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Why choose Engage as your trusted SEND recruitment partner

Choosing the right people for your school to support pupils with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) is about more than filling just a role; it’s about finding candidates who care. 

Every child deserves understanding, patience, and expertise to help them thrive at their own pace, and that’s exactly what Engage Education provides with our dedicated SEND recruitment team and pool of candidates. 

A dedicated SEND recruitment team

At Engage Education, supporting schools with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities recruitment is at the heart of what we do. 

With offices in Watford, London, Leeds, and Brighton, our SEND specialists combine over 40 years of experience in the sector, giving us deep insight into the unique challenges and rewards of SEND education.

Engage focuses on strong partnerships with both special schools and mainstream settings, helping them recruit exceptional staff to support a wide range of needs, from social, emotional, and mental health (SEMH) support to physical disabilities, visual and hearing impairments, and complex learning difficulties. 

Why schools trust Engage

With a focus on sector expertise, careful candidate vetting, and ongoing support, we’ve built long-lasting partnerships with schools that strengthen SEND teams and improve pupil outcomes.

“We have found that working with Engage has really taken the pressure off us in regard to day-to-day cover. Engage work really hard to get to know our different requirements in each of our schools and the skills we require. The communication is outstanding, and we feel our contacts are just an extended part of our team. “

Supporting schools and educators

Beyond recruitment, Engage Education is committed to supporting schools and SEND professionals every step of the way. We provide ongoing guidance, advice, and resources to help staff settle into their roles and continue developing their skills, while assisting schools in maintaining strong, sustainable SEND teams. 

By fostering a collaborative approach, we ensure that both educators and pupils receive the support they need to thrive, creating lasting positive outcomes across the school community.

If you’re ready to find your next SEND candidate, book a call or fill in our form and take the next step today.

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