About the role
As a Statutory SEND Team Manager, you will lead a high‑performing team responsible for delivering the council’s statutory duties for children and young people with SEND.
Responsibilities
- Lead and manage a team of EHCP Coordinators, ensuring statutory compliance with the Children and Families Act (2014), SEND Regulations (2014) and SEND Code of Practice (2015).
- Oversee the coordination of Education, Health and Care Needs Assessments, EHCP drafting and Annual Reviews.
- Take a hands‑on approach to complex and sensitive casework, including complaints and mediation.
- Drive performance and improvement, ensuring high‑quality, timely delivery of services.
- Build strong partnerships across Education, Health, Social Care and parent/carer networks.
- Chair multi‑agency panels and contribute to key decision‑making processes.
- Play a key role in shaping and delivering service transformation and improvement projects.
About you
- Substantial experience in SEND services, ideally within a local authority context.
- Strong track record of team leadership or readiness to step up into a management role.
- Deep knowledge of SEND legislation, statutory processes and best practice.
- Experience managing complex casework and working within legal frameworks.
- Ability to lead, motivate and develop staff, driving performance and continuous improvement.
- Excellent partnership working skills, with the ability to influence, negotiate and navigate sensitive situations.
- Resilience, empathy and a commitment to delivering a person‑centred service for families.
Benefits
- Competitive starting salary of £48,226 (pro‑rata for part‑time colleagues).
- Clear progression within a well‑defined pay band.
- Access to training and development opportunities.
- Supportive supervision and collaborative leadership environment.
- Flexible and hybrid working, with a minimum of 2 days per week in the office.
- Regular travel across the BCP area (travel expectations: essential).
Working arrangements
Flexible and hybrid; minimum 2 days per week in office, additional on‑site presence as required by service needs. Role involves travel across the BCP area.
Legal and sponsorship
This role is not eligible for visa sponsorship and requires applicant to have an existing right to work in the UK. Applicants must be able to complete a Disclosure & Barring Service check.
Contact Details:
Bournemouth Borough Council Recruitment Team
