Senior SEND Improvement Officer in Knowsley

About the role

Knowsley Council is an award-winning Local Authority, named Local Authority of the Year in the Municipal Journal Awards 2024. We are an Accredited employer under the Liverpool City Region Fair Employment Charter, demonstrating that we are committed to the principle of fair employment and we are dedicated to providing a healthy, fair, inclusive and just workplace. Come join us and be part of our success.

Responsibilities and Key Tasks

A fantastic opportunity has arisen to become part of the unique, innovative, warm and welcoming Knowsley MBC Inclusion Service. We are seeking an enthusiastic and inspirational teacher who would like to broaden their experience by working with children and young people in Knowsley. You will work under the direction of the Education Improvement Officer -SEND to be an integral part of an outstanding new team. They will lead a team of two SEND Improvement Officers. You will show evidence of a career providing high quality education for students with a wide range of needs, including SEND, both academically and socially. We welcome applicants with experience in EYFS, Primary, Secondary, or Post-16 education specialists in any phase who are skilled in supporting children through key stages and their transitions.

You will work in partnership with schools, leading engaging CPD and INSET sessions, equipping staff with practical tools, visuals, and strategies to create inclusive environments where every child can thrive. Working directly with teaching teams, you'll model effective approaches, build confidence, and embed strategies that support teaching, helping schools make effective changes that lead to big impact.

Qualifications

• Experience of teaching in one or more of the following areas: Teaching, learning and assessment; SEND including Autism and ADHD; curriculum and attainment; or personal development and behaviour.
• An excellent teaching record.
• To be able to engage, manage and successfully motivate vulnerable young people with a variety of medical needs/mental health issues.
• To be able to write reports, provide evidence of student attainment and abilities and keep clear records.
• To successfully deliver education in a variety of contexts and places.
• Manage a classroom or learning environment, directing support staff and to write reports/evaluations which evidence impact and progress.
• Demonstrate high quality organisational skills and the ability to meet deadlines.
• Listen and communicate effectively with adults and young people.
• Knowledge and experience of working with SEND pupils, including Autism and ADHD, and how to differentiate both academically and socially to support these students.
• Knowledge and understanding of curriculum requirements for primary or secondary aged pupils.
• Understanding of the effective use of assessment, recording, tracking and target setting.
• Understanding of the importance of effective multi-disciplinary working and close links with outside agencies.
• Driver's licence and car.

Flexible Working

At Knowsley Council we will consider requests for flexible working. For most roles, the following types of flexibility are usually possible: flexible hours, working from home, compressed hours, part-time.

Diversity and Inclusion

We welcome applications from residents and beyond, regardless of background, belief, or identity, recognising the value that diversity brings to our organisation. We particularly welcome applications from individuals from Black and Minority Ethnic backgrounds and candidates with disabilities as we acknowledge their underrepresentation in our workforce.

Benefits

See the benefits of working for Knowsley MBC: https://www.knowsley.gov.uk/yes.

Interview Details

Interviews to be held on Monday, 2nd February 2026.

Contact Joanne Knight / Tel No: 07973741736 / email Joanne.Knight@knowsley.gov.uk

How to Apply

To apply, please upload your CV along with a supporting statement as one document in PDF or Word format. Your CV and supporting statement should be tailored to reflect the competencies within the person specification. Please note if a CV and supporting statement does not reflect the person specification it is unlikely to be shortlisted. To upload your CV you will need to click on the link below and create an account with Jobs Go Public if you have not already done so. You will also be required to input your name and email address and will be invited to complete an equal opportunities questionnaire.

Notice

We reserve the right to close this vacancy earlier than the specified date should we receive sufficient applicants.