Education and Engagement Specialist

Fresh Start in Education; Ilford; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

An educational support provider in the UK seeks proactive individuals to work 1:1 with students with Special Educational Needs (SEN) or Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs. In this role, you will deliver personalized learning sessions tailored to the needs of students, ensuring a creative and engaging learning experience. Competitive hourly rates and a supportive team environment are offered.

Benefits

£25–£35 per hour

Travel subsidy and resource allowance

Free access to counselling services

Dedicated line manager

Pension options and store discounts

Qualifications

• At least 1 year of experience supporting young people with SEND/SEMH needs.
• Background in Primary, Secondary or Specialist SEND environments required.
• Minimum of 2 consistent weekdays available.

Responsibilities

• Deliver personalised, creative educational sessions.
• Engage with students in homes or specialist settings.
• Work flexibly with a compassionate team.

Skills

Experience with SEND or SEMH needs

De-escalation and behaviour management

Education

Experience as teachers, tutors or SEN specialists

Job description

Description

Make a Difference. Be the Fresh Start.

• Do you have experience working with students with SEND or SEMH needs?
• Are you able to deliver education in creative and engaging ways?
• Are you looking for a rewarding role working 1 : 1 with young people who need your help?

At Fresh Start in Education, we’re looking for proactive, person-centred people to design and deliver personalised learning sessions that spark curiosity, confidence and a sense of hope for young people with Special Educational Needs (SEN) or Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs who are currently out of education. Whether it’s going on a trip to the shops to explore Maths, unlocking their imagination through stories and art, or using gaming to uncover the wonders of Science, you’ll inspire students to rediscover the joy of learning in a way that works for them.

If you have the experience, empathy and commitment to transform lives and are looking for a flexible role that allows you to deliver learning in ways that you feel best meet the student’s needs and interests, we would love to hear from you.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Working 1 : 1 or 2 : 1 with children and young people in their homes or specialist settings in Oxfordshire
• Planning and delivering personalised, creative, educational sessions that reflect each learner’s needs, interests and abilities, particularly in Maths and English
• Running sessions during the school day (term time only) that typically last 3 to 5 hours
• Engaging with students who may have autism, ADHD, SEMH needs, GDD or complex needs and helping them achieve outcomes at their pace
• Working flexibly as part of a compassionate, expert-led team that values you and your skills

Who We’re Looking For

We welcome applications from individuals who have :

• Experience (at least 1 year) as teachers, tutors, teaching assistants, SEN specialists and education professionals who have directly supported young people with SEN / SEMH needs
• A background in Primary, Secondary, Functional Skills or Post 16 teaching, or specialist SEND environments
• De‑escalation and behaviour management skills
• A minimum of 2 consistent weekdays available
• An up-to-date knowledge of safeguarding and child protection

What you can expect from Fresh Start in Education

• £25–£35 per hour, depending on experience
• Travel subsidy and £15 per session resource allowance
• Free access to counselling and wellbeing services, pension options and store discounts
• Dedicated line manager, support and inclusion in a supportive, expert team
• Bank staff role (PAYE), offering both short-term and long-term placements

We are the go to provider of alternative education in the UK. As an independent company with over a decade of experience supporting some of the most vulnerable children, young people and young adults throughout the UK we facilitate life changing work in our student’s lives, their families and surrounding communities.

The dedication and compassion of our staff continue to make a lasting difference in the lives of those we serve, helping to shape brighter futures for generations to come. But we can’t do it without you. To find out more about how you can make a difference in the lives of our students call 020 3409 6410. We would love to speak with you.

Due to the nature of the work and our commitment to safeguarding our students, you will be required to undergo thorough background checks including ID, Right to Work and employment checks and will also require an enhanced DBS.