At a Glance
- Tasks: Support young people with SEND through personalised, creative sessions and monitor their progress.
- Company: Join a dedicated team at Fresh Start in Education making a real difference.
- Benefits: Earn £25–£35 per hour, enjoy travel subsidies, and access wellbeing services.
- Other info: Enjoy ongoing training and support in a dynamic, rewarding environment.
- Why this job: Be the reason a young person believes in a brighter future every day.
- Qualifications: Experience with SEN and SEMH needs; flexible availability required.
The predicted salary is between 35 - 35 £ per hour.
Be more than an educator. Be the reason a young person believes in a brighter future. Whether you’re stepping into alternative education from mainstream, returning after a break or bringing years of valuable SEN experience into a new role, your knowledge, care and commitment can change a young person’s life. We're currently looking for education professionals to join our team in providing bespoke and holistic support to 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 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, including communication needs, anxiety and challenging behaviour
- Those from 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
- Ongoing CPD and training opportunities
- Dedicated line manager support and inclusion in a supportive, expert team
- Bank staff role (PAYE), offering both short-term and long-term placements
SEN Learning Support Assistant in Bury St Edmunds employer: Fresh Start In Education Ltd
At Fresh Start in Education, we pride ourselves on being more than just an employer; we are a community dedicated to making a meaningful impact in the lives of young people. Our supportive work culture fosters professional growth through ongoing training and dedicated management support, while our flexible bank staff roles allow you to balance your career with personal commitments. Located in Bury St Edmunds, Suffolk, we offer competitive pay, travel subsidies, and access to wellbeing services, ensuring that our team feels valued and empowered to make a difference every day.
Contact Details:
Fresh Start In Education Ltd Recruitment Team
