SEN Education and Engagement Specialist

Education Ltd; Bicester; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading education provider is seeking a SEN Education and Engagement Specialist in Bicester, England. This role involves working one-on-one with children needing support outside of mainstream schooling. Ideal candidates will have experience in supporting young individuals with special educational needs, particularly those with emotional and mental health challenges. The position offers competitive hourly rates and requires a commitment to student welfare.

Benefits

Travel subsidy

Counselling and wellbeing services

Resource allowance of £15 per session

Store discounts

Supportive team environment

Qualifications

• At least 1 year of experience in a related educational role.
• Familiarity with safeguarding and child protection.
• Knowledge of Makaton or PECS is an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Work with children and young people in their homes or specialist settings.
• Plan and deliver creative educational sessions.
• Engage with students with various needs.

Skills

Experience working with SEN/SEMH needs

Creative educational planning

Flexibility in working settings

Job description

SEN Education and Engagement Specialist

Department: Recruitment - South

Employment Type: Contract

Location: Bicester, Oxfordshire

Compensation: £25.00 - £35.00 / hour

Description

Use your experience to inspire the next generation. Whether you're starting your career in alternative education or bringing years of special educational needs (SEN) or social, emotional and mental health (SEMH) needs experience into a new role, your knowledge, care and commitment can change a young person’s life.

We’re now recruiting for the 2025/2026 academic year and have flexible teaching opportunities across Oxfordshire, supporting children and young people who need 1:1 provision outside mainstream school.

If you're passionate about teaching and supporting learners with SEN/SEMH needs and want to make a meaningful difference, this could be the perfect fit for 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 Early Years, Primary, Secondary, Functional Skills or Post 16 teaching, or specialist SEND environments
• A minimum of 2 consistent weekdays available
• An up-to-date knowledge of safeguarding and child protection

Familiarity with Makaton, PECS or other communication strategies is an advantage, as are de-escalation and behaviour management skills.

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