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SEN Teaching Assistant – Complex Needs & High-Level Behaviour SupportEast London Full-Time | Lon... SEN Teaching Assistant – Complex Needs & High-Level Behaviour SupportEast London Full-Time | Long-Term | Immediate Start Up to £650 per weekDo you have substantial experience supporting students with extreme behavioural needs?Are you confident working with pupils who can present with violent or highly aggressive behaviours?Are you Team Teach trained and skilled in therapeutic de-escalation under pressure?KPi Education is partnering with a highly specialist SEN provision in East London to recruit an experienced SEN Teaching Assistant / Behaviour Support Assistant for a demanding yet deeply rewarding role.This is not a role for someone new to SEN. You will be working with some of the most complex and high-risk students from High School through to Sixth Form — young people who may present with severe emotional dysregulation, physical aggression, and crisis-level behaviours.About the SchoolThis specialist setting follows a strong therapeutic approach to learning and behaviour management. Relationships, regulation, and restorative practice are at the centre of everything they do.This specialist school unit is attached and on site to a mainstreamThe school is proud to have not permanently excluded a single student in over 25 years. Instead, they invest in: Trauma-informed practiceStructured therapeutic behaviour systemsHighly trained behaviour specialistsIntensive emotional and pastoral support Boundaries are clear and consistent — but always delivered through a therapeutic, relationship-led model.The Role – SEN Teaching Assistant (High-Level Behaviour)You will support pupils aged 11–18 who may present with: Severe and persistent challenging behaviourViolent or physically aggressive incidentsSEMH (Social, Emotional & Mental Health) needsAutism (ASC), ADHD, and PDA profilesTrauma and attachment-related behavioursCrisis behaviours requiring skilled intervention Your responsibilities will include: Providing 1:1 and small-group support in high-risk situationsSafely managing and responding to aggressive or dysregulated behaviourUsing therapeutic de-escalation and structured recovery approachesImplementing detailed behaviour and risk management plansSupporting regulation before, during, and after incidentsWorking closely with teachers, SENCOs, therapists, and pastoral leadersMaintaining a safe, structured, and predictable learning environment This is a physically and emotionally demanding role that requires confidence, experience, and professionalism.Essential Person SpecificationTo be considered, you must have: A degree in Psychology or a related field (Mental Health, Criminology, Education, Sociology)Significant experience supporting pupils with severe or complex behavioural needsTeam Teach training (or equivalent accredited behaviour intervention qualification)Proven experience managing violent or highly aggressive behaviours safelyExperience in an SEN school, SEMH provision, PRU, alternative provision, or youth settingStrong emotional resilience and the ability to remain calm in crisis situations Desirable: Trauma-informed practice experienceStrong knowledge of Autism, ADHD, SEMH, and PDAUnderstanding of safeguarding, therapeutic education, and behaviour frameworks Why Work with KPi Education? Long-term, stable role in a highly specialist SEN provisionOngoing support from a dedicated SEN consultantExcellent progression routes into Educational Psychology, SEMH teaching, behaviour specialism, youth work, and mental health servicesHigh-quality experience across Primary, Secondary, and Sixth FormThe opportunity to make a meaningful impact on young people with the highest levels of need Apply TodayIf you are an experienced SEN Teaching Assistant or Behaviour Support professional with the resilience, skill, and therapeutic mindset to support pupils with the most complex needs, apply today through KPi Education to be considered for this East London role.INDEDU

Graduate Teaching Assistant Walthamstow – East London Calling graduates of Maths, Science, Geography... Graduate Teaching Assistant Walthamstow – East London Calling graduates of Maths, Science, Geography, English and Computer Science At least 6 x vacancies for graduate teaching assistants Ideal roles for future teachers Salaried teacher training route – including a PGCE – available om September 2027 ASAP start Placement for the entire academic year Earn £550 per week plus additional benefits Mon to Fri - 8.30am to 3.45pm Placement for the entire academic yearAre you a high calibre graduate who is interested in a training as a teacher from September 2027?Would you leap at the chance to join a school as a graduate teaching assistant for this academic year?This forward thinking and progressive school are on the hunt for a squad of graduate teaching assistants who are interested in becoming salaried trainee teachers from September 2027. You will have a chance to join this school and understand the ups and the downs of becoming a teacher.Graduate Teaching Assistant InformationPlacement for the entire academic year September start – interviewing soon Support progress and learning in your subject specialism Prepare for the next year of salaried teacher training Work within a positive school environment Good/ Outstanding graded School and Sixth FormGraduate Teaching Assistant You must be/have:1st or 2.1 degree in any of the below subject areas MathsEnglishScience – Biology, Chemistry, Engineering, PhysicsGeographyComputer Science Matching A level and GCSEs are a must Must be able to demonstrate a desire. String interest in training as a teacherClick apply now or contact Phil at KPi Education to learn moreGraduate Teaching Assistant - Walthamstow – East London - Calling graduates of Maths, Science, Geography, English and Computer Science - Ideal roles for future teachers - September start - Placement for the entire academic yearINDEDU

Graduate Teaching Assistant 4x Graduate Teaching Assistant opportunity Grads of Maths, Science, Engl... Graduate Teaching Assistant 4x Graduate Teaching Assistant opportunity Grads of Maths, Science, English and Geography needed Good/ Outstanding graded School and Sixth Form Barking – East London ASAP 2026 start Full time role – Monday to Friday 8.15am to 3.30pm Ideal role for future teachers – salaried teacher training from September 2027 Multiple roles – Maths, English, Geography, Science and more needed Earn £550 per week plus additional benefitsAre you a graduate of Maths, Science, English or Geography who is interested in a career as a teacher?Would you like to join a planned programme as a graduate teaching assistant… with a view to salaried teacher training in September 2027?Do you have a 1st or 2.1 degree from a Top 30 University with matching A level and GCSE’s?Job Description Graduate Teaching Assistant Support academic progress in your subject area/ specialism Work in class and support pupils with barriers to progress With training and experience, support small groups Placement for the entire academic year Monday to Friday 8.30am to 3.30pm Earn £550 per week plus additional benefits Salaried teacher training on offer from September 2027Person Specification Graduate Teaching Assistant Graduates of Maths, Science, English and Geography Grads wanted with 1st and 2:1 degrees from Top 30 Universities Matching A levels and GCSE’s are a must Candidates must be passionate about their subject specialism Must want to train as a teacher from September 2027School Information Graduate Teaching Assistant Good and Outstanding graded School and Sixth Form Barking – East London Part of a Large Academy school group Excellent resources and training opportunities Well behaved student population Positive staff – pupil relations Excellent chances for development and to build a career in teachingClick apply now or contact Phil at KPi Education to learn more Graduate Teaching Assistant - Good/ Outstanding graded School and Sixth Form - Barking – East London – ASAP 2026 startINDEDU

Step-Forward Foster Carer – Supporting Children Transitioning from Residential CareLocation: Denbigh... Step-Forward Foster Carer – Supporting Children Transitioning from Residential CareLocation: Denbighshire Salary: Up to £52,000 / £1000 per week per child, plus additional payments for the child (child allowance, holidays, birthday and other religious celebrations) Employment Type: Full-time | Self-employed Sector: Social Care | Education | HealthcareA Role That Creates Lasting ChangeStep-Forward Fostering with Foster Wales Denbighshire is a highly rewarding role supporting children and young people to successfully transition away from residential care into a stable, nurturing family fostering environment.As a Step-Forward Foster Carer, you would welcome a young person into your home and provide the care, consistency, and guidance they need at a pivotal moment in their life. Many of these children have experienced trauma, loss, or disrupted relationships. With the right support, they can begin to develop the confidence and trust they need to move forward positively.If you’ve worked as a teaching assistant, learning support assistant, or in classroom-based SEN roles, your experience could change a child’s life in ways you never imagined.This is an opportunity to use your experience in a more personal and lasting way, helping a young person feel safe, valued, and part of a family – your family.Who Can Apply to Become a Step-Forward Foster Carer?We welcome enquiries from individuals and/or couples who: Are aged 21 or over (no upper age limit)Have the legal Right to Work in the United KingdomCan provide full-time care (at least one carer available at home)Have at least one spare bedroom dedicated to fosteringHave experience supporting children, young people, or vulnerable adults with complex needsCan offer a solo placement (no other children under 16 in the household)Hold a full driving licence and have access to a suitable vehicleAre willing to register as self-employed Right to WorkAll Foster Carers must have the legal right to work in the UK.You automatically have the right if you are: British or Irish Passport HolderSettled Status under the EU Settlement SchemePre Settled Status under the EU Settlement SchemeGranted Indefinite Leave to Remain permit You will need to prove your right to work with original documents, such as a passport or Home Office documentation before starting an application.What Step Forward Fostering Involves Full-time care for a young person transitioning away from residential careCreating a stable, calm, and predictable home environmentSupport emotional, behavioural and social developmentBuilding strong, trusting relationships over timeWorking alongside social workers, therapists and other professionalsHelping the young person stay connected to their community, education, and other support networks Why Choose Foster Wales Denbighshire? £1000 per week, per child, plus additional payments (child allowance, holidays, birthday and other religious celebrations in line with DfE rates)Other local and national benefits and discounts including 100% Council Tax reduction, membership to FosterTalk and The Fostering Network, BlueLight Card accessUse your skills differently to make a lasting and positive difference to a child or young person leaving residential careTrauma-informed training, guidance and ongoing learning opportunities (both in face-to-face and virtual)As part of your assessment you will complete Denbighshire Skills to Foster Training and Sanctuary Personnel’s Trauma Informed Accredited TrainingBenefit from intensive support both from the local team and other carersConnect with other Foster Carers in the area and access peer networks You will be part of a supportive community, with a team around you focused on helping both you and the young person succeed.Step Forward with Foster Wales DenbighshireThis is an opportunity to make a lasting difference to a young person’s life while using your experience in a meaningful and rewarding way.Find out more about becoming a Step-Forward Foster Carer in Denbighshire.Please Note: Progression is subject to full background checks, assessment, and an independent fostering panel approval.

Title: Step-Forward Foster Carer – Make a Real Difference to a Young Person’s LifeLocation: Cheshire... Title: Step-Forward Foster Carer – Make a Real Difference to a Young Person’s LifeLocation: Cheshire EastEmployer: Cheshire East CouncilSalary: £1000 per week per child, plus additional payments for the child (child allowance, holidays, birthday and religious celebrations)Employment Type: Full-time | Self-employed Sector: Social Care | Education | HealthcareA Role That Changes LivesStep-Forward Fostering is a rewarding role that gives children leaving residential care the chance to move into a safe and nurturing home where they belong. As a Step-Forward Foster Carer with Cheshire East Council, you will welcome a child or sibling group into your home to live as part of your family, offering them stability, guidance and the consistency they need at a key time in their young lives.Many children will have experienced trauma, disruption or separation. By fostering with Cheshire East Council, you can help them remain close to their communities, schools, friends and extended family while building the skills and confidence to move forward.If you've worked as a Teaching Assistant, Learning Support Assistant, or in a classroom-based SEN role, you may already have the patience, resilience, and understanding needed to become a Foster Carer. Step-Forward Fostering allows you to apply your professional or personal skills within your home, helping children experience the security and belonging of family life.You will be supported at every stage, with specialist training, regular supervision and guidance from social workers and therapists, alongside access to peer networks and a dedicated local fostering team.What the Role Involves: Full-time care for a child or sibling group moving from residential careProviding stability, routine, and reassurance within a nurturing homeSupporting the child’s emotional, behavioural, and social developmentWorking closely with social workers, therapists and other professionalsKeeping clear records and providing therapeutic, relationship-based care Helping children maintain family relationships through Family Time Who Can Apply to Become a Step-Forward Foster Carer?We welcome enquiries from individuals and/or couples who: Are aged 21 or over (with no upper age limit)Have the legal Right to Work in the United Kingdom (see definition below)Can provide full-time care for a child or children in their home (at least one carer must be present on a full-time basis if applying as a couple)Have a spare bedroom or bedrooms that can be dedicated to fosteringIdeally have experience supporting children, young people, or adults, particularly those with complex needs or challenging behaviours Do You Have the Right to Work in the United Kingdom?To foster, you must be allowed to work in the United Kingdom. This includes: British or Irish citizensPeople settled or pre-settled under the European Union Settlement SchemeThose with certain visas or indefinite leave to remainAnyone with the right to live and work in the United Kingdom Please Note: You will need to show original documents before you can begin your application to foster.What you can expect as a Step-Forward Foster Carer with Cheshire East Council: In recognition of the complexity and level of commitment required, £52,000 per annum (£1,000 per week) will be paid, with a 50% retainer payable pre-placement.Weekly age-related fostering allowance for the child*Payment for birthday, holiday and religious/cultural celebration*50% skill-based retainer paid from date of approval until child placed Additionally, you will receive access to: Specialist therapeutic training tailored to your experienceOther benefits and discounts such as access to Blue Light Card & FosterTalk24/7 wraparound support & 14-nights of funded respite each year *In-line with age related DFE rates and weekly payment increased annually in line with inflationTake the First Step into Step-Forward Fostering with Cheshire East Council This is your chance to change a young person’s life and experience the profound reward of knowing you helped them believe in their future.This initiative forms part of regional Foster4 recruitment.Please Note: Progression is subject to background checks, assessment, and full fostering panel approval.

Step-Forward Foster Carer – Support Children Transitioning from Residential CareLocation: Conwy Sal... Step-Forward Foster Carer – Support Children Transitioning from Residential CareLocation: Conwy Salary: £1000 per week per child, plus additional payments for the child (child allowance, holidays, birthday and other religious celebrations) Employment Type: Full-time | Self-employed Sector: Social Care | Education | HealthcareA Role That Truly Changes LivesStep-Forward Fostering is a highly rewarding role that supports children leaving residential care to move into a stable and nurturing family home.As an approved Step-Forward Foster Carer, you would welcome a child or sibling group into your home and provide the care, stability, guidance, and consistency they need at a pivotal time in their lives.Many of these children have experienced trauma, disruption, or separation. By fostering with Foster Wales Conwy, you can help children stay connected to their community, schools, friends, and extended family while helping them to develop the confidence and skills to move forward.If you’ve worked as a teaching assistant, learning support assistant, or in classroom-based SEN roles, then you may already have many of the qualities that make an excellent Foster Carer.This role allows you to apply your professional or personal skills in a truly meaningful way, providing a caring and supportive home where children can feel belonging and value as part of a family – your family.Who Can Apply to Become a Step-Forward Foster Carer?We welcome enquiries from individuals and/or couples who: Are aged 21 or over (with no upper age limit)Have the legal Right to Work in the United Kingdom (see definition below)Can provide full-time care for a child or children in their home (at least one carer must be present full-time if applying as a couple)Have a spare bedroom or bedrooms dedicated to fosteringHave experience supporting children, young people, or adults, particularly those with complex needs or challenging behaviours People from many different backgrounds can become successful Foster Carers. What matters most is having patience, empathy, and the ability to provide a caring and dependable home environment for a child or young person who needs it.Do You Have the Right to Work in the United Kingdom?Before you can apply to be a Foster Carer, you must first prove that you are able to work in the United Kingdom. This can be defined as: British or Irish citizensPeople settled or pre-settled under the European Union Settlement SchemeThose with certain visas or indefinite leave to remainAnyone with the legal right to live and work in the United Kingdom Please Note: You will need to show original documents before you can begin your application to foster.What the Role Involves Full-time care for a child or sibling group moving from residential careOffering continued stability, routine, and reassuranceSupport the child’s emotional, behavioural, and social developmentWorking closely with social workers, therapists and other professionalsKeeping clear records and provide therapeutic, nurturing supportEnsuring that the child can maintain important links to their wider family Why Choose Step-Forward Fostering with Foster Wales Conwy? Enhanced fee of £52,000 per annum (equivalent to £1,000 per week)Weekly age-related fostering allowance for the child*Payments for birthday, holiday and religious/cultural celebration*Retainer payment paid from date of approval until child placed and between fostering placements and £500 referral via Care Friends App Additionally, you will receive access to: Therapeutic training tailored to your experienceSupport from a dedicated fostering teamOther benefits and discounts such (up to 100%) Council Tax reduction, Conway Council parking permit, FfIT membership and access Blue Light Card for nationwide discounts *In-line with age related DFE rates and weekly payment increased annually in line with inflationTake the First Step into Fostering with Foster Wales ConwyApply today to learn more about becoming a Step-Forward Foster Carer.Please Note: Progression is subject to background checks, assessment, and full fostering panel approval.Gofalwr Maeth Camu Ymlaen – Cefnogi Plant sy’n Symud o Ofal PreswylLleoliad: Conwy Cyflogwr: Maethu Cymru Conwy Cyflog: £1000 yr wythnos fesul plentyn, a thaliadau ychwanegol ar gyfer y plentyn (lwfans plentyn, gwyliau, dathliadau pen-blwydd a dathliadau crefyddol eraill) Math o Gyflogaeth: Llawn amser | Hunangyflogedig Sector: Gofal Cymdeithasol | Addysg | Gofal IechydSwydd sydd Wir yn Newid BywydauMae Maethu Camu Ymlaen yn waith sy’n llawn gwobr, yn cefnogi plant sy’n gadael gofal preswyl i symud i gartref teuluol sefydlog.Fel Gofalwr Maeth Camu Ymlaen a gymeradwywyd, byddech yn croesawu plentyn neu grŵp brodyr a chwiorydd i’ch cartref a darparu’r gofal, sefydlogrwydd, arweiniad a’r cysondeb maent eu hangen ar amser allweddol yn eu bywydau.Mae nifer o’r plant hyn wedi cael profiad o drawma, tarfu, neu wahanu. Trwy faethu gyda Maethu Cymru Conwy, gallwch helpu plant i gadw’r cysylltiad â’u cymuned, ysgol, ffrindiau a theulu estynedig wrth eu helpu i ddatblygu’r hyder a’r sgiliau i symud ymlaen.Os oes gennych brofiad o gefnogi plant, pobl ifanc, neu oedolion, yn arbennig y rhai sydd ag anghenion cymhleth neu heriol, yna efallai y bydd gennych eisoes nifer o’r nodweddion sy’n gwneud Gofalwr Maeth gwych.Mae’r gwaith yn caniatáu i chi ddefnyddio eich sgiliau proffesiynol neu bersonol mewn ffordd hollol ystyrlon, gan ddarparu cartref gofalgar a chefnogol ble gall plant deimlo eu bod yn perthyn ac yn cael eu gwerthfawrogi fel rhan o deulu - eich teulu chi.Pwy all Wneud Cais i Ddod yn Ofalwr Maeth Camu Ymlaen?Rydym yn croesawu ymholiadau gan unigolion a/neu gyplau sydd: Yn 21 neu hŷn (heb unrhyw uchafswm oedran)Yn meddu ar Hawl Cyfreithiol i weithio yn y Deyrnas Unedig (gweler y diffiniad isod)Yn gallu darparu gofal llawn amser i blentyn neu blant yn eu cartref (rhaid i o leiaf un gofalwr fod yn bresennol yn llawn amser os gwneir cais fel cwpl)Ag ystafell wely neu ystafelloedd gwely sbâr yn benodol ar gyfer maethuProfiad o gefnogi plant, pobl ifanc neu oedolion, yn arbennig y rhai sydd ag anghenion cymhleth neu ymddygiad heriol Gall pobl o nifer o gefndiroedd gwahanol ddod yn Ofalwyr Maeth llwyddiannus. Beth sydd bwysicaf yw bod ag amynedd, empathi a’r gallu i gynnig cartref gofalgar a dibynadwy i blentyn neu unigolyn ifanc sydd ei angen.Oes Gennych yr Hawl i Weithio yn y Deyrnas UnedigCyn i chi wneud cais i fod yn Ofalwr Maeth, rhaid i chi brofi’n gyntaf eich bod yn gallu gweithio yn y Deyrnas Unedig. Gellir diffinio hyn fel: Dinasyddion Prydeinig neu WyddeligPobl sydd â statws sefydlog neu cyn-sefydlog o dan Gynllun Preswylio’n Sefydlog yr Undeb EwropeaiddRhai sydd â fisas penodol neu ganiatâd amhenodol i arosUnrhyw un sydd â’r hawl cyfreithiol i fyw a gweithio yn y Deyrnas Unedig Sylwer: Bydd angen i chi ddangos dogfennau gwreiddiol cyn i chi ddechrau eich cais i faethu.Beth mae'r Gwaith yn ei Olygu Gofal llawn amser am blentyn neu grŵp brodyr a chwiorydd sy’n symud o ofal preswylCynnig sefydlogrwydd, trefn a sicrwydd parhausCefnogi datblygiad emosiynol, ymddygiadol a chymdeithasol y plentynGweithio’n agos gyda gweithwyr cymdeithasol, therapyddion a gweithwyr proffesiynol eraillCadw cofnodion clir a darparu cefnogaeth therapiwtig, meithringarSicrhau bod y plentyn yn gallu cynnal cysylltiadau pwysig gyda’u teulu ehangach Pam Dewis Maethu Camu Ymlaen gyda Maethu Cymru Conwy? Ffi uwch o £52,000 y flwyddyn (cyfwerth â £1,000 yr wythnos)Lwfans maethu wythnosol yn gysylltiedig ag oedran ar gyfer y plentyn*Taliadau ar gyfer dathliad pen-blwydd, gwyliau a chrefyddol/diwylliannol*Taliad cadw o’r dyddiad cymeradwyo nes bod y plentyn yn cyrraedd a rhwng lleoliadau maethu a £500 am atgyfeiriad trwy Ap Care Friends Hefyd, byddwch yn cael mynediad at: Hyfforddiant therapiwtig wedi ei deilwra i’ch profiadCefnogaeth gan dîm maethu pwrpasolBuddion a gostyngiadau eraill megis (hyd at 100%) o ostyngiad yn Nhreth y Cyngor, trwydded barcio Cyngor Conwy, aelodaeth FfIT a mynediad at Gerdyn Blue Light ar gyfer gostyngiadau cenedlaethol *Yn unol â chyfraddau DFE yn gysylltiedig ag oedran a thaliad wythnosol yn cynyddu’n flynyddol yn unol â chwyddiantCymerwch y Cam Cyntaf at Faethu gyda Maethu Cymru ConwyGwnewch gais heddiw i ddysgu mwy am fod yn Ofalwr Maeth Camu Ymlaen.Sylwer: Mae symud ymlaen yn amodol ar wiriadau cefndir, asesiad a chymeradwyaeth lawn y panel maethu.

Title: Step-Forward Foster Carer – Make a Real Difference to a Young Person’s LifeLocation: Cheshire... Title: Step-Forward Foster Carer – Make a Real Difference to a Young Person’s LifeLocation: Cheshire EastEmployer: Cheshire East CouncilSalary: £1000 per week per child, plus additional payments for the child (child allowance, holidays, birthday and religious celebrations)Employment Type: Full-time | Self-employed Sector: Social Care | Education | HealthcareA Role That Changes LivesStep-Forward Fostering is a rewarding role that gives children leaving residential care the chance to move into a safe and nurturing home where they belong. As a Step-Forward Foster Carer with Cheshire East Council, you will welcome a child or sibling group into your home to live as part of your family, offering them stability, guidance and the consistency they need at a key time in their young lives.Many children will have experienced trauma, disruption or separation. By fostering with Cheshire East Council, you can help them remain close to their communities, schools, friends and extended family while building the skills and confidence to move forward.If you’ve worked as a teaching assistant, learning support assistant, or in classroom-based SEN roles, then you may already have many of the qualities that make an excellent Foster Carer.Step-Forward Fostering allows you to apply your professional or personal skills within your home, helping children experience the security and belonging of family life.You will be supported at every stage, with specialist training, regular supervision and guidance from social workers and therapists, alongside access to peer networks and a dedicated local fostering team.What the Role Involves: Full-time care for a child or sibling group moving from residential careProviding stability, routine, and reassurance within a nurturing homeSupporting the child’s emotional, behavioural, and social developmentWorking closely with social workers, therapists and other professionalsKeeping clear records and providing therapeutic, relationship-based care Helping children maintain family relationships through Family Time Who Can Apply to Become a Step-Forward Foster Carer?We welcome enquiries from individuals and/or couples who: Are aged 21 or over (with no upper age limit)Have the legal Right to Work in the United Kingdom (see definition below)Can provide full-time care for a child or children in their home (at least one carer must be present on a full-time basis if applying as a couple)Have a spare bedroom or bedrooms that can be dedicated to fosteringIdeally have experience supporting children, young people, or adults, particularly those with complex needs or challenging behaviours Do You Have the Right to Work in the United Kingdom?To foster, you must be allowed to work in the United Kingdom. This includes: British or Irish citizensPeople settled or pre-settled under the European Union Settlement SchemeThose with certain visas or indefinite leave to remainAnyone with the right to live and work in the United Kingdom Please Note: You will need to show original documents before you can begin your application to foster.What you can expect as a Step-Forward Foster Carer with Cheshire East Council: In recognition of the complexity and level of commitment required, £52,000 per annum (£1,000 per week) will be paid, with a 50% retainer payable pre-placement.Weekly age-related fostering allowance for the child*Payment for birthday, holiday and religious/cultural celebration*50% skill-based retainer paid from date of approval until child placed Additionally, you will receive access to: Specialist therapeutic training tailored to your experienceOther benefits and discounts such as access to Blue Light Card & FosterTalk24/7 wraparound support & 14-nights of funded respite each year *In-line with age related DFE rates and weekly payment increased annually in line with inflationTake the First Step into Step-Forward Fostering with Cheshire East Council This is your chance to change a young person’s life and experience the profound reward of knowing you helped them believe in their future.This initiative forms part of regional Foster4 recruitment.Please Note: Progression is subject to background checks, assessment, and full fostering panel approval.

Title: Step-Forward Foster Carer – Make a Real Difference to a Young Person’s LifeLocation: Cheshire... Title: Step-Forward Foster Carer – Make a Real Difference to a Young Person’s LifeLocation: Cheshire EastEmployer: Cheshire East CouncilSalary: £1000 per week per child, plus additional payments for the child (child allowance, holidays, birthday and religious celebrations)Employment Type: Full-time | Self-employed Sector: Social Care | Education | HealthcareA Role That Changes LivesStep-Forward Fostering is a rewarding role that gives children leaving residential care the chance to move into a safe and nurturing home where they belong. As a Step-Forward Foster Carer with Cheshire East Council, you will welcome a child or sibling group into your home to live as part of your family, offering them stability, guidance and the consistency they need at a key time in their young lives.Many children will have experienced trauma, disruption or separation. By fostering with Cheshire East Council, you can help them remain close to their communities, schools, friends and extended family while building the skills and confidence to move forward.Whether you’ve worked as a teaching assistant, learning support assistant, or in classroom-based SEN roles, your experience could change a child’s life in ways you never imagined. Step-Forward Fostering allows you to apply your professional or personal skills within your home, helping children experience the security and belonging of family life.You will be supported at every stage, with specialist training, regular supervision and guidance from social workers and therapists, alongside access to peer networks and a dedicated local fostering team.What the Role Involves: Full-time care for a child or sibling group moving from residential careProviding stability, routine, and reassurance within a nurturing homeSupporting the child’s emotional, behavioural, and social developmentWorking closely with social workers, therapists and other professionalsKeeping clear records and providing therapeutic, relationship-based care Helping children maintain family relationships through Family Time Who Can Apply to Become a Step-Forward Foster Carer?We welcome enquiries from individuals and/or couples who: Are aged 21 or over (with no upper age limit)Have the legal Right to Work in the United Kingdom (see definition below)Can provide full-time care for a child or children in their home (at least one carer must be present on a full-time basis if applying as a couple)Have a spare bedroom or bedrooms that can be dedicated to fosteringIdeally have experience supporting children, young people, or adults, particularly those with complex needs or challenging behaviours Do You Have the Right to Work in the United Kingdom?To foster, you must be allowed to work in the United Kingdom. This includes: British or Irish citizensPeople settled or pre-settled under the European Union Settlement SchemeThose with certain visas or indefinite leave to remainAnyone with the right to live and work in the United Kingdom Please Note: You will need to show original documents before you can begin your application to foster.What you can expect as a Step-Forward Foster Carer with Cheshire East Council: In recognition of the complexity and level of commitment required, £52,000 per annum (£1,000 per week) will be paid, with a 50% retainer payable pre-placement.Weekly age-related fostering allowance for the child*Payment for birthday, holiday and religious/cultural celebration*50% skill-based retainer paid from date of approval until child placed Additionally, you will receive access to: Specialist therapeutic training tailored to your experienceOther benefits and discounts such as access to Blue Light Card & FosterTalk24/7 wraparound support & 14-nights of funded respite each year *In-line with age related DFE rates and weekly payment increased annually in line with inflationTake the First Step into Step-Forward Fostering with Cheshire East Council This is your chance to change a young person’s life and experience the profound reward of knowing you helped them believe in their future.This initiative forms part of regional Foster4 recruitment.Please Note: Progression is subject to background checks, assessment, and full fostering panel approval.

Russell Group Graduate Teaching Assistant Outstanding graded Secondary School & Sixth Form Tower... Russell Group Graduate Teaching Assistant Outstanding graded Secondary School & Sixth Form Tower Hamlets – East, Central London ASAP interview and September start Looking for Maths/ Science/ Engineering graduates Monday to Friday – 8.15am to 3.45pm Earn £510 - £550 per week Placement for the remainder of this academic yearAre you a graduate of maths, science or engineering – with a 1st or 2:1 degree from a Russell Group University?Would a long-term role as a graduate teaching assistant, in an outstanding graded school, be an ideal opportunity to discover if education is the right path for you?This amazing school and sixth form have a long-term post that will ideally suit a high calibre graduate who is thinking about teaching/ education as a long-term career – perhaps teacher training is on the horizon.Click Apply Now or contact Phil at KPi Education to learn more about this Rusell Group graduate teaching assistant opportunity.Job Description Russell Group Graduate Teaching Assistant Long term graduate teaching assistant opportunity ASAP interview Multiple roles – all to start ASAP Support Maths/ Science pupils Offer in class support to pupils aged 11-18 yrs Form study groups in the approach to exam season Support those applying to Universities/ further education Support those struggling with the curriculum Make meaningful interventions with targeted learners Monday to Friday – 8.15am to 3.45pm Earn £510 to £550 per week plus additional benefitsPerson Specification Russell Group Graduate Teaching Assistant Looking for graduates of Maths, Science, Engineering or related subjects Ideally from a Russell Group University Must have a 1st or 2:1 degree Matching A Levels and GCSE’s Ideal opportunity for a graduate who is considering salaried teacher trainingSchool Information Russell Group Graduate Teaching Assistant Outstanding graded School and Sixth Form Excellent pupil progress and levels of attainment Tower Hamlets, East London 8 Mins from Liverpool Street Very close to Whitechapel Tube station High levels of under privileged pupils Excellent community relations Bright and positive place of work and learningRussell Group Graduate Teaching Assistant - Outstanding graded Secondary School & Sixth Form - Tower Hamlets – East, Central London - ASAP interview and start - Looking for Maths/ Science/ Engineering graduates - Monday to Friday – 8.15am to 3.45pm - Placement for the remainder of this academic yearINDEDU

Graduate SEN Teaching Assistant£25,000–£30,000 per annum | Minimum £550 per week equivalent | Full-T... Graduate SEN Teaching Assistant£25,000–£30,000 per annum | Minimum £550 per week equivalent | Full-Time | 2026/27 Academic YearAre you a Psychology, Education or related graduate looking for meaningful experience supporting young people with additional needs?Do you have ambitions to become an SEN Teacher, Educational Psychologist or specialist education professional?Would a full academic year inside a specialist school give you the practical experience your future career needs?KPI Education is recruiting an ambitious and compassionate Graduate SEN Teaching Assistant to join a specialist school in Sheffield.This is not simply an opportunity to add school experience to your CV.You'll work directly with young people with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND), developing an understanding of how individualised support, communication strategies and specialist teaching can help pupils overcome barriers and achieve meaningful progress.Graduate SEN Teaching Assistant – The Opportunity £25,000–£30,000 per annumAlternatively, an equivalent weekly rate of minimum £550 per weekFull-time position throughout the 2026/27 academic yearGain substantial, hands-on SEND experienceSupport pupils with EHCPs and additional learning needsDeliver structured 1:1 and small-group interventionsSupport academic, social and emotional developmentHelp pupils develop greater confidence and independenceDevelop your understanding of barriers to learningLearn how to adapt communication for individual pupilsWork alongside experienced SEN teachers and specialist professionalsGain valuable experience for future Educational Psychology applicationsExcellent preparation for SEN teacher training or postgraduate study A School Where Progress Looks DifferentThis specialist Sheffield school understands that success isn't measured in exactly the same way for every young person.For one pupil, progress could mean achieving an academic target. For another, it could be communicating independently, developing emotional regulation or successfully engaging with learning.You'll become an important part of helping pupils achieve those individual milestones.Your day could involve supporting a pupil through a personalised learning programme, delivering a targeted intervention, helping a young person regulate their emotions or adapting classroom activities to make learning more accessible.You'll learn to observe behaviour, recognise individual needs and understand why different approaches work for different pupils.For an aspiring Educational Psychologist or SEN Teacher, that experience can be invaluable.Who Are We Looking For?Applications are particularly encouraged from graduates in:Psychology | Education | Childhood Studies | Neuroscience | Linguistics | Sociology | Science | English and related disciplinesA 2:1 or First-Class degree is highly desirable.Previous SEND experience is beneficial but isn't essential.More importantly, you'll need patience, resilience, emotional maturity and excellent communication skills. You'll need to celebrate small victories, remain consistent when situations are challenging and genuinely want to understand the young people you're supporting.Turn Your Degree Into Meaningful ExperienceIf your future lies in Educational Psychology, SEN teaching, child development or specialist education, this is an opportunity to start building the experience behind that ambition.Send your CV to Ryan at KPI Education today to apply for this Graduate SEN Teaching Assistant opportunity in Sheffield.Interviews are being arranged now – strong graduates serious about a career within SEND are encouraged to apply immediately.INDEDU

Graduate SEN Teaching Assistant£25,000–£30,000 per annum | Minimum £550 per week equivalent | Full-T... Graduate SEN Teaching Assistant£25,000–£30,000 per annum | Minimum £550 per week equivalent | Full-Time | 2026/27 Academic YearAre you a Psychology, Education or related graduate fascinated by how children learn, communicate and develop?Could you see your future as an SEN Teacher, Educational Psychologist or another specialist supporting young people with additional needs?Want hands-on experience that goes far beyond a conventional Teaching Assistant position?KPI Education is recruiting a compassionate and ambitious Graduate SEN Teaching Assistant to join a specialist school in Manchester.This is an exceptional opportunity for a graduate who wants to build a career within SEND, Educational Psychology or specialist education and needs meaningful experience working directly with young people.You'll become part of a multidisciplinary environment where education is tailored around the individual, giving you first-hand experience of how specialist professionals work together to help pupils progress.Graduate SEN Teaching Assistant – The Opportunity £25,000–£30,000 per annumAlternatively, an equivalent weekly rate of minimum £550 per weekFull-time position throughout the 2026/27 academic yearGain extensive, practical SEND experienceProvide structured 1:1 and small-group supportWork with pupils with EHCPs and additional learning needsSupport academic, social and emotional developmentDevelop your understanding of different barriers to learningHelp pupils develop communication, confidence and independenceWork alongside experienced SEN teachers and specialist professionalsGain valuable experience for future Educational Psychology applicationsExcellent foundation for SEN teacher training and related postgraduate study A Specialist Environment Where Every Step MattersThis Manchester specialist school provides an individualised approach to education for young people who require additional support to thrive.Success here isn't always measured by an examination grade.It can be a pupil communicating a need independently, managing a challenging situation differently, engaging successfully with a lesson or achieving something they previously found impossible.As a Graduate SEN Teaching Assistant, you'll play a direct role in those moments.Your day could involve supporting an individual pupil through their learning programme, delivering a structured intervention, helping with communication and emotional regulation or working alongside specialist staff to implement personalised strategies.You'll learn to observe progress, adapt your communication and understand why different approaches work for different young people.Who Are We Looking For?Applications are particularly welcomed from graduates in:Psychology | Education | Childhood Studies | Neuroscience | Linguistics | Sociology | English | Science and related disciplinesA 2:1 or First-Class degree is highly desirable.Previous SEND experience is beneficial but not essential. More important is your patience, emotional maturity, resilience, reliability and genuine interest in understanding young people.Aspiring Educational Psychologist or SEN Teacher?If your long-term ambition involves Educational Psychology, SEN teaching, child development or specialist education, relevant experience matters.This is your opportunity to spend an academic year developing it every day.Send your CV to Ryan at KPI Education today to apply for this Graduate SEN Teaching Assistant opportunity in Manchester.Interviews are being arranged now – ambitious graduates serious about a career within SEND are encouraged to apply immediately.INDEDU

Graduate Unqualified Teacher – Watford£26,000–£30,000 per annum | Minimum £550 per week equivalent |... Graduate Unqualified Teacher – Watford£26,000–£30,000 per annum | Minimum £550 per week equivalent | Full-Time | 2026/27 Academic YearAre you a confident graduate who feels ready to take on more responsibility than a traditional Teaching Assistant role?Could you turn your subject knowledge into engaging lessons and command the attention of a secondary classroom?Want to gain genuine teaching experience before progressing towards Qualified Teacher Status?KPI Education is recruiting ambitious graduates to join a successful and forward-thinking secondary school in Watford as Graduate Unqualified Teachers.This opportunity is designed for graduates who already have teaching firmly on their radar and want to accelerate their classroom experience.Rather than spending the year purely supporting lessons, you'll be developed towards planning, delivering and leading lessons yourself, with guidance from experienced teachers and subject leaders.Graduate Unqualified Teacher – The Opportunity £26,000–£30,000 per annumAlternatively, an equivalent weekly rate of minimum £550 per weekFull-time position throughout the 2026/27 academic yearWork predominantly within your degree subjectSupport and teach pupils across KS3 and KS4Gain genuine experience leading a classroomDeliver interventions and small-group tuitionSupport GCSE pupils with examination preparationDevelop lesson planning and curriculum knowledgeBuild strong behaviour and classroom management skillsLearn how to assess work and monitor pupil progressReceive mentoring from experienced teachers and Heads of DepartmentPotential pathway towards teacher training and QTS A School That Develops Future TeachersBased in Watford, this ambitious secondary school combines strong academic expectations with a supportive approach to developing staff.The school recognises that excellent teachers aren't created overnight.You'll initially spend time observing strong classroom practitioners, understanding behaviour expectations and learning how successful lessons are structured.As you develop, so will your responsibility.You could progress from supporting individual pupils and small groups to delivering sections of lessons, providing classroom cover and eventually taking responsibility for planned lessons under the guidance of qualified teachers.For a graduate serious about teaching, this offers something a conventional TA position simply cannot: the opportunity to start developing your own classroom practice.Who Are We Looking For?Applications are particularly encouraged from graduates in:Mathematics | English | Biology | Chemistry | Physics | History | Geography | Languages | Computer Science | Business | EconomicsA 2:1 or First-Class degree is highly desirable, alongside strong subject knowledge and a good academic background.Previous school experience is advantageous but not essential.More importantly, you'll need to be confident, articulate, resilient and comfortable taking responsibility. You should be able to explain challenging ideas clearly while building positive professional relationships with young people.Ready to Move From Graduate to Teacher?If you already know that teaching could be your career, don't spend a year simply watching from the sidelines.Send your CV to Ryan at KPI Education today to apply for this Graduate Unqualified Teacher opportunity in Watford.Interviews are being arranged now – ambitious graduates serious about becoming teachers are encouraged to apply immediately.INDEDU

Graduate Academic Mentor – Islington, North London £25,000–£30,000 per annum | Minimum £550 per week... Graduate Academic Mentor – Islington, North London £25,000–£30,000 per annum | Minimum £550 per week equivalent | Full-Time | September 2026Are you a high-achieving graduate who wants to turn your academic success into a career in education?Could you inspire ambitious secondary pupils to raise their grades, confidence and aspirations?Want a full academic year of meaningful school experience before progressing into teacher training, Educational Psychology or another education-focused career?KPI Education is recruiting an exceptional Graduate Academic Mentor to join an ambitious secondary school and sixth form in Islington, North London.This is not a conventional Teaching Assistant position.The school wants an academically strong graduate who can become a role model, mentor and source of inspiration for young people while gaining outstanding experience for their own future career.Graduate Academic Mentor – The Opportunity £25,000–£30,000 per annumAlternatively, an equivalent weekly rate of a minimum £550 per weekFull-time position throughout the 2026/27 academic yearSupport pupils across KS3, GCSE and potentially A-LevelDeliver targeted 1:1 and small-group academic interventionsWork predominantly within your degree specialism where possibleSupport pupils targeting the highest GCSE gradesMentor students considering Russell Group and competitive universitiesDevelop revision, examination and independent study strategiesLearn directly from experienced teachers and senior leadersGain exposure to lesson planning, assessment and curriculum deliveryExcellent preparation for teacher training from September 2027 A School Where Ambition Matters Located in Islington, this successful and diverse secondary school combines high academic expectations with a genuine commitment to widening opportunity.The school wants pupils to think beyond their current circumstances and consider university, professional careers and opportunities they may not previously have thought possible.Graduates play an important part in that culture.Rather than spending the year standing at the back of classrooms, you'll be encouraged to use your own academic journey to challenge, motivate and raise aspirations.You could spend your morning helping Year 11 pupils prepare for GCSE examinations before mentoring a high-achieving student considering a competitive university application. Later, you might lead an intervention for pupils who have the ability to achieve more but need additional confidence and direction.Who Are We Looking For? Applications are particularly welcomed from graduates in:English | Mathematics | Science | History | Geography | Languages | Psychology | Humanities | STEMA 2:1 or First-Class degree is highly desirable.Previous school experience isn't essential. What matters is that you're academically strong, articulate, ambitious and able to build positive relationships with young people.Could This Launch Your Career in Education? If you're considering becoming a teacher, Educational Psychologist, SEN professional or future education leader, a full academic year inside an ambitious school could be exactly the experience you need.Send your CV to Ryan at KPI Education today.Interviews are being arranged now – strong graduates are encouraged to apply immediately.INDEDU

Specialist Therapeutic Foster Carer – Safeguarding OfficerReady for a Change? Use Your Skills to Tra... Specialist Therapeutic Foster Carer – Safeguarding OfficerReady for a Change? Use Your Skills to Transform a Child’s LifeLocation: PeterboroughSalary: £62,000 per year (plus additional allowances)Is it Time to Use Your Skills Differently?Every child deserves to feel safe, valued, and part of a family. Right now, a young person in Peterborough is living in residential care and needs someone who can help them take the next step into a stable, nurturing home where they can heal and thrive. This is part of a specialist therapeutic fostering programme, supporting children and young people in the cohort who need a safe family environment. If you have experience supporting children and families or vulnerable adults through challenges, safeguarding concerns, or complex situations—you already have the skills to change a child’s future. This role is not about simply providing a bed. It is about offering consistency, empathy, and the belief that life can get better.To foster in the UK, you must meet all of the following requirements: Be 21 years of age or overHave a spare, dedicated bedroom in your homeHave experience supporting children, young people, or vulnerable adults (professionally or personally)Be a British citizen or hold Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) in the UK If you do not meet all of the above criteria, please do not apply, as your application will not be progressedWhy Choose Specialist Therapeutic Fostering?This specialist route is for people who want to make a profound difference. You will work as part of a trauma-informed team, helping children transition out of residential care into a safe family environment where they can build trust, resilience, and independence.This role offers you the chance to transform a child’s life while experiencing something life-changing yourself. You've spent your career protecting vulnerable children and supporting families. Now you could make an even bigger difference in a child's life as a Foster Carer.What You Will Receive as a Specialist Therapeutic Foster Carer £62,000 per year plus £1,000 additional allowances for holidays and birthdaysUp to 28 days respite each yearSpecialist trauma-informed training and ongoing professional developmentClinical supervision and 24/7 out-of-hours supportPeer support networks, including access to the Mockingbird Constellation modelMembership of The Fostering NetworkBe part of a local fostering team that knows and values its carers Could This Be You?We are looking for individuals or couples who: Live in Peterborough or the surrounding areaCan offer a dedicated bedroom for fostering a young personHave experience supporting children with emotional, behavioural, or developmental needs in a residential care settingAre resilient, nurturing, and open to learningCan provide full-time care (at least one person at home if applying as a couple)Ideally, you will have no children under 12 living at home. Exceptions may apply depending on the child’s needs. Please note – fostering requires you to register as self-employed. You will be responsible for managing your own tax affairs and maintaining the necessary records related to the role.Is it Time for a Change?This is your opportunity to use your teaching assistant skills in a way that truly matters. You will make a difference to a child, to your community, and to yourself.Apply now to speak with our team and take the first step toward becoming a Specialist Therapeutic Foster Carer.

Graduate SEN Teaching Assistant ASAP Start | Full Time | £550–£650 per week | SheffieldAre you a gra... Graduate SEN Teaching Assistant ASAP Start | Full Time | £550–£650 per week | SheffieldAre you a graduate looking to start a rewarding career in education, with a particular interest in supporting children and young people with additional needs?KPI Education is working with high-performing specialist schools in Sheffield to recruit dedicated SEN Teaching Assistants for full-time, long-term positions.You’ll gain hands-on experience in a specialist setting, working alongside experienced SEN teachers and a multidisciplinary team of therapy professionals.The school provides highly personalised education for pupils with a range of additional needs, including Autism (ASD), speech, language and communication difficulties, moderate to complex learning needs, sensory needs, and associated social and emotional needs.The Role As a SEN Teaching Assistant, you will help pupils overcome barriers to learning and make meaningful academic, social and personal progress.Your responsibilities will include: Providing 1:1 and small-group support across Secondary and Post-16 settings. Supporting pupils with a range of additional learning and communication needs. Assisting with personalised lessons, activities and individual learning programmes. Developing pupils’ communication, social interaction and emotional regulation skills. Supporting pupils to work towards their individual EHCP outcomes and learning targets. Encouraging independence, confidence and positive engagement with learning. Working collaboratively with teachers, therapists and the wider multidisciplinary team. Observing pupil progress and contributing to assessments, reviews and reports. Supporting pupils during transitions, breaktimes, enrichment activities and learning outside the classroom. Helping to create a safe, structured and nurturing environment where pupils can thrive. About You We are looking for individuals who are passionate about making a difference to children and young people with additional needs.The ideal candidate will have: Previous experience supporting children or young people with SEN, Autism or additional needs. A degree (First Class or 2:1) in teaching, psychology, educational psychology, Speech and Language Therapy, Occupational Therapy or a related field. Experience in education, care, youth work, residential support or another people-focused environment. Strong communication and relationship-building skills. A calm, patient and empathetic approach. Resilience and consistency when supporting pupils with complex needs. A proactive attitude and genuine commitment to helping young people reach their potential. A willingness to learn and develop within a specialist SEN setting. Previous school experience is desirable but not essential. Training and support will be provided for candidates with relevant transferable experience and the right attitude.What You’ll Gain This is an excellent opportunity to build valuable experience within specialist education while working alongside experienced teaching and therapy professionals.You will benefit from: Ongoing training and professional development. Experience working within a multidisciplinary team. Exposure to specialist SEN teaching and support strategies. Strong foundations for future careers in teaching, psychology, Speech and Language Therapy, Occupational Therapy or SEN education. The opportunity to make a genuine difference to pupils’ confidence, independence, communication and development. If you’re passionate about supporting young people and ready to take the next step towards a rewarding career in SEN education, apply now with your CV and cover letter.INDEDU