The Role
Provide 1:1 or 2:1 bespoke learning sessions for children and young people outside mainstream education, monitor and report progress, set achievable targets, conduct risk assessments, follow safeguarding/child protection procedures, and work flexibly as bank staff (term-time), traveling to students' homes or public settings for 3–5 hour sessions.
Summary Generated by Built In
Can you inspire hope for the most vulnerable young people?
Whether you’re stepping into alternative education from mainstream, returning after a break or bringing years of 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
- Monitoring and reporting on student progress after each session and setting clear, achievable targets to support ongoing development
- Conducting risk assessments and ensuring safeguarding procedures are followed
- Working flexibly (on a bank staff contract) and term-time only, with sessions typically lasting 3 to 5 hours during the school day
Who we’re looking for
- Education professionals with SEN and SEMH needs experience
- Those from 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
About
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 young people. We facilitate life changing work in our students' lives, their families and surrounding communities.We are proud to be recognised as a Sunday Times Best Place to Work and have achieved a Gold level “We invest in people” accreditation from Investors in People, reflecting our commitment to creating a supportive, values-led culture where people feel trusted and empowered to do their best work for the young people we serve.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.
Skills Required
- Experience supporting learners with SEN and SEMH needs
- Background in Primary, Secondary or Post-16 education or specialist SEND settings
- Experience with Makaton, PECS and behaviour support
- Minimum availability of two consistent weekdays
- Up-to-date understanding of safeguarding and child protection
- Willingness and ability to provide 1:1 or 2:1 support in students' homes or suitable public settings
- Enhanced DBS, Right to Work and employment background checks
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The Company
What We Do
Fresh Start in Education is a UK-based provider of alternative education, specializing in re-engaging students who have been excluded from school or are otherwise out of education. They provide personalized, one-to-one support to vulnerable young people, delivering creative, tailored sessions in homes or public settings. The company is committed to safeguarding and creating a supportive, values-led culture, and is recognized for its impact on students, families, and communities.
