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SEN Teaching Assistant Are you interested in building a future career in healthcare while gaining valuable school-based experience? We are currently looking for a motivated Aspiring Nurse Teaching Assistant to join a supportive team in a special school. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who would like hands-on experience supporting children with additional needs while developing skills relevant to nursing and care. As an Aspiring Nurse Teaching Assistant, you will work closely with teaching staff and support teams to help pupils access learning and feel safe and supported throughout the school day. The Role Working as an Aspiring Nurse Teaching Assistant in Upminster, you will support pupils with a variety of special educational needs in a dedicated special school environment. The role involves assisting with classroom activities, supporting pupils' wellbeing, and helping them build independence and confidence. Key Responsibilities Provide one-to-one and small group support for pupils in a special school in Upminster Support pupils with personal care and wellbeing where required Assist teachers with classroom activities and learning support Help create a safe, positive, and inclusive environment Work closely with staff focused on high-quality education and trainingIdeal Candidate This position is ideal for someone considering a future career in nursing, healthcare, or therapy. Experience working with children o...

A healthcare staffing agency seeks a compassionate Locum Therapy Assistant in Acute Medicine at King George Hospital, Romford.

A leading recruitment agency is seeking an Occupational Therapy Assistant to join their Paediatric Social Services team in Barking.

Experience in a healthcare setting, preferably within acute medicine or therapy services. Ability to assist in therapy interventions under the supervision of qualified staff. Band 4 Locum Therapy Assistant in Acute Medicine - Romford.

Occupational Therapy Assistant – Paediatric Social Service. Occupational Therapy Assistant – Paediatric Social Service. Are you ready to embark on a dynamic journey as an Occupational Therapy Assistant within Paediatric Social Services in Barking? This rewarding ongoing locum opportunity offers

SEN Teaching Assistant Location: Essex, East London Contract: Full-time | Term-time only Hours: Monday–Friday, 8:30am–3:30pm Start Date: ASAP Pay: £108 per day Are you passionate about supporting children on a 1 to 1 level? Are you looking to gain hands-on experience in a secondary school while supporting children improve their academic level for their age. About the School A welcoming and inclusive secondary school in Essex, is seeking a dedicated Teaching Assistant to join their supportive team. The school is a secondary school for boys, age 11 to 16 years old, who was recognised by Ofsted as good for the last 3 years. They offer an education that is exciting and challenging to the students and ensure each student becomes a young man that will shape the future. The Role As a Teaching Assistant, you will: Build positive, trusting relationships with pupils Encourage engagement, confidence and positive learning behaviours Provide 1:1 and small-group support both inside and outside the classroom Work closely with class teachers, the SENCO and pastoral staff to implement support strategies Promote emotional regulation, resilience and positive behaviour Help maintain a calm, safe and inclusive learning environmentThis role provides valuable experience to anyone looking to gain experience in a Secondary school setting. Person Specification Passionate about supporting children’s wellbeing and development Strong communication and interpersonal skills Patient, nurturing and resilient approach Motivated and eager to learn Experience working with children (school, tutoring, mentoring, youth work or care) is desirable but not essentialWhat the School Offers A supportive and inclusive primary school community Strong pastoral and SEN support structures Opportunities for training, CPD and mentoring Valuable experience for careers in Educational Psychology, Clinical Psychology, Teaching or Therapy A rewarding role where you can make a real difference in children’s livesHow to Apply If you are passionate about supporting children’s mental health and want to build a career in education or psychology, we would love to hear from you. Apply today or contact Michael Alsop on (phone number removed) for more information. You must have the right to work in the UK

Assistant Psychologist - Ofsted Registered Children's Residential Home Job Title: Assistant Psychologist Location: London (multi-site) Salary: £28,000 - £34,000 per annum About The Role: SuperCare is a rapidly growing provider of Residential Children's Homes across London and the South East of England. Our service supports young people with significant emotional, behavioural and mental health needs, alongside learning disabilities. As an Assistant Psychologist, under the supervision of a qualified Psychologist, you will provide vital psychological support to both the young people and staff within our homes. You will assist with delivering evidence-based, psychologically-informed interventions, contributing to individualised care planning and maintaining a consistently nurturing therapeutic environment. In this role, you will work closely with a multi-disciplinary therapy team, including an Occupational Therapist (OT), Speech and Language Therapist (SALT), Behaviour Analyst, as well as Registered Managers and Care Staff, to ensure a holistic and joint approach to care. Key Responsibilities: As a Assistant Psychologist, you will: Deliver structured, goal focused sessions with young people under the guidance of a Clinical Psychologist Support young people in developing emotional regulation, communication, coping strategies, and independence skills Assist with 1:1 interventions both independently and alongside senior clinicians Model therapeutic strategies to staff teams within the home environment Work collaboratively within the MDT to ensure consistent, needs?led support Attend MDT meetings, placement reviews, clinical discussions, and staff handovers Collect, organise, and record data for assessments, reviews and ongoing therapeutic work Maintain accurate, timely and safeguarding compliant clinical notes. Support the delivery of psychological formulations, behaviour support plans and therapeutic programmes. Prepare resources, materials and environmental adaptations recommended by senior clinicians. Participate in supervision with a Clinical Psychologist. Engage in CPD, reflective practice and relevant training. Work sensitively with children who may have experienced trauma, neurodiversity, SEMH needs, attachment difficulties or communication challenges. About You: We are looking for a motivated and compassionate individual with experience supporting children and young people, ideally within residential care or a related setting. You should have: 2:1 or above in a Psychology Degree (BPS accredited) Experience working with Children or Young People, particularly those with Social, Emotional or Behavioural Needs An understanding of neurodiversity, trauma, SEMH needs, or communication differences Someone proactive, organised, and confident working independently once trained Strong communication, interpersonal, and report writing skills A compassionate, patient and resilient individual with a genuine commitment to improving young people's lives What We Offer: Regular clinical supervision Opportunities for CPD and training Competitive salary package Private healthcare 24/7 GP access £40 per month gym membership contribution Blue Light Discount scheme Pension scheme Enhanced maternity and paternity leave Wellbeing support Birthday paid as a day off Apply Today: If you are passionate about making a meaningful difference and helping young people build brighter, more independent futures, we'd love to hear from you. Safer Recruitment All roles are subject to Enhanced DBS checks, referencing and full safer recruitment procedures. Please note, we are unable to provide visa sponsorships. Applicants must already have the legal right to work in the UK. #INDServices

SEN/SEMH Teaching Assistant Are you an enthusiastic and dedicated graduate looking to gain experience working with young people with SEN/SEMH needs? Do you have a background in psychology or wish to have a career in therapy, mental health, educational psychology and more? A vibrant, inclusive school in the Borough of Newham is looking for an individual to join their expert team of teaching staff. This role enables the successful candidate to access valuable training, teaching experience and the opportunity to work alongside a fantastic team. The right person for the position will be able to improve the academic experience and development of young people. SEN/SEMH Teaching Assistant Job Description: £97 - £115 per day. Monday to Friday (no weekends). Full-time, Long-Term. Based in Newham Start ASAP.SEN/SEMH Teaching Assistant Role: Assisting teaching staff in the classroom with learning. Working closely with individual students and small groups with additional needs. Providing support to young people with SEN/SEMH needs to eliminate barriers within the curriculum and making learning more accessible.The Ideal Candidate for the SEN/SEMH Teaching Assistant Role will have: A degree-level qualification. Previous experience working with children, including those with SEN/SEMH needs. A desire to kickstart their career in teaching, educational psychology, mental health, special educational needs and more!If you are interested in the role of SEN/SEMH Teaching Assistant, apply now by sending your CV to Aaron at Remedy. If shortlisted, you will be contacted by your personal consultant. SEN/SEMH Teaching Assistant

Teaching Assistant Location: Essex, East London Contract: Full-time | Term-time only Hours: Monday–Friday, 8:30am–3:30pm Start Date: ASAP Pay: £108 per day Are you passionate about supporting children on a 1 to 1 level? Are you looking to gain hands-on experience in a secondary school while supporting children improve their academic level for their age. About the School A welcoming and inclusive secondary school in Essex, is seeking a dedicated Teaching Assistant to join their supportive team. The school is a secondary school for boys, age 11 to 16 years old, who was recognised by Ofsted as good for the last 3 years. They offer an education that is exciting and challenging to the students and ensure each student becomes a young man that will shape the future. The Role As a Teaching Assistant, you will: Build positive, trusting relationships with pupils Encourage engagement, confidence and positive learning behaviours Provide 1:1 and small-group support both inside and outside the classroom Work closely with class teachers, the SENCO and pastoral staff to implement support strategies Promote emotional regulation, resilience and positive behaviour Help maintain a calm, safe and inclusive learning environmentThis role provides valuable experience to anyone looking to gain experience in a Secondary school setting. Person Specification Passionate about supporting children’s wellbeing and development Strong communication and interpersonal skills Patient, nurturing and resilient approach Motivated and eager to learn Experience working with children (school, tutoring, mentoring, youth work or care) is desirable but not essentialWhat the School Offers A supportive and inclusive primary school community Strong pastoral and SEN support structures Opportunities for training, CPD and mentoring Valuable experience for careers in Educational Psychology, Clinical Psychology, Teaching or Therapy A rewarding role where you can make a real difference in children’s livesHow to Apply If you are passionate about supporting children’s mental health and want to build a career in education or psychology, we would love to hear from you. Apply today or contact Michael Alsop on (phone number removed) for more information. You must have the right to work in the UK

Recruiting for a dedicated, nurturing and proactive part-time Special Needs Teaching Assistant to join the specialist SEN provision supporting children with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) in a Hornchurch School. To Start: 13th April 2026 Monday to Friday, 8.30am - 12.30pm with a 15min break (Term time only) The successful candidate will work closely with the class teacher, and SENCO to deliver targeted interventions that support the children’s communication, social intercation, emotional regulation and learning development. This is a rewarding opportunity for someone with experience in ASD provision who is passionate about creating meaningful progress for children with Learning Difficulties. Responsibilities & Requirements: • Provide 1:1 and small group support to children with ASD, following EHCP targets., • Implement structured interventions including: Attention Autism, Lego Therapy and Intensive Interaction., • Support the childrens speech/language and communication development., • Lego Therapy and Intensive Interaction., • Support the childrens speech, language and communication develpoment., • Use visual supports, schedules and sensory strategies to aid the childrens understanding and self-regulation., • Support with personal care, if required, and ensure safeguarding procedures are always followed., • Assist in creating a calm, predictable and supportive learning environment, • Experience supporting children with ASD in an educational, childcare or therapy setting., • Experience/knowledge of Attention Autism, Lego Therapy and Intensive Interation., • An understanding of speech & language communication needs and strategies., • Ability to use visual communication systems ie PECS, Visual timetables and now/next boards., • Calm, patient and adaptable approach., • Strong teamwork and communication skills, • L2/L3 Teaching Assistant, Psychology or SEND qualification. If you are interested in this Special Needs Teaching Assistant role, please call us for a discussion or apply with your CV and a covering letter. This post is subject to a face - face interview, vetting checks including enhanced DBS and full compliance for working with children. We aim to promote and ensure equality of opportunity and equal treatment for all. We adhere to 'Safer Recruitment of Children’ guidance and all staff are fully trained. Apex Education Recruitment is an Equal Opportunities Employer

Health and Social Care Graduate Are you a motivated Graduate looking to begin a rewarding career in education and training? We are seeking a passionate Health and Social Care Graduate to work as a Learning Support Assistant in a special school based in Barking and Dagenham. This is an excellent opportunity for a Graduate who is eager to gain hands-on experience supporting children and young people with additional needs. The role is ideal for anyone considering a long-term career in education and training, psychology, social work, therapy, or related fields. As a Health and Social Care Graduate, you will: Work as a Learning Support Assistant in a specialist school setting Support students with special educational needs (SEN), including autism, ADHD, and complex needs Assist with personalised learning plans Provide emotional, social, and behavioural support Collaborate with teachers, therapists, and support staff Gain invaluable experience within education The school is located in Barking and Dagenham and has a strong reputation for inclusive practice and student-focused support. Working in Barking and Dagenham offers excellent transport links and the opportunity to be part of a supportive local community. Who We're Looking For We are particularly interested in a Health and Social Care Graduate who: Holds a degree in Health and Social Care or a related field Has a genuine passion for supporting vulnerable young people Is patient, empathetic, and resilient Is looking to build a career within special educational needs Is available to work full-time in Barking and Dagenham This Health and Social Care Graduate position is perfect for someone seeking practical experience before progressing into teaching, therapy, or further professional education and training. The role is based in Barking and Dagenham and provides daily exposure to a specialist educational environment. Why Apply? Meaningful and rewarding work in a special school Valuable experience within education Supportive leadership and professional development opportunities Excellent stepping stone for a Graduate pursuing long-term goals If you are a dedicated individual ready to make a real difference as a Learning Support Assistant in a special school, we would love to hear from you. TPBN1_UKTJ

Are you a university graduate looking to make a real difference? Do you have a passion for supporting children with autism and additional needs? Are you patient, empathetic, and eager to help young learners thrive? A welcoming primary school in East London is seeking a dedicated SEN Support Assistant to join their team. This school supports children aged 4–11 with Special Educational Needs (SEN), including autism, communication needs, and sensory processing differences. As an SEN Support Assistant, you will work closely with a small group of pupils, alongside teachers, therapists, and support staff. You’ll play a key role in delivering personalised support that helps each child develop academically, socially, and emotionally. Your role will include: Supporting pupils in their learning and encouraging independence Creating a calm, structured, and positive classroom environment Assisting with tailored interventions for communication and social development Helping manage behaviour positively and supporting emotional wellbeing Providing personal care where required What’s on offer: Valuable hands-on experience in a specialist education setting Training in autism support and communication strategies A strong foundation for careers in Psychology, Speech & Language Therapy, Counselling, Social Work, or Occupational Therapy Position details: Role: SEN Support Assistant Start Date: ASAP Location: East London Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:30am – 3:30pm Pay: £85 – £100 per day Ideal for graduates If you're ready to begin a rewarding career supporting children with additional needs, apply today. All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQs on the Protocol Education website for further details. All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date. Protocol Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with the DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’, this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants. We offer FREE online safeguarding and Prevent Duty training to all our workers. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check and subscribe to the DBS Update Service. Full assistance provided. For details of our privacy policy, please see visit the Protocol Education website