Head of SEND

Tameside Council is committed to improving the outcomes for Children and Young People (0-25) in Tameside by leading and championing inclusive practice for vulnerable learners with SEND (Special Educational Needs & Disability).

Reporting into the Assistant Director Learning, the Head of SEND 0-25 will be a key member of Tameside’s transformation programme to support Child and Young People (0-25).

This post will direct on integrated working, ensuring that pathways are joined up across all partners to deliver the highest levels of inclusion, attainment, achievement and attendance for all supported young people.

The role will also focus on SEND strategy, quality assurance, joint commissioning of placements with social care, maintaining key budgets and broader collaborative cross department working.

With close working arrangements in place with health partners and other Greater Manchester authorities, the role offers great development opportunities, career progression and a broadening of its scope in the future.

We are looking for a collaborative leader with a proven track record in SEND and a deep understanding of how SEND services are run in a local authority, school or private provider.

For more information and details of how to apply for this exciting role, please speak in confidence to Nick Cole (07736 491804) or Ben Manojlovic (07785 454971) at Veredus.