SEN Education and Engagement Specialist

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

Job summary

An educational services provider in Kettering is looking for a SEN Education and Engagement Specialist to provide bespoke support to children and young people out of mainstream education. The role involves delivering personalized sessions and working flexibly with varying hours during term time. Ideal candidates will have experience in SEN and SEMH needs, a commitment to safeguarding, and a willingness to contribute positively to students' lives. Competitive pay of £25-£35 per hour is offered, along with additional perks.

Benefits

Travel subsidy & £15 per day resource allowance

Free access to counselling and wellbeing services

CPD and training opportunities

Qualifications

• Education professionals experienced in Autism, learning disabilities, or challenging behaviour.
• Flexibility to adapt sessions to individual learner needs.
• Minimum 2 consistent weekdays of availability required.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 or 2:1 support to children in suitable settings.
• Deliver creative sessions reflecting learners' needs and interests.
• Work as part of an expert-led team.

Skills

Experience with SEN and SEMH needs

Understanding of safeguarding and child protection

Availability on weekdays

Job description

SEN Education and Engagement Specialist

Department: Recruitment - Midlands

Employment Type: Contract

Location: Kettering, Northamptonshire

Compensation: £25.00 - £35.00 / hour

Description

A new year brings new beginnings — and this could be yours.

Whether you’re stepping into alternative education from mainstream, returning after a break or bringing valuable SEN experience, your skills can transform a young person’s future.

We're currently looking for Education Specialists to join our team in providing bespoke and holistic support to children and young people who are out of mainstream education. If you’re passionate about supporting learners with SEND and want a role where every day makes a difference, we would love to hear from you.

What you’ll be doing

• Providing 1:1 or 2:1 support to children and young people in their homes or a suitable public setting
• Delivering personalised, creative sessions that reflect each learner’s needs, interests and abilities
• Working term-time only, with sessions typically lasting 3 to 5 hours during the school day
• Working flexibly (on a bank staff contract) as part of a compassionate, expert-led team

Who we’re looking for

• Education professionals with SEN and SEMH needs experience, such as Autism, learning disabilities and challenging behaviour
• Those from Early Years, Primary, Secondary or Post-16 backgrounds, including specialist SEND settings (experience with Makaton, PECS and behaviour support is an advantage)
• Individuals with a minimum of 2 consistent weekdays of availability
• Professionals with up-to-date understanding of safeguarding and child protection

What you can expect from Fresh Start in Education

• £25–£35 per hour, depending on experience
• Travel subsidy & £15 per day resource allowance
• Free access to counselling and wellbeing services, pension options and store discounts
• CPD and training opportunities
• Dedicated line manager support
• Bank staff role (PAYE), offering both short-term and long-term placements