Description Inspiring hope for children and young people with barriers to learning - outside of the classroom. Are you passionate about supporting vulnerable children and young people who struggle to engage with learning? Do you have the experience, resilience and commitment to advocate for them and inspire hope for a future – regardless of their background, barriers or areas of need? If yes, then working with Fresh Start in Education will be one of the most rewarding and fulfilling experiences in your career. Don’t take our word for it though. Look at our reviews and see what others say. We are national specialist providers of academic, emotional and social support for students aged 5 – 25 who for whatever reason are either struggling with or cannot access education. Key Responsibilities As an Education Specialist, you would be responsible for planning and delivering 1:1 sessions with your students each week, centring their learning experience around their specific needs and interests. Sessions will take place in either the student’s home or other suitable locations assessed and approved by the company. The role is on a Bank Staff contract, therefore you will be required to provide short-term provisions as and when they arise. Sessions can vary between 2-5 sessions per week, with each session being 3-5 hours in length. You will need to be required to have at least two consistent days available per week. To be considered for this role you will need to have: the Right to Work and remain in the UK an enhanced DBS certificate (if not, you will need to apply for a new one if successful) excellent communication skills and a good command of the English language, both written and spoken a minimum of 2 years’ professional experience working with vulnerable children or young people experience supporting students with multiple and complex needs, including Downs Syndrome, Hearing Impairment and medical needs experience establishing safe and professional relationships with vulnerable students along with their carers and/or family members have an enthusiasm to engage and inspire students in their learning across Primary levels experience using alternative methods of communication, including BSL share the company’s core values as well as our commitment to the protection, safeguarding and wellbeing of children and young people. Benefits Fresh Start in Education Ltd. believes in investing in its staff and wants to make working for the company an enjoyable and rewarding experience. So, as well as being a part of a national team of specialists, you would benefit from: Additional £15 per session available to use for resources and activities Subsidised travel and refreshments Free wellbeing and counselling service Discounts and savings vouchers for high street and online shops, cinemas and gyms CPD & training opportunities throughout the year Length of service awards Due to the nature of the work and our commitment to safer recruitment, you will undergo a thorough background check and will require an enhanced DBS and the Right to Work and remain in the UK. You're required to fully disclose spent, unspent and protected convictions, cautions, reprimands and warnings. If unsure as to whether you have the necessary experience, please give us a call on 020 3409 6410 (option 7) and we can answer any questions you may have. We want to hear from you. INDHP-Midlands About Fresh Start in Education With over a decade of experience supporting some of the most vulnerable children, young people and young adults throughout the UK we have seen countless lives changed and positively impacted by the incredible work our Education Specialists and staff have done. From providing tailored educational support to addressing complex social and emotional needs, our team has consistently gone above and beyond to create safe, nurturing environments where individuals can thrive. Our focus on personalised learning, engagement and holistic development has empowered these young people to overcome significant challenges, build self-confidence, and achieve academic and personal success. The dedication and compassion of our staff continue to make a lasting difference in the lives of those we serve, helping to shape brighter futures for generations to come.