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EYFS Learning Support Assistant – Reception Full time, Long Term | Havering Start: January Pay: £90 per day (PAYE) Help Young Children Build the Foundations for Lifelong Learning The early years are a crucial time. Some children need extra support to explore, communicate, and feel secure as they take their first steps in education. With the right input, every child can develop confidence, curiosity, and a love of learning. This role places you at the heart of that journey. About the School This warm and community-focused primary school in Havering provides a nurturing and creative Early Years environment where children are encouraged to flourish. The Reception team is experienced, supportive, and passionate about child development. The school is seeking a caring and skilled EYFS Learning Support Assistant to support children who need additional help to settle, engage, and access early learning activities. What You Will Do Support pupils in Reception with early learning, communication, and social development Create a safe, encouraging, and stimulating environment for young children Assist with group activities, free-flow play, phonics, early writing, and early numeracy Work closely with the class teacher, EYFS lead, and SENCO to support personalised learning Help children develop independence, confidence, and positive early relationships Who You Are Experienced in EYFS, either in a school, nursery, or early years setting Warm, nurturing, patient, and able to get the very best out of young children Knowledgeable about EYFS practice, child-led learning, and early communication strategies Creative, enthusiastic, and able to work as part of a collaborative and supportive team Committed to helping each child feel safe, valued, and ready to learn Why This Role Matters You will play a key role in shaping a child’s first experience of school. Whether helping them settle into routines, encouraging early language, or supporting friendships, your influence will be meaningful every day. Apply Now If this sounds like the right opportunity for you, we would love to hear from you. Email your CV to elisha@psinclusion.co.uk or call 0203 011 4848 to speak with Elisha at Parker Smith Inclusion. Why Work with Parker Smith Inclusion Tailored SEND and EYFS placements matched to your strengths and ambitions Exclusive opportunities across mainstream and specialist settings Transparent PAYE pay structure with no hidden costs Guidance and support from specialists who understand the secto

Complex Needs Teaching Assistant Location: Havering Pay: £90–£100 per day (PAYE) Contract: Full time | Temp to Perm | Start: ASAP Help Children with Complex Needs Flourish in a Supportive Environment A caring and inclusive primary school in Havering is looking for a dedicated Complex Needs Teaching Assistant to join their Autism Resource Provision. This specialist setting, based within the mainstream school, provides a calm, predictable environment where pupils with Autism Spectrum Condition can learn in a way that suits their individual needs. Every pupil’s journey is different, and the team celebrates progress in all its forms, from improved communication to increased independence. The Role Supporting children aged 4 to 11 in a small, structured provision Using visual resources, communication tools, and practical strategies to aid understanding Reinforcing routines and clear expectations to help pupils feel secure Assisting children as they transition between activities and school spaces Working closely with teachers, therapists, and families to provide consistent care and support About You Experience with autism or SEND is useful but not essential Backgrounds in care, youth work, early years, or community support are highly valued Calm, patient, and reflective, with a focus on understanding behaviour Comfortable supporting pupils in a routine-based, structured environment Reliable, compassionate, and keen to develop your skills further What the School Offers A friendly, well resourced specialist provision with sensory areas and tailored materials A collaborative staff team where everyone looks out for one another Leadership committed to staff wellbeing and ongoing professional development Routes for progression into teaching, therapy support, or specialist SEND roles Why Work with Parker Smith Inclusion We specialise in SEND recruitment and take pride in providing honest, supportive guidance throughout the process. Our approach is simple and transparent: Clear, reliable communication from knowledgeable SEND consultants PAYE only no umbrella companies or unexpected deductions Access to long term roles in inclusive and specialist settings Continuous support from application through to placement Apply Now If this sounds like the right next step for you, we would love to hear from you. Contact Elisha at elisha@psinclusion.co.uk or call 0203 011 4848 for more information. This role offers the chance to make a genuine impact, one steady, meaningful step at a time.

Post-16 Learning Support Assistant – SEND Focus Location: Havering (Post-16 Provision) Pay: £90 - £100 (PAYE only) Temp-to-Perm: Long-term, temp to perm opportunity Are you passionate about supporting young people and helping them succeed in a post-16 setting? A welcoming and inclusive post-16 provision is seeking a dedicated Learning Support Assistant (LSA) to work closely with students with a range of additional learning needs. You’ll support students with autism, ADHD, social/emotional difficulties, speech and language needs, and other complex learning challenges, providing targeted learning support, helping develop independence, and enabling students to achieve their full potential. This role is perfect for someone who wants to make a real difference for young people while gaining valuable post-16 SEND experience. What We’re Looking For: Experience supporting young people with SEND (post-16 experience desirable) Confidence in delivering interventions and supporting learning for students with autism, ADHD, SLCN, and social/emotional needs Strong communication, empathy, and patience Ability to work collaboratively as part of a supportive team What You’ll Gain: Impactful Role: Help students build confidence, independence, and essential life skills Professional Development: Opportunities to gain further SEND and post-16 education experience Supportive Team: Work alongside experienced staff in an inclusive, values-led environment Long-Term Opportunity: Potential to progress or move into permanent roles Apply Now: Contact Elisha at elisha@psinclusion.co.uk or call 0203 011 4848

Primary Autism Lead Teacher – Specialist Therapeutic Provision Ealing, West London £50,000 – £55,000 per annum Full-time, Permanent or Long-term Contract to Permanent January / February start Interviews taking place ASAP This is not a mainstream primary role with SEN elements. It is a specialist position for teachers who have chosen Autism as their long-term focus. A specialist therapeutic SEND provision in West London is recruiting a Primary Autism Lead Teacher to work with a small group of autistic pupils who have complex communication, sensory, and emotional regulation needs. This is a setting where progress is not rushed, behaviour is understood as communication, and relationships take precedence over outcomes. Structure here is built around the child, not the timetable. The School This is a calm, low-arousal, highly structured primary provision supporting pupils with: Autism (ASC) Complex communication needs Pre-verbal and non-verbal profiles Sensory processing differences Emotional regulation and attachment needs Class sizes are intentionally small, with high staffing ratios and experienced specialist support staff. Practice is consistent, predictable and grounded in emotional safety, routine and trust. Transition Is Central to This Role A key part of this position involves planned transition work. Pupils are gradually supported into the learning environment, which may include outreach-style work, such as structured home visits. Transitions are paced carefully to ensure they are safe, regulated and genuinely successful. The Role As the Primary Autism Lead Teacher, you will: Lead teaching for a small group of autistic pupils Deliver highly differentiated, developmentally appropriate primary learning Create predictable routines that support regulation and emotional safety Support pupils through a structured transition period, including outreach work Model calm, trauma-informed and autism-informed practice Work closely with families and external professionals Support pupils who may require close adult attachment Adapt teaching approaches for pre-verbal and non-verbal learners Maintain clear, consistent boundaries while building strong, trusting relationships Some personal or intimate care may be required on an ad hoc basis, depending on pupil needs. This Role Will Suit You If You: Are an experienced primary teacher with strong Autism experience Have worked in specialist SEND, therapeutic or autism-specific provisions Are confident in supporting complex communication and sensory needs Stay regulated when behaviour communicates anxiety or distress Value depth, consistency and relationship-led practice Are comfortable working flexibly, including outreach-style transition support Are ready for meaningful, practice-led leadership responsibility Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) is essential. If you are interested, apply now or contact Heeji Moon at Parker Smith Inclusion.

Job Description: If you are a Psychology graduate searching for real, meaningful SEND experience, the kind that genuinely prepares you for Educational Psychology, Clinical Psychology, therapy pathways, or a long term career supporting children with additional needs, this role will give you exactly that. This is not observational experience. This is hands on, relationship based work in a specialist school where your presence matters every single day. You will be supporting children with complex Autism, significant learning needs, physical disabilities, and sensory differences. Many pupils communicate in alternative ways and rely on calm, emotionally attuned adults who bring consistency, patience, and understanding. In this environment, the right support changes lives. This role is challenging. It is also deeply rewarding. Why this school and role are different You are not walking into a chaotic mainstream classroom. You are joining a specialist SEND setting where structure, clarity, and emotional safety come first. You will work alongside experienced teachers, therapists, and skilled support staff who understand behaviour, regulation, and communication at a deep level. You will develop a practical understanding of Autism, sensory processing, emotional regulation, physical disabilities, and complex needs that no textbook can teach you. The experience you gain here will stay with you throughout your career. Your day to day impact Supporting pupils with Autism, physical disabilities, learning differences, and sensory needs Helping children regulate emotions during moments of distress or dysregulation Supporting personal care, mobility, and daily routines with dignity and respect Working one to one or within small, specialist classrooms Using your Psychology knowledge to understand behaviour, communication, and triggers Creating predictability, safety, and trusting relationships Working as part of a multi disciplinary team that genuinely cares about outcomes Every day looks different. The purpose never changes. Who this role is perfect for Psychology graduates planning careers in Educational Psychology, Clinical Psychology, or therapy Health Care Assistants looking to move into SEND education Individuals with personal experience of Autism, disability, or neurodiversity Calm, reflective, emotionally intelligent people Those seeking meaningful, long term SEND experience rather than a short term role This is not an easy role. If you are looking for something comfortable or hands off, it will not be the right fit. If you want to make a real difference, build strong connections, and grow professionally, you will thrive here. What you will need A Psychology degree or closely related discipline Personal or professional experience with SEN, disability, or care Confidence supporting personal care and mobility Availability Monday to Friday, full time Emotional resilience, patience, and a grounded approach A genuine willingness to learn and work as part of a supportive team Pay, contract, and our values £90 to £100 per day PAYE No umbrella companies Long term role with the opportunity to become permanent Transparent, ethical, people first recruitment Location The school is based in Ealing, North West London, with good access from Harrow, Wembley, Brent, Greenford, and surrounding areas. If you are a Psychology graduate or Health Care Assistant who wants work that feels purposeful, challenging, and genuinely career shaping, I would love to speak with you. Apply now or get in touch with Luke Falzon at Parker Smith Inclusion to find out more.

SEN Teaching Assistant – Kingston Upon Thames Full-Time | Term-Time Only | £90–£95 per day | PAYE only ASAP Start There are schools… and then there are places where you walk in and immediately feel like this is what education should be. This specialist setting in Kingston supports children and young people with Autism, profound and multiple learning difficulties (PMLD), SLD, and complex medical needs. But the story here isn’t about what the children can’t do. It’s about what they’re learning to do daily, with the right support. And that’s where you come in. The Role You’ll be working in a small class (never more than 8 pupils), supported by a strong team of teaching assistants and an inspiring teacher who will guide you. These children may be non-verbal, use wheelchairs, or have behaviours that challenge, but they also laugh, communicate in their own way, and flourish in the right environment. You’ll support students with everything from sensory integration and communication to personal care and hydrotherapy sessions. One day might involve messy play and sensory stories, the next might be quiet and calm. No two days are the same, and that’s what makes it extraordinary. Is This You? You’re patient, kind, and calm, especially when things don’t go to plan You have experience with SEN or personal exposure to children with additional needs You’re open to supporting with personal care (training provided) and hydrotherapy sessions You understand that behaviours are communication You’re available full-time during term time (8:30am–4:00pm) This could be ideal for aspiring speech and language therapists, occupational therapists, or educational psychologists. Or maybe you're just someone who’s realised that supporting children with complex needs is what you’re meant to do. What You’ll Get: Weekly pay via PAYE – we don’t use umbrella companies Unmatched on-the-job training, CPD, and long-term career opportunities An incredibly supportive team and senior leadership who genuinely care The chance to be part of something truly life-changing, every single day If you're looking for a role that challenges you, inspires you, and gives back more than it takes, this is it. Apply now to speak to Heeji at Parker Smith Inclusion. We’re ethical SEN recruitment specialists, and we are here to guide you every step of the way.

Senior Residential Childcare Officer – Chelmsford Pay: £26,095 – £27,860 per year Contract: Permanent, Full-time, Term Time Only (36 hours per week) Shift Pattern: Monday–Thursday 2:00pm – 10:15pm, Friday 9:00am – 2:00pm Salary: Scale 6 (Points 13–17), dependent on experience Parker Smith Inclusion is delighted to be partnering with a new residential special school in Chelmsford, providing a safe, structured and nurturing environment for children and young people with additional needs. The school offers weekday residential provision and places a strong emphasis on creating a positive, family-style setting where pupils can develop socially, emotionally and academically. We are seeking a Senior Residential Childcare Officer to join their dedicated and experienced residential team. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with experience in residential childcare or special education who is ready to step into a senior role within a supportive, well-structured environment. The Role As a Senior Residential Childcare Officer, you will: Take a senior position within the residential team, supporting the Head of Residential to lead afternoon and evening shifts Oversee and participate in childcare duties, ensuring the highest standards of care and safeguarding Supervise and support Residential Childcare Officers, including staff induction, mentoring and formal supervision Act as a positive role model, creating a secure, structured and stimulating environment for pupils Work directly with children and young people to support their social, emotional and behavioural development through planned sessions and day-to-day interactions Supervise mealtimes, recreational activities and bedtime routines, ensuring a calm, safe and nurturing atmosphere Accompany pupils to appointments and community-based activities where required Keep accurate records and produce clear, detailed reports contributing to each pupil’s wider care and education plans Participate in staff training, team meetings and ongoing professional development Ensure full compliance with safeguarding legislation, including Keeping Children Safe in Education and the National Minimum Standards for Residential Special Schools About You The ideal candidate will have: Experience working with or caring for children and young people, ideally in a residential or SEN setting A relevant Level 3 qualification in childcare or a related field (or a willingness to work towards one) Knowledge of relevant legislation, including the Children Act and safeguarding procedures Strong behaviour management skills and the ability to remain calm, authoritative and nurturing Excellent organisational skills and the ability to handle challenging situations confidently A commitment to the wellbeing, safety and development of children and young people A full driving licence is desirable; the ability to drive a minibus (or willingness to train) is advantageous Why Work With Us Parker Smith Inclusion works closely with schools, academies and trusts across the region, building strong relationships with senior leaders to ensure the right match between professionals and settings. We provide ongoing support for both candidates and schools throughout the recruitment process. This role offers a rewarding opportunity to take on senior responsibilities within a residential special school, supported by clear expectations, high-quality training and a collaborative team environment. If you are an experienced childcare professional ready to take the next step in your career and make a meaningful difference to the lives of children and young people, we would love to hear from you. Apply today to find out more about this exciting opportunity.

Salary: £22,000 – £24,500 (Term-Time Only) Hours: 8:30am – 3:30pm | Monday to Friday Position: Temp-to-Perm Support Children to Reach Their Full Potential Parker Smith Inclusion is delighted to be working with a welcoming mainstream primary school in Chelmsford, seeking Learning Support Assistants (LSAs) for a Temp-to-Perm role. This is a fantastic opportunity for individuals passionate about helping children achieve their best academically, socially, and emotionally. About the School The school provides a supportive and inclusive environment where every child is encouraged to thrive. Classes are well-resourced and staff work closely together to ensure each pupil receives the support they need to reach their full potential. As an LSA, you will work in small groups and 1:1 settings, supporting pupils who may need extra help with learning, organisation, or confidence. You will be part of a collaborative team of teachers, HLTAs, and LSAs delivering high-quality, engaging lessons across the primary age range. Your Role as an LSA As a Learning Support Assistant, you will: Provide 1:1 and small-group support to pupils, helping them engage in learning Assist with classroom activities, promoting confidence and independence Support pupils’ social and emotional development alongside academic progress Work collaboratively with teachers and staff to deliver tailored learning experiences Build strong, positive relationships with pupils, acting as a trusted adult and role model This is a term-time only position, 8:30am–3:30pm, offering a healthy work-life balance with the potential to transition into a permanent role. Benefits and Opportunities Salary: £22,000 – £24,500 (term-time only) Private healthcare Free meals provided on site during the school day Weekly CPD training to support professional development Three wellbeing days per year, in addition to school holidays Career development opportunities, including apprenticeship pathways On-site parking Optional overtime opportunities during half term Who We’re Looking For We welcome applications from: Individuals with experience in education, care, or youth work Graduates or those looking to begin a career in primary education Most importantly, candidates should be enthusiastic, patient, and committed to supporting children to succeed and reach their full potential. Apply Today If you’re ready to start a rewarding role supporting children in a mainstream primary school and grow your career, we’d love to hear from you. Apply now or contact Parker Smith Inclusion for more information.