SEN Education and Engagement Specialist

Education Ltd; Hollywater; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

A progressive educational organization in Hampshire is seeking a SEN Education and Engagement Specialist. The role involves providing personalized support to children with special educational needs, using your experience to inspire and engage learners. You will work flexibly, delivering educational sessions tailored to each student's needs. Competitive hourly wage, travel subsidies, and a supportive team culture are offered.

Benefits

Travel subsidy

Resource allowance

Free counselling services

Pension options

Store discounts

Qualifications

• At least 1 year of experience supporting young people with SEN/SEMH needs.
• Background in Early Years, Primary, Secondary, or specialist SEND environments.
• Up-to-date knowledge of safeguarding and child protection.

Responsibilities

• Work 1:1 or 2:1 with children in their homes or specialist settings.
• Plan and deliver personalised educational sessions.
• Engage with students who have autism, ADHD, and other needs.

Skills

Experience with SEND

Teaching or tutoring experience

Compassionate approach

Job description

SEN Education and Engagement Specialist

Department: Recruitment - South

Employment Type: Contract

Location: Bordon, Hampshire

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) 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 Hampshire, supporting children and young people who need 1:1 provision outside mainstream school.

If you\'re passionate about teaching and supporting learners with SEND 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 Hampshire
• 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:

• 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

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