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Speech and Language Therapist Band 6 North West London Full time, term time only ASAP Start £32,000 - £45,000 Communication opens doors for every young person, and your expertise can help them step into their world with confidence. You re a thoughtful, organised practitioner with paediatric experience, ideally including work with autism, neurodevelopmental needs and complex communication profiles. Perhaps you are a HCPC registered band 6 or a band 5 therapist progressing toward band 6, confident with assessment, differential diagnosis and evidence-based intervention. You have experience supervising others and contributing to service design. You enjoy thinking at a system level, considering pathways, outcomes, quality and the family experience. You value neurodiversity-affirming, strengths-based practice and want to embed meaningful communication strategies throughout the school. Step into a specialist environment where your clinical insight directly shapes how pupils connect, express themselves and engage with the world. You will support a diverse cohort with varied communication profiles, using approaches that truly make a difference in their day-to-day school experience. What the role involves: Supporting secondary-aged pupils with varied communication needs, including those with autism and complex profiles. Working closely within a dedicated SaLT team including a therapy assistant and SaLT lead who value collaboration, shared problem-solving and professional support. Stepping into an established role with a full handover, giving you continuity and the foundation to build on existing good practice. Delivering targeted intervention, contributing to EHCP outcomes and modelling communication strategies that empower staff across the school. The environment: A specialist setting supporting young people with significant learning needs, autism, medical needs and diverse communication profiles. A community that prioritises inclusion, individual pathways and preparing students for independence, adulthood and meaningful lifelong skills. A strong, connected multidisciplinary approach, with therapy, teaching and pastoral teams working closely to meet each learner s holistic needs. An ethos rooted in understanding, respect and celebrating neurodiversity, ensuring pupils feel safe, known and supported. A structured and well-established therapy framework that provides stability, professional guidance and opportunities for development. If you re looking for a Band 6 role where your expertise transforms communication and confidence across a whole school community, please apply or contact Daniel on >

Occupational Therapist Band 6 North West London Full time, term time only ASAP Start £22.41 - £27 per hour equivalent to £31,000 £38,000 Bring your clinical skillset into a specialist school community where practical, purposeful therapy changes how children with additional needs participate, learn and navigate their world. This role offers the chance to shape daily experiences for pupils with diverse sensory, physical and functional needs, ensuring they can access education with confidence and dignity. You re a reflective, well-organised practitioner with prior paediatric experience, ideally including autism, neurodevelopmental needs, sensory regulation and functional skill development. You are HCPC-registered at Band 6, or a Band 5 developing confidently toward Band 6. You re comfortable completing holistic assessments, formulating clear intervention plans and delivering approaches that support meaningful participation. Maybe you have experience supervising others, contributing to service development and thinking creatively about how environments, routines and systems can better enable young people to thrive. You value neurodiversity-affirming, strengths-based practice and enjoy working collaboratively to embed supportive strategies across the whole school. What the role involves: Supporting secondary-aged pupils with varied occupational needs, including those with autism, motor skill challenges, sensory processing differences and complex profiles. Working as part of a committed OT and therapy team that values shared thinking, professional dialogue and practical support. Taking on an established caseload with full handover, giving you clarity, continuity and space to build on existing effective practice. Delivering targeted intervention, contributing to EHCP outcomes and modelling strategies that help staff adapt environments, tasks and routines to promote independence and engagement. The school: A specialist setting supporting children and young people with significant learning needs, autism, medical needs and a wide range of sensory and functional differences. A community that focuses on inclusion, individual pathways and equipping students with skills for independence, adulthood and meaningful participation. A collaborative multidisciplinary culture where therapy, teaching and pastoral colleagues work closely to meet each learner s holistic profile. An ethos grounded in understanding, respect and celebrating neurodiversity, ensuring pupils feel safe, valued and supported. A structured therapy framework offering consistency, supervision, professional guidance and opportunities to develop specialist practice. If you re looking for a Band 6 OT role where your expertise directly supports independence, regulation and participation across a specialist school community, please apply or contact . >

Primary SEN Teacher East London January Start Temp to Perm MPS UPS, qualified teacher scale We are supporting a wonderfully warm and holistic primary special school in East London who are looking for a Primary SEN Teacher to join their collaborative and dedicated team. This is a setting where communication is celebrated in all its forms! Most pupils are pre-verbal and supported through PECS, Makaton, Core Boards and a truly child-centred, sensory-informed curriculum. This is a setting where joy matters. Where learning is hands-on, playful and responsive. Where behaviour is understood through a positive behaviour support approach, and where every child is seen, heard and understood. Small class sizes (around eight pupils with four support staff) allow for close relationships, meaningful interaction and personalised learning journeys. Collaboration is a key element to working here. Therapists are integral to daily practice, with Occupational Therapists and Speech & Language Therapists working directly in the classrooms so that therapeutic support is woven into the curriculum, not just bolted on. In addition to working in such a purpose led role, alongside passionate and collaborative colleagues, the school has access to lots of outdoor learning spaces, quite unique to this area of London. They have a wonderful 3 tiered soft play/sensory area adding even more enrichment for the children who attend. You may already be an experienced SEND Teacher. Or you may be a passionate mainstream teacher wanting to embark on your SEN journey. What matters most is your creativity, your warmth, and your belief that learning should feel exciting, accessible and safe. If you are curious to know anything more about this role and school, I would be happy to help answer any questions give me a call! You can apply by responding to this advert, uploading your CV to our website, or calling us on and ask for Faye >

SEMH Primary Teacher Alternative Provision Enfield MPS UPS3 Outer London Full time Temp to Perm Working as a primary school teacher, your days will be filled with purpose. You already understand that relationships matter. Creating a place for children to thrive takes work and understanding, yet reaching those children who need the most support is often impossible in a class of 30 children. You re spread too thin. You are starting to lose sight of the reason you entered the teaching profession in the first place. Perhaps it s time to consider a role in which you can impact the lives of the children who require it the most. We are working with a specialist SEMH and ASC provision who are looking for a compassionate, grounded and resilient Primary Teacher to join their primary setting. This is a school for children who have found mainstream education overwhelming, unsuitable or emotionally unsafe. Pupils who deserve consistency, understanding and teachers who see past behaviour to the child underneath. This is a place where small class sizes (up to eight pupils) allow relationships to flourish. Where success is measured not only in academic progress but in trust built, confidence restored and milestones celebrated. Where every child receives a curriculum shaped around their individual strengths, challenges and emotional needs. You may already have experience working within SEMH. You may simply have the heart for it. The calm, the curiosity, the flexibility and the belief that every child can thrive when they feel safe. What matters is your willingness to understand behaviour as communication, to work creatively, and to be part of a team who refuse to give up on their pupils. If you are ready for a role that challenges you, grows you and gives you the chance to change a child s story, we would love to hear from you. Please contact Katie at Parker Smith Inclusion on , or apply directly to this advert. >

SENDCo (Part time 3 days, full time considered) Salary: MPS6 - UPS3 Start: January 2026 preferred, Havering Initial 1 to 2 term contract with potential for permanent contract Make your mark in an ambitious, inclusive, and supportive primary school in Havering as their new SENDCo. A school where SEND provision is respected, supported, and central to everything they do. Systems are strong, the team is dedicated and the leadership understands what a SENDCo needs to thrive. This is a largely non teaching role, giving you the time and space to focus on what matters: strategic direction, high quality provision and meaningful support for children and families. Three days per week is the current structure, but four or five days will be considered for the right candidate. There are no regular class teaching responsibilities, though you may provide occasional one to one or small group support. With a capable SENDCo Assistant working alongside you, you can concentrate on strategic leadership, knowing the day-to-day provision is in expert hands. The pupil cohort is diverse, the team of support staff is well established, and the SEND systems are strong. Staff collaborate with one another, keeping the children at the heart of every decision, within a culture that is both supportive and purposeful. Whether you are a qualified SENDCo, working towards the qualification or an experienced SEND practitioner ready to step up, the school is open minded and focused on finding the right person. Key qualities include strong organisation, clear communication, confidence in supporting a range of needs and a calm, child centred approach. Salary is competitive and reflective of experience and qualifications, with candidates considered on MPS6 to UPS3. This is a chance to step into a school that values you, a supportive team and dedicated resources, and a role where you can make a real difference and the potential to grow into a permanent position. If you are looking for a SENDCo role where you can lead with clarity, compassion and confidence, we would love to hear from you. Send your CV to or call for a confidential conversation. >

East London Outreach English Teacher Permanent Up to £46,238.00 As an experienced English Teacher you will be confident in delivering student-focused, differentiated, engaging and creative lessons, as well as building strong relationships with all of your pupils. However do you feel frustrated with wanting to support your most hard to reach and vulnerable pupils, but then are faced with the reality of large classes, and the inability to dedicate your time? Have you thought about transitioning into teaching within a specialist setting? An opportunity to be a part of team of SEND specialists working for an inspiring, therapeutic service, 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. The service has a high success rate in reintegrating pupils into full time education or employment, and on top of that thriving, able to regulate their emotions and begin to process their trauma. If you have not worked within a specialist setting before and looking to transition your skillset from mainstream, the service is known for providing some of the most bespoke and progressive therapeutic training in London. This training will ensure you understand the young people, their needs, and how to handle dysregulation. The English 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, and work together to create an engaging, inspiring and safe space where the young people can learn. Key points 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 with the specialist service team (Therapists, SLT, Teachers, Mentors) 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 essential If this sounds like the role you have been waiting for then please get in touch, please call and ask for Faye or email >

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 or calling . >

Lead Speech & Language Therapist Band 8 Central London (Clinic-based) Part time or Full time Start date: Flexible - ASAP Helping children find their voice, and helping families feel heard, is work filled with depth, care and purpose. This long-established paediatric therapy service has been supporting children and families for over 20 years. Rooted in sensory integration and evidence-based practice, they have built a strong reputation for thoughtful, holistic therapy and genuine collaboration. Their ethos is simple; high-quality intervention, a warm and welcoming culture, and unwavering commitment to each child s potential. They are now ready to expand their offer. We are looking for a Lead Speech & Language Therapist (Band 8) to shape, grow and lead a dedicated SaLT service within an already well-established paediatric clinic. This isn t just about joining a service. It s about building one. With the backing of an experienced OT team, a loyal client base and a collaborative leadership group. You might already be leading a small team and feel ready for more ownership. You might be a highly experienced Senior/Highly Specialist Therapist who knows you re ready to step into a true leadership remit. The role Working from their welcoming central London clinic, you will: Lead the development of the speech therapy service, shaping pathways, standards and models of delivery Hold a specialist paediatric caseload (e.g. autism, DLD, speech sound disorders, social communication needs, early language) Collaborate closely with the established OT team, co-creating multidisciplinary plans that honour sensory, motor, communication and emotional needs Design and refine systems and processes for triage, assessments, therapy blocks, review and discharge Provide clinical supervision and leadership to SaLT colleagues as the service grows Deliver training and workshops for parents, schools and professionals Clinic-based work is at the heart of the role, with scope to include remote work as the service expands. The environment You will be joining: An experienced, SI-informed OT team with strong clinical expertise A genuinely multidisciplinary culture where professionals work together A leadership team who value reflective practice, CPD and thoughtful growth A service that sees the whole family, not just the presenting need, and places collaboration at the centre It s collaborative. It s curious. And it s kind. About you You will likely: Be an experienced Band 8 (or strong Band 7 ready to step up) HCPC registered Speech & Language Therapist Have substantial paediatric experience, ideally including autism, neurodevelopmental needs and complex communication profiles Be confident with assessment, differential diagnosis and evidence-based intervention Have experience supervising others and contributing to service design Enjoy thinking at system level; pathways, outcomes, quality, family experience Value neurodiversity-affirming, strengths-based practice Most importantly, you ll be excited by the opportunity to shape a service, building something new on top of an already strong, respected foundation. If you feel you have the experience, ideas and vision to join us on this journey, please contact Emilie by emailing or call . >

Learning Mentor Autism & SEMH Full-Time, Permanent Mole Valley, East Surrey Start Date: ASAP Salary: £20,000 £25,000 per annum (depending on experience) For some young people, school has never been a place of success or safety. They ve felt overwhelmed, misunderstood, or simply left behind. But everything can change with the right environment and people around them. That s where you come in. A School Where Every Interaction Matters: This new specialist school in the heart of the Surrey countryside has been purposefully designed to support children with autism, ADHD, and SEMH (social, emotional, and mental health). Here, learning is personalised, therapeutic, and meaningful, focusing on what pupils can do, not what they can t. Class sizes are small (typically 6 8 pupils), with a skilled SEN Teacher and Teaching Assistant working as a team to ensure every child receives the support they need to thrive. As a Teaching Assistant / Learning Mentor, you ll play a vital role in building trust, developing confidence, and helping young people reconnect with learning, many for the very first time. What You Can Expect: A calm, nurturing setting designed for success, for both pupils and staff A brand-new campus with specialist spaces, including a multi-sports hall, forest school, theatre room, and dedicated therapy suites A structured, fully integrated therapeutic approach that supports well-being as much as academic progress Opportunities to work closely with therapists, SEN professionals, and a supportive leadership team Real, meaningful progress, whether that s a pupil answering a question for the first time or walking through the school gates with a smile Who You Are: You might already have experience supporting children or young people with SEND, or perhaps you ve worked in youth services, care, or a pastoral role and are looking to take the next step. Most importantly, you re calm, patient, resilient, and believe every pupil deserves to feel safe and successful at school. If you re compassionate, curious, and ready to learn, we ll provide the training, mentoring, and support you need to make a real impact from day one. Your Impact Will Last a Lifetime This isn t just a job, it s a chance to be part of a team that s changing lives, one child at a time. Whether it s helping pupils regulate their emotions, encouraging them to take part in a lesson, or simply being a trusted adult they can rely on, your role as a Teaching Assistant will make a lasting difference. If this sounds like your kind of school and your kind of opportunity, we d love to hear from you. Please apply directly, upload your CV to our website, or call Heeji Moon at Parker Smith Inclusion on . We ll support you every step of the way as you take the next step in your SEND career. 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. >