SEND ManagerLocation: West BerkshireRate: £61ph Working Pattern: Hybrid Working (40% office based) Flexible Hours: Between 7:00am and 9:00pm... Read more
Location: West Berkshire
Rate: £61ph
Working Pattern: Hybrid Working (40% office based)
Flexible Hours: Between 7:00am and 9:00pm where possible
Caritas Recruitment is currently recruiting for an experienced SEND Manager to join West Berkshire Council.
This is an excellent opportunity for a skilled SEND professional to play a key leadership role in managing the Local Authority's statutory SEND responsibilities and driving improvements across the Education, Health and Care Plan (EHCP) process.
The RoleAs SEND Manager, you will oversee a designated SEND phase, ensuring statutory duties are delivered efficiently and effectively while keeping children, young people and families at the centre of decision-making.
Key responsibilities include:
Managing the delivery of statutory SEND services within your phase areaLeading and supporting a team responsible for EHCP assessments and reviewsWorking closely with the Head of SEND and wider management team to enhance SEND service deliverySupporting the continuous improvement of the EHCP processManaging mediation and SEND Tribunal casesEnsuring compliance with the SEND Code of Practice and relevant legislationBuilding positive relationships with schools, settings, health professionals and familiesChampioning person-centred approaches and positive outcomes for children and young people with SENDAbout YouTo be successful in this role, you will have:
Significant SEND experience within a Local Authority settingStrong knowledge of the SEND Code of Practice and relevant legislationExperience managing EHCP processesExperience of Tribunal and mediation caseworkExcellent leadership and stakeholder management skillsA commitment to delivering high-quality, family-centred servicesWhat's on Offer?Flexible working arrangements
Hybrid working (40% office attendance)
Leadership opportunity within a supportive SEND service
Meaningful impact on outcomes for children and young people with SEND
Ongoing contract opportunity
If you're an experienced SEND professional looking for your next management opportunity, I'd love to hear from you.
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07469 676076
Caritas Recruitment
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Caritas Recruitment is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.
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