At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead SEND strategy and drive inclusive education across multiple campuses.
- Company: Forward-thinking Further Education college focused on transformational change.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, opportunity to influence college-wide practices, and make a real impact.
- Other info: Join a high-profile role with excellent career growth opportunities.
- Why this job: Shape the future of education for learners with additional needs and inspire a dedicated team.
- Qualifications: National SEND/SENCO qualification and significant experience in leading SEND services.
The predicted salary is between 50626 - 50626 £ per year.
Are you an experienced SEND leader ready to shape the future of inclusive education? Morgan Hunt is delighted to be recruiting for a brand-new Head of SEND & Inclusion opportunity with a forward-thinking Further Education college. This is a rare opportunity to take on a strategic leadership role where you will drive transformational change, influence college-wide practice, and ensure outstanding outcomes for learners with additional needs.
Working closely with the Director of Student Progress, you will lead the development of an ambitious SEND strategy, embedding inclusive practice across multiple campuses while ensuring the highest standards of statutory compliance and learner support.
The Role
You'll provide strategic leadership for SEND and Inclusion, leading a highly experienced multidisciplinary team including SEND Managers, ALS Leads, EHCP Coordinators, SEND Lecturers, Mentors and ELSAs. This is a role for someone who can inspire others, influence senior stakeholders and champion a culture where every learner has the opportunity to thrive.
We're looking for someone who has:
- A recognised National SEND/SENCO qualification
- Degree-level qualification (or equivalent professional qualification)
- Significant experience leading SEND and Inclusion services within Further Education or Education
- Proven experience managing SEND tribunals and mediation, including preparing legal evidence and representing an organisation at hearings
- A successful track record of negotiating High Needs funding with Local Authorities
- Experience leading multidisciplinary teams across education and learner support services
- A passion for driving innovation, continuous improvement and inclusive practice
Why apply?
- Lead a newly created, high-profile strategic role
- Drive transformational SEND reform across a large FE organisation
- Influence college-wide strategy and culture
- Lead an experienced and established multidisciplinary team
- Make a lasting impact on the lives of learners with additional needs
If you're an ambitious SEND leader looking for your next strategic challenge, I'd love to hear from you. Apply today or contact me for a confidential conversation.
Locations
Head of SEND in Hampshire, Waterlooville employer: Morgan Hunt
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