Job Title: Complex Needs Support Assistant
Location: Havering
Pay: £85–£100 per day (PAYE)
Contract: Full-time | Term-time only | Long-term, Temp to Perm opportunity
“Some classrooms don’t speak in words — they speak in trust, stillness, and understanding.”
In a specialist school in Havering, learning takes many forms — often quiet, always meaningful. This is a setting for pupils with profound and multiple learning disabilities (PMLD), many of whom are non-verbal, have complex medical needs, and communicate in highly individual ways.
Here, education is led by connection. Progress isn’t measured in grades but in moments — a glance, a gesture, a sign of calm. Your role will be to notice, support, and provide a safe, consistent presence in an environment built on care and respect.
What You’ll Be Doing:
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Supporting pupils 1:1 or in small groups, working closely with an experienced, nurturing team
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Facilitating sensory-led and therapeutic activities tailored to individual needs
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Aiding communication through approaches such as PECS, eye gaze, visual timetables, and switches
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Assisting with personal care, including feeding, toileting, and hoisting (full training provided)
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Creating a calm and secure atmosphere where pupils feel seen, heard, and valued
Who We’re Looking For:
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No previous classroom experience needed — just empathy, patience, and a willingness to learn
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Particularly suitable for those with backgrounds in care, youth work, support work, or SEND
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Ideal for calm, observant individuals who find purpose in helping others flourish
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Reflective team players who are open to training and committed to providing consistent, thoughtful support
What This School Offers:
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A supportive, well-led environment where staff are genuinely valued
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Continuous professional development and hands-on guidance from day one
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A collaborative, caring culture where no one is left to face challenges alone
Why Join Through Parker Smith Inclusion?
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Specialists in SEND recruitment with a strong focus on values and long-term fit
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PAYE only – no umbrella companies, no hidden deductions
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Dedicated support throughout your placement
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A people-first, honest approach that prioritises wellbeing and development
Interested?
Send your CV to Elisha at elisha@psinclusion.co.uk to learn more or discuss the role in confidence.
Sometimes, the biggest impact comes from the smallest gestures. If that resonates with you, we’d love to hear from you.