Referrals Coordinator and Education Assessor
Application Deadline: 25 October 2026
Department: Referrals
Employment Type: Full Time
Location: Folkestone, Kent
Compensation: £29,500 - £33,000 / year
Description
Make a difference to young people's futures At Fresh Start in Education, we’re looking for a compassionate and organised Referrals Coordinator & Education/IEEP Assessor to help young people with additional needs access the right educational support. You’ll coordinate referrals, assess individual needs and work closely with students, families and professionals to develop personalised Impact, Engagement & Education Plans (IEEPs) and arrange suitable educational placements.
What You’ll Be Doing
- Managing referrals from schools, local authorities and families.
- Assessing students' needs, strengths and interests.
- Creating personalised Impact, Engagement & Education Plans (IEEPs).
- Coordinating suitable educational placements and timetables.
- Producing assessment reports and risk assessments.
- Meeting with families, schools and professionals (both online and in person).
- Maintaining accurate records and prioritising your caseload.
- Promoting safeguarding and student wellbeing at every stage.
Who We’re Looking For
The ideal candidate will have:
- Experience supporting children or young people with SEN or additional needs.
- A good understanding of safeguarding and educational support strategies.
- Experience with EHCPs, risk assessments and other education documents
- Excellent communication, organisation and report-writing skills.
- The ability to manage competing priorities and work independently and collaboratively.
- A compassionate, proactive and solution-focused approach.
Benefits
- 25 days' annual leave, increasing with service up to 30 days, plus bank holidays.
- 25 days' sick leave, including mental health days.
- Pension scheme.
- Employee Assistance Programme, virtual GP and counselling.
- YuLife wellbeing benefits, discounts and vouchers.
- Enhanced maternity pay.
- Eye tests and glasses vouchers.
- Length of service awards.
- Hybrid working (minimum one day in the office - subject to change in the future).
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Referrals Coordinator and Education Assessor in Folkestone employer: Fresh Start In Education Ltd
Fresh Start In Education Ltd is an exceptional employer, dedicated to fostering a supportive and flexible work environment for its SEN Learning & Engagement Mentors. Located in the beautiful area of Poole, the company offers generous benefits such as travel subsidies, counselling services, and a pension plan, all while promoting a culture of compassionate teamwork and professional growth opportunities for its employees.
Contact Details:
Fresh Start In Education Ltd Recruitment Team
