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Assistant practitioner jobs in United Kingdom

  • SEND Practitioner
    SEND Practitioner
    1 day ago
    £14.5–£27 hourly
    Part-time
    London

    Compass SEN Support is recruiting caring, reliable and experienced professionals to provide flexible, person-centred support to children and young people with SEND. Roles available: • Assistant SEN Practitioner — £14.50 per hour, rising to £15.50 after successful completion of the six-month probation period., • SEN Practitioner — £19.00 per hour, rising to £20.50 after successful completion of probation., • Senior SEN Practitioner — £25.00 per hour, rising to £27.50 after successful completion of probation., • Specialist Practitioner — including Occupational Therapists, Speech and Language Therapists, yoga practitioners, dance and movement practitioners, and other relevant SEND specialisms. Specialist terms and rates are agreed according to the professional service offered. The work may include supporting communication, learning, independence, routines, play, community participation and EHCP-linked outcomes. Senior and specialist practitioners may also design or deliver targeted programmes within their professional competence. We are looking for applicants who are calm, respectful, dependable and able to work positively with children, families and other professionals. Relevant SEND experience is essential. Qualifications, professional registration and insurance requirements will depend on the role selected. Work is flexible and subject to safer recruitment, references, DBS and compliance checks. Final role and rate are confirmed following evidence review. Compass SEN Support is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. Appointments are subject to appropriate checks.

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  • Teacher
    Teacher
    29 days ago
    £30000–£60000 yearly
    Full-time
    London

    SENCO – Primary School Hendon, Barnet | September 2026 / ASAP Start Full-Time | Permanent - MPS1 - UPS3 Outer London Salary ECM Recruitment is delighted to be recruiting on behalf of a welcoming and supportive primary school in Hendon, Barnet for an experienced and passionate SENCO to join their team from September 2026, or as soon as possible thereafter. The school is part of a federation of schools, offering the successful candidate the opportunity to work collaboratively with colleagues across the federation, share best practice and contribute to the continued development of high-quality SEND provision. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced SENCO or SEND leader who is passionate about inclusive education and ensuring that every child is given the support and opportunity to thrive. The Role As SENCO, you will take the lead on SEND provision across the school, working closely with senior leaders, teachers, teaching assistants, parents and external professionals. Key responsibilities will include: • Leading and developing SEND provision across the school, • Coordinating support for pupils with SEND and SEMH needs, • Managing EHCP applications, reviews and individual provision plans, • Supporting and advising teachers on inclusive and adaptive teaching, • Leading, supporting and developing teaching assistants, • Monitoring interventions and pupil progress to ensure provision is having a positive impact, • Working closely with parents, the Local Authority and external professionals, • Supporting behaviour management and the emotional wellbeing of pupils, • Ensuring effective provision for vulnerable pupils, • Delivering SEND training, coaching and support to staff, • Contributing to safeguarding and the wider leadership of the school, • Collaborating with colleagues across the three-school federation to develop and share best practice About You ECM Recruitment would love to hear from candidates who: • Hold Qualified Teacher Status (QTS), • Have strong experience working with pupils with SEND within a primary school setting, • Hold the relevant SENCO qualification, or meet the requirements to undertake it, • Have a strong understanding of the SEND Code of Practice, • Are confident managing EHCPs and working with external agencies, • Are an excellent classroom practitioner, • Have strong leadership, communication and organisational skills, • Can coach, support and inspire teachers and teaching assistants, • Are passionate about improving outcomes for children with SEND, • Have a positive, proactive and collaborative approach Why Apply? This is a fantastic opportunity to take on an influential SEND leadership role within a supportive primary school while benefiting from the wider collaboration and resources of a three-school federation. You will have the opportunity to shape SEND provision, develop staff practice and make a genuine difference to the education, wellbeing and outcomes of children with additional needs. Interested? If you are an experienced SENCO or SEND professional looking for your next opportunity, ECM Recruitment would love to hear from you. Please apply with your up-to-date CV, or contact ECM Recruitment for a confidential conversation and further information about the position. Early applications are encouraged, as interviews may be arranged as suitable candidates apply.

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