Confidence in managing dysregulated behaviour and understanding its causes A trauma-informed, therapeutic approach with a passion for supporting young people Empathy, resilience, and commitment to achieving positive outcomes for vulnerable youth If this is the opportunity you’ve been waiting for, we want to hear from you. Apply Today: Email elisha@psinclusion.co.uk or call Elisha at 0203 011 4848 for more information.
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Year 5 SEND Teaching Assistant

HaveringNorth East London£90 per day PAYE
Year 5 SEND Teaching Assistant (Autism & PDA Focus) Location: Havering Pay: £90 per day (PAYE) Contract: Full-time | Term-time only | Long-term role "Positive relationships unlock potential and the right support can change everything." We are working with an inclusive primary school in Havering seeking a dedicated Teaching Assistant to support a child in KS2 with an Autism and Pathological Demand Avoidance diagnosis. This is a full-time, long-term role for someone with the experience, empathy, and resilience to make a real impact. The Role You’ll be providing consistent 1:1 support, building a positive relationship that helps the pupil feel secure and engaged in their learning. Build trust and rapport, using patience and firm but calm boundaries Support engagement with the Year 5 curriculum, adapting where needed Provide encouragement, structure, and consistency in and out of lessons Model positive behaviour and help the child to regulate when challenges arise Work closely with class teachers and the SEN team to ensure joined-up support About You Previous experience supporting children with autism, PDA, or social/emotional needs is highly desirable Confident working with the upper KS2 curriculum (Year 5 level) Resilient, patient, and skilled at building meaningful relationships Proactive, adaptable, and able to stay calm under pressure A strong team player with a genuine commitment to inclusive education What You’ll Gain A rewarding role supporting a capable learner to reach their potential Experience in a welcoming school with high expectations for staff and pupils Ongoing professional development opportunities through Parker Smith Inclusion Long-term stability in a meaningful, relationship-based role Why Parker Smith Inclusion? We are SEND specialists who put people first. With us, you’ll benefit from: PAYE only — no umbrella companies or hidden deductions Long-term placements with consistent consultant support Honest, transparent communication every step of the way Interested? Send your CV to Elisha at elisha@psinclusion.co.uk or call 0203 011 4848 and ask for Elisha to find out more.
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Graduate SEN Teaching Assistant

AllNorth East London£85-£95 per day PAYE; Weekly Payment
Graduate SEN Teaching Assistant East London ASAP Start £90 - £95 PAYE per day, weekly payment Term time only Full-Time, Monday to Friday We here at Parker Smith are currently working with an inspiring, Outstanding, all-through SEN school in the East London. They are looking for a Graduate SEN Teaching Assistant to join their friendly and supportive team. They use creative learning to support the curriculum, such as music, arts, drama and dance. Students in this setting may have Autism/ASC, complex needs, and Severe to Profound Multiple Learning Difficulties (SLD/PMLD). This role requires personal care, so being comfortable with this is essential. What they are looking for in a SEN Teaching Assistant Experience working with young people Experience with personal care A caring, compassionate and empathetic approach Ability to build strong and meaningful relationships Why work with us? We have over 300 5* Google reviews; please check them out! We are an Ethical consultancy that always puts people first We specialise in SEND, and we are all passionate about Inclusivity We choose PAYE, not an Umbrella company We go above and beyond to make sure we are with you every step of the way on your journey to your future dream role If you think you would be an incredible asset to an already incredible team, then please do get in touch by applying to this advert or emailing elise.harnwell@psinclusion.co.uk Unfortunately, if you are not contacted within 5 working days, it means your application has been unsuccessful. We will, however, keep your records on file and contact you if a job role becomes available that we believe is perfect for you. Parker Smith Inclusion is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All candidates must undergo a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) Check, which we will help you with. By applying for this role, you consent to Parker Smith Inclusion Ltd storing your personal details in our fully encrypted database, which is in line with the new GDPR Requirements.
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Primary SEN Learning Support Assistant

HackneyNorth East London£90 - £95 per day PAYE
SEN Teaching Assistant MS Primary Newham Immediate start - Long Term Role PAYE Payments £90 - £95 per day A MS Primary School in the heart of Newham, a short walk from Stratford station are seeking a SEN Teaching Assistants to support a new child moving into their SEN provision, this child is in Year 5 but learning at a KS1 level with ASC and Learning Difficulties. This school prides themselves on their academic level for their students therefore all candidates are expected to be bright, professional and able to support children with autism confidently, you also need to have proven experience supporting children with ASC and learning difficulties with the confidence to work on your own. You will be expected to support learning, early years & KS1 interventions such as sensory circuit, bucket time, messy play, phonics and more. I am looking for candidates that have previous experience within a MS Primary or SEN setting, minimum 1 year. The child is moving into this new school therefore will be dysregulated at first due to the change, he will need someone reasuring, empathetic and patient to support him, he shows no physical behaviours and can read and write however is experience a learning delay. The Nest Provision within this school is equipped with sand and wet play for sensory as well as core boards and more to support the child's learning, there is only 2 other students within the nest and a teacher. But to not put extra stress on current team members they need a TA that is confident to come in and hit the ground running. We are looking for candidates who: Have experience working with children with ADHD and ASC in a primary school setting. Are calm, patient, and confident in managing behaviour positively and proactively. Understand the importance of consistency, routine, and strong communication with staff and pupils. Are committed team players with a flexible, solution-focused attitude. Are flexible with changes that can come with working in a school such as a move in class or location. Key Responsibilities: Provide targeted in-class support to pupils, including those with ADHD and ASC. Deliver post-teaching and catch-up interventions in small groups or 1:1. Support positive behaviour management strategies. Work closely with class teachers, SENCOs, and external professionals to ensure tailored support. Foster a safe, engaging, and inclusive learning environment. If you are interested in this role, please apply or call me on 0203 011 4848 alternatively email me elise.harnwell@psinclusion.co.uk and we can arrange a time to chat. School visits are happening as we speak, so please appy ASAP. Parker Smith Inclusion is a SEN Specialist Consultancy supporting schools across London with the SEND requirements, we work with mainstream, APs, PRU and Special Schools. We only work with long term, permanent and temp-perm contracts and pay PAYE only.
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Permanent SEN Teacher - January start!

HaveringNorth East London£37870-£56154
Specialist SEN Teacher – Special School Location: Havering, East London Contract: Permanent, Full-time Salary: Outer London MPS/UPS + SEN Allowance Start Date: January 2026 Are you a teacher ready for a new challenge in January? With resignation deadlines approaching, now is the perfect time to secure your next role in a truly inspiring special school. We are working with a special primary school in Havering that provides a nurturing, child-centred environment for pupils with a wide range of additional needs. Here, every small step forward is celebrated, whether it’s a smile, a word, or a moment of shared learning. This role is about teaching with patience, creativity, and care, supporting children with autism, ADHD, speech and language difficulties, and complex learning needs. What makes this special school stand out? Child-first approach – Learning is shaped around pupils’ needs, not targets and paperwork. Specialist support – Work alongside skilled TAs, therapists, and a collaborative leadership team who understand SEND inside out. Professional growth – Ongoing CPD tailored to your needs, whether you’re experienced in special schools or moving into SEND for the first time. Inclusive community – Staff, parents, and specialists work hand-in-hand to support every child’s journey. We’re looking for someone who: Holds QTS (or equivalent). Can adapt lessons so that every child can access learning and thrive. Understands behaviour as communication. Finds joy in progress, however small. In return, you’ll receive: A permanent, full-time role in a supportive special school. Outer London MPS/UPS + SEN Allowance. Specialist training and development opportunities. Daily support from experienced SEND professionals. A trusted career partner in Parker Smith Inclusion. We look forward to hearing from you and supporting you in finding a role where you can make a real difference in the lives of children. Send your CV to elisha@psinclusion.co.uk Or call Elisha on 0203 011 4848 for a confidential chat
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Year 1 Teaching Assistant

HaveringNorth East London£90-£95 per day
Year 1 Teaching Assistant – SEN Support Location: Havering Pay: £90–£100 per day (PAYE) Contract: Full Time | Temporary to Permanent | Start: ASAP Experienced, compassionate, and ready to make a difference A welcoming and inclusive primary school in Havering is seeking a Teaching Assistant to join their Year 1 classroom, supporting a pupil with Special Educational Needs. This is an exciting opportunity to work in a nurturing mainstream environment where every child is valued, supported, and encouraged to flourish. The school prides itself on being warm, friendly, and committed to celebrating each child’s individuality, making it a truly special place to work. What the Role Involves: Supporting a pupil with SEN within a mainstream Year 1 classroom Assisting with learning, communication, and daily routines Encouraging independence while providing gentle guidance and reassurance Helping the pupil transition smoothly between activities and settings Working closely with the class teacher, SEND team, and families to provide consistent support About You: Experience supporting children with SEN is highly desirable, though skills from teaching, care, youth work, or similar roles are also valued Calm, patient, and understanding – focusing on supporting development rather than simply managing behaviour Thrive in structured environments where routine helps children feel safe and succeed Passionate about making a real difference in a child’s learning journey Reliable, caring, and open to learning and developing your skills What the School Offers: A warm, welcoming, and inclusive mainstream setting A supportive and collaborative team who value staff well-being Opportunities for professional growth in SEND and mainstream education The chance to make a meaningful impact on a child’s learning and confidence Wellness day Why Work with Parker Smith Inclusion: We place people in roles where they can make a genuine difference. Schools trust us because we care, and with over 350 five-star reviews, our reputation speaks for itself. When you work with us, you’ll receive: Guidance from SEND experts who understand your career goals PAYE only – no umbrella companies, no hidden deductions Clear, honest communication at every stage Opportunities for long-term positions in inclusive and specialist schools Interested? Email your CV to elisha@psinclusion.co.uk or call Elisha on 0203 011 4848 for a confidential chat or to apply. If you want a role where your support genuinely matters, this could be the perfect next step.
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