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HLTA – SEND Specialist – Mainstream Primary (Barking & Dagenham) Location: Barking & Dagenham (Mainstream Primary) Pay: £100–£130 per day (PAYE only) Temp-to-perm pathway after 24 weeks Are you passionate about inclusion and ready to make a difference in a mainstream primary school? Do you have the skills to adapt learning, run interventions, and provide meaningful support for pupils with additional needs? A welcoming and inclusive primary school in Barking & Dagenham is looking for a dedicated Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) with a strong SEND focus. You’ll support children with a wide range of needs, including autism, ADHD, speech and language difficulties, and social/emotional challenges, while helping them reach their full potential. This is a pivotal role where you’ll both deliver targeted interventions and cover lessons, making a real difference across the school. What We’re Looking For Proven experience supporting children with SEND in a primary setting Confidence in leading small groups, delivering interventions, and adapting activities Ability to step in for class cover when needed Strong understanding of strategies for autism, communication needs, and emotional regulation HLTA qualification is desirable but not essential What You’ll Gain SEND Impact: Make a genuine difference for pupils across EYFS–KS2 Professional Development: Regular CPD and career progression opportunities Supportive Team: Work alongside experienced teachers, SENCOs, and staff who champion inclusion Stability: Long-term role with the option to go permanent after 100 days The Role Full-time, Monday–Friday, term time only (8:30am–3:30pm) Immediate start — interviews and trials taking place now Child & Adult DBS on the update service is highly desirable To apply: Contact Elisha at elisha@psinclusion.co.uk or call 0203 011 4848.

SEND Teaching Assistant Mainstream Secondary School Temporary to Permanent North London We are working with a mainstream secondary school in North London seeking experienced and passionate SEND Teaching Assistants to join their team. At this school, pupil progress is a top priority, and the dedicated SEND team works collaboratively to support students with complex needs, including EHCPs, SEMH challenges, Autism, dyslexia, and other learning difficulties. In this role, you will support pupils across the secondary school, providing 1:1 and small group support. The successful candidate will have prior experience supporting pupils with SEND, including those with EHCPs, SEMH needs, Autism, dyslexia, or other learning difficulties, and will be skilled in behaviour management strategies. .The Role: Support pupils with diverse SEND needs in lessons and around the school. Assist in implementing personalised learning plans and interventions. Work closely with teachers, SENDCo, and external professionals to track pupil progress. Contribute to positive behaviour management and nurture pupils’ social and emotional development. Participate in training opportunities to enhance your SEND knowledge and professional growth. What the school are looking for: Experience supporting children or young people with SEND (including Autism, SEMH, or learning difficulties). Strong communication skills with students, parents, and colleagues. Empathy, patience, and a commitment to promoting inclusion. Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team. What this role can offer: Be part of a school that puts pupil progress, wellbeing, and inclusion at the heart of everything we do. Benefit from excellent staff training and professional development opportunities. Work in a supportive and collaborative environment where your contribution is valued. If you're ready to take on a rewarding challenge and support students with SEND in a meaningful way, we want to hear from you. Apply now or contact Katie at Parker Smith Inclusion. INDSUPP

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

Speech & Language Therapist – Band 7 (or strong Band 6 ready to step up) North London | Full time | Flexible working January start or sooner Inspiring those who support children with the highest communication needs is work filled with passion and purpose. You might already be thriving at Band 7. Or you might be a strong Band 6 who knows you’re ready for the step up. You are organised, relationship-driven, and comfortable coaching school staff. Supporting autistic pupils using AAC/early communication approaches is part of your every day, as is a calm, problem-solving mindset. We are looking for a skilled Speech & Language Therapist to join a forward-thinking education-based service in North London. Someone who believes that impact comes from empowering others: modelling great practice in classrooms, building staff confidence, and creating environments where every child is understood. The Role: This role is varied. You’ll spend around three days a week in schools delivering training, consultation and modelling. You’ll keep a small, focused caseload for EHCP provision. You’ll supervise therapy assistants and contribute to a developing service. There will be exposure to tribunal work. Training and peer support are provided, although confidence with reports and professional discussion will help. Autonomy matters here. You’ll manage your own diary, shape your weeks, and use your clinical judgement without unnecessary barriers. Collaboration matters too. You’ll be part of a reflective, supportive multi-disciplinary team that champions neurodiversity-affirming practice and meaningful CPD. If you want a role with purpose, one that scales your expertise through whole-school change as well as direct work, we’d love to talk! If you feel you have the experience, passion and dedication to join this growing team, please contact Zack by emailing zack@psinclusion.co.uk or call 020 3011 4848.

MLD (Moderate Learning Difficulties Teaching Assistant) - Hackney - Specialist Secondary School Great transport links (Hackney Downs, Hackney Central, Downs Park) Immediate Start Long Term Contract Roles 8:30 - 3:30 with CPD every other Tuesday @ 4:45 Do you want to work with children that have moderate learning difficulties and make a difference to their lives? Are you ready to commit to a school that could support your education career? Would you be able to understand the needs of children that are teenagers but learning at primary level? A specialist MLD school based in the heart of Hackney are interested in meeting enthusiastic, passionate, committed teaching assistants to join their fantastic school. Could it be you? Entering the school you would can understand the level of excellence they expect from their staff and having an OFSTED outstanding rating you can see why! It offers large classrooms for 12 students, speech and language therapist and counsellor available to the students on site, as well as literacy and numeracy intervention specialist, providing the students with the best opportunity to reach their expected grades. Although this is a secondary school the students are all learning at a primary curriculum meaning all candidates need to understand these teenagers can be facing teenage struggles but have a brain function of a primary aged child, requiring a nurture and trauma informed approach. All lessons are practical based, getting the students involved with movement, learning through play and using objects to help support them. This is a truly fantastic school to be part of and the deputy head wants to meet with candidates that have the genuine interest in supporting SEND pupils. The main qualities in candidates we're looking for are; Commitment Passion & drive Pro-activity & initiative Punctuality (you must be meeting the children in the front office at 8:30 prompt!) Professionalism Experience desirable; Supporting children with complex needs, such as MLD , speech and language needs, dysregulated behaviour, trauma (we will consider personal experience) Understanding of special needs and the social struggles this can cause a child Proven ability of great communication skills Understanding of makaton/pecs/zones of regulation If you would like to discuss this role further, please call on 0203 011 4848 and ask for Elise @ Parker Smith Inclusion or email elise.harnwell@psinclusion.co.uk

MLD (Moderate Learning Difficulties Teaching Assistant) - Hackney - Specialist Secondary School Great transport links (Hackney Downs, Hackney Central, Downs Park) Immediate Start Long Term Contract Roles 8:30 - 3:30 with CPD every other Tuesday @ 4:45 Do you want to work with children that have moderate learning difficulties and make a difference to their lives? Are you ready to commit to a school that could support your education career? Would you be able to understand the needs of children that are teenagers but learning at primary level? A specialist MLD school based in the heart of Hackney are interested in meeting enthusiastic, passionate, committed teaching assistants to join their fantastic school. Could it be you? Entering the school you would can understand the level of excellence they expect from their staff and having an OFSTED outstanding rating you can see why! It offers large classrooms for 12 students, speech and language therapist and counsellor available to the students on site, as well as literacy and numeracy intervention specialist, providing the students with the best opportunity to reach their expected grades. Although this is a secondary school the students are all learning at a primary curriculum meaning all candidates need to understand these teenagers can be facing teenage struggles but have a brain function of a primary aged child, requiring a nurture and trauma informed approach. All lessons are practical based, getting the students involved with movement, learning through play and using objects to help support them. This is a truly fantastic school to be part of and the deputy head wants to meet with candidates that have the genuine interest in supporting SEND pupils. The main qualities in candidates we're looking for are; Commitment Passion & drive Pro-activity & initiative Punctuality (you must be meeting the children in the front office at 8:30 prompt!) Professionalism Experience desirable; Supporting children with complex needs, such as MLD , speech and language needs, dysregulated behaviour, trauma (we will consider personal experience) Understanding of special needs and the social struggles this can cause a child Proven ability of great communication skills Understanding of makaton/pecs/zones of regulation If you would like to discuss this role further, please call on 0203 011 4848 and ask for Elise @ Parker Smith Inclusion or email elise.harnwell@psinclusion.co.uk

East London Outreach Digital Skills/ICT Teacher Temp- Perm (February Half term) £216-237 per day PAYE Immediate Start As an experienced Maths Teacher you will be confident in delivering student-focused, differentiated, engaging and creative lessons, these lessons will take place within community spaces in East London, all of which are within walking distance to one another, with small groups of students who are supported by Therapeutic Mentors, whom you will line manage. If you have not worked within an specialist setting before and looking to transition your skillset from mainstream, the organisation is willing to provide necessary training during induction period and probation to ensure you understand the young people, their needs, and how to handle behaviors. 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 teaching young people who may have been out of formal education for a significant time. These young people have an SEMH and/or ASC diagnosis, alongside complex additional needs. They may be at considerable risk of exploitation or been exposed to extreme violence and abuse in their homes, this organisation has a high success rate in that young people can be eventually back in full time education or employment, and on top of that thriving, able to regulate their emotions and begin to process their trauma. Benefits and what they are looking for- Teaching across 3 community spaces, not being in a formal classroom setting Using your creativity, and not being restricted by the mainstream curriculum Monday- Thursday teaching, with Friday being a day for CPD and meetings 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! Full time 8.30-4.30 Trauma informed and passionate about Therapeutic education QTS/QTLS desirable or willing to work towards this 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. 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. 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

East London Outreach Digital Skills/ICT Teacher Permanent Up to £46,238.00- could be reviewed after probation As an experienced Digital Skills/ ICT Teacher you will be confident in delivering student-focused, differentiated, engaging and creative lessons, these lessons will take place within community spaces in East London, all of which are within walking distance to one another, with small groups of students who are supported by Therapeutic Mentors, whom you will line manage. If you have not worked within an specialist setting before and looking to transition your skillset from mainstream, the organisation is willing to provide necessary training during induction period and probation to ensure you understand the young people, their needs, and how to handle behaviors. 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 teaching young people who may have been out of formal education for a significant time. These young people have an SEMH and/or ASC diagnosis, alongside complex additional needs. They may be at considerable risk of exploitation or been exposed to extreme violence and abuse in their homes, this organisation has a high success rate in that young people can be eventually back in full time education or employment, and on top of that thriving, able to regulate their emotions and begin to process their trauma. Benefits and what they are looking for- Teaching across 3 community spaces, not being in a formal classroom setting Using your creativity, and not being restricted by the mainstream curriculum Monday- Thursday teaching, with Friday being a day for CPD and meetings 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! Full time 8.30-4.30 Trauma informed and passionate about Therapeutic education QTS/QTLS desirable or willing to work towards this 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. 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. 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