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ASEND is the only dedicated SEND recruitment agency founded and led by specialist SEND teachers and consultants. We live and breathe SEND.
We are passionate about the children and young people we support, and so we want to make sure that all our teachers, therapists, psychologists, support staff and others are well trained and well supported.
We also provide regular training for both our consultants and our clients, including Team Teach, autism awareness, emotional regulation, safeguarding, managing challenging behaviour and ADHD awareness.
Unlike any other agency, you can call the team at any time to get advice and support in your role – we know schools and we know SEND.
We can usually meet requests within 2 weeks, but of course, with more notice, we can offer you greater choice.
Currently, most of our work is in London and the South East, and in North West England. However, we try to fulfil requests wherever our services are needed.
Because ASEND is run by special education needs professionals we provide unparalleled advice and support for all our staff. We run regular training sessions on a range of topics and can advise on strategies for specific children whatever their needs.
Staff wellbeing is a priority for us, we hold regular social gatherings where individuals working in schools or homes can get together and share experiences.
Yes. There are economies of scale and real advantages to having contracts in place or agreeing on a package of service with schools or Local Authorities. Contracts allow us to provide even more competitive prices and a completely personalised service.
We pride ourselves in being an equal opportunities employer and there are no barriers to working with us. We always go the extra mile to support the well being and professional development of our team.
Yes. We support all learners referred to us by schools, colleges and Local Authorities. If a young person has an Education, Health and Care Plan we are sometimes able to provide support up to age 25.
If their children are educated within the state system then we work with their schools or Local Authorities. Partnership with parents is a central part of our ethos. If your child is in a fee-paying school, or you live abroad, we may have to charge you for our services.
Some of our specialists write reports for SEND tribunals and serve as expert witnesses at the tribunal. We also provide “SEN Experts” for independent review panels where parents have requested one at their appeal.
We employ a wide range of staff ranging from teaching assistants to clinical psychologists, and they are all expert in their field and well qualified for the job they do.
My son has quadriplegic cerebral palsy and his school in unsure how to meet his needs. Can you help?
Yes, Our team includes a wide range of experts in all kinds of disabilities including physical and medical needs, hearing and visual impairment, speech and language needs, autism, and mental health. We could send a specialist teacher in physical disability to support your son in school.