At a Glance
- Tasks: Support students facing challenges in mainstream education and help them thrive.
- Company: Horizon School, dedicated to empowering young people.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, term-time only hours, and a supportive work environment.
- Other info: Join a passionate team with opportunities for professional growth.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in students' lives and help them achieve their potential.
- Qualifications: Experience in SEMH, Trauma-informed practices, and SEND required.
The predicted salary is between 28142 - 33699 £ per year.
Horizon School are seeking a School Engagement Practitioner to join our team. At Horizon School, we support young people who are finding it challenging to succeed in mainstream education. We offer short-term intervention placements to identify any barriers to them being able to engage positively in their mainstream school and support students with strategies to enable them to achieve their potential.
The key objective of a School Engagement Practitioner is to support students and families during the induction process into Horizon School, the transition process back to their mainstream schools, support to encourage good attendance, and be the main point of contact for families and dual registered schools and to be a member of the safeguarding team. An essential part of this role is to ensure effective liaising with Welfare and SEND Coordinator to arrange meetings etc and use of school systems to document all information.
You will be expected to have considerable expertise/specialism in SEMH, Trauma informed, Restorative approaches and SEND.
If you feel you could contribute effectively and positively to the school, we will welcome an application from you.
For more information, please contact Keeley Smart, by calling 01502 539755 or emailing: hradmin@horizonschool.org.uk.
How to apply: Please submit your completed Application Form via email to: hradmin@horizonschool.org.uk.
Closing date: 1 pm, 24 September 2026. Interview date: 2 October 2026.
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