OfSTED SEN Quality and Compliance Consultant (Education Provisions) in Manchester

Job Title:

OfSTED SEN Quality and Compliance Consultant (Education Provisions - Contractor role)

Location

Across all UK regions

Salary:

Competitive Day Rates (dependent on qualifications and experience)

Job Type

Contract Basis (Project-based)

Hours of work

Typically, Monday to Friday

Start Date

Subject to satisfactory DBS check

Job Details

Delphi Care Solutions is an established, innovative, health care improvement companywho also specialise within OfSTED projects as well as CQC registered provisions. We provide registration support, consultancy, mock OfSTED inspections,turnaroundand crisis management, as well as subscription packages for the maintenance for education, care, quality, and regulatory compliance. At Delphi we are committed toassistingour esteemed clients meet and exceed regulatory standards and deliver exceptional education and care to children and young people.

Reports to

Project Lead

Direct reports

Nil

With our evolving expansion, Delphi Care Solutions Task Force Team are now looking for passionate and diligent professionals with experience in theSpecial educational needs and disabilities (SEND)educational sub sector, to provide expert advice and support to educational institutions to help improve their SEND provisionandmeet inspection criteria. This will involve analysing SEND practices,identifyingareas of improvement, and implementing strategies plans to enhance the quality of the education servicesacross the UKfor children who experienceSEND. This role requires a deep understanding of the SEN code of practice,OfSTED regulations, excellent communicationand analytical skills, and the ability to work collaboratively with diverse stakeholders.

In this exciting role, you will be responsible for:

• Leading the process of OFSTED registration for educational organisations, ensuring all necessary documentation, policies, and procedures are in place and compliant with regulatory requirements.

• Staying abreast with changes in OfSTED regulations, legislation and guidance, and update clients accordingly.

• Conductingaudits of SEND provisions andidentifyingareas of success and development to create an action plan for the setting to improve their service.

• Providing leadership and support to staff, helpingthemunderstand best practices for working with SEND students.

• Working collaboratively with school leaders,SENco, teachers, and local authority officers to achieve best outcomes for children and improve the service.

• Assess thequality of education being delivered and ensure students are receiving the highest quality possible.

• Monitoring the quality of education provided and ensuring this meets the nationalminimumstandards.

• Providing expert guidance and support to service providers in preparing for OFSTED inspections, including mock inspections and readiness assessments.

• Serving as a trusted advisor to clients, providing ongoing support and guidance on quality and compliance matters related to OfSTED regulationsand requirements.

• Support the development of Individual Education Plans (IEPs) for students.

• Offer expert advice to support schools to create positive and inclusive learning environments.

• Understanding of the Education inspection framework and ability toadvisesettings on keyinsights within this.

• Assistin the development and implementation of strategies to promote social inclusion and reduce barriers to learning.

• Work in partnership with external agencies to ensure that children are provided withspecialist supportand resources for those with complex learning needs.

About you

As an OfSTED consultant, you will be a highly organised individual, able to provide effective leadership and regulatory compliance in a diligent and professional way within our exciting and fast-paced projects. You mustpossessthe ability to effectively work on both your own and as part of a team as well as holding good written and verbal communication skills. You will have strong analytical skills and will be a strategic thinker, whilst also being fluent in the current SEND laws, policies,guidelinesand compliance procedures. You must be able to make decisionsin linewith what you think is achievable and thereafter deliver it.

Role Requirements:

• Experience working with children who present with SpecialEducationalNeeds(SEN)within an educational setting(Essential).

• Teaching qualification with relevant degree [QTS, PGCE, Bachelors etc.](Desirable).

• Proven experience of working within a seniorleadershiprole at an SENeducationalprovision(desirable).

• 5+years’ experienceof working in an educational setting.

• Minimum of 5 years working directly with SEND children and young people within education.

• In depth knowledge of OfSTED regulationsand the Education Inspection Framework, specifically theSENDaspects.

• Previoustraining in specialised areas (e.g. autism, ADHD, Learning disabilities)

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

• Excellent interpersonal skills to collaborate effectively with diverse stakeholders.

• A deep understanding of curriculum, development. Student learning needs, and current school policies and legal framework surrounding SEN is essential.

• Working knowledge of the Department for education’s guidance for independent special institutions and the independent special schools’ standards.

• Proven ability to develop and implement quality improvement initiatives and drive organisational change.

• Access to own vehicle with full UK driving licence.

• Enhanced DBS registered with the rolling update system.

What we offer

• Review applications and get back in touch within 24 hours (next business day)

• Best marketpayrates

• Instant access to “support network”

• Regular touch points to discuss upcoming project opportunities

• Prompt weekly payment with no undue holidays

• Full expense policy

• Flexible working hours

• Autonomy and independence

• Variety of assignments

• Tax benefits (being self-employed)

• No long-term commitments

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