At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead SEND reform implementation to improve outcomes for children and young people.
- Company: Forward-thinking Local Authority focused on education and skills.
- Benefits: Competitive daily rate, hybrid working, and impactful role.
- Other info: Join a committed team dedicated to inclusion and long-term change.
- Why this job: Shape services that make a real difference in children's lives.
- Qualifications: Experience in SEND, education, or local authority transformation required.
£750 – £850 per day (umbrella) South East England Hybrid working (county-wide, dependent on service need) Interim contract
About the Role
We are seeking an experienced SEND Reform Implementation Lead to support a forward-thinking Local Authority within its Education & Skills Directorate. Sitting within the SEND and Inclusion service, this pivotal role will drive the implementation of SEND reform across a complex, multi-agency system. The postholder will play a key part in delivering strategic change aligned to the SEND Strategy, ensuring improved outcomes for children and young people with additional needs. The role is central to achieving system-wide transformation across education, health and care, with a strong focus on inclusive practice, early intervention, and collaborative working with families and partners.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead the implementation of SEND reform across education, health and care systems
- Translate national policy and legislation into effective local delivery models
- Develop and embed inclusive practice, early help, and coordinated support approaches
- Work collaboratively with schools, settings, health partners and families
- Influence and advise senior leaders and key stakeholders across the system
- Oversee delivery of transformation programmes and improvement initiatives
- Support strategic decision-making balancing statutory duties, finance and capacity
- Monitor progress and impact of reform programmes, ensuring measurable outcomes
- Drive forward partnership working and system integration across services
About You
You will be a confident and credible senior practitioner or leader with significant experience in SEND, education, or local authority transformation. You will bring:
- Proven experience leading SEND or education system change programmes
- Strong understanding of SEND legislation, policy, and reform agenda
- Experience working within or alongside local authority children’s services
- Excellent stakeholder engagement, negotiation, and influencing skills
- Ability to manage complex, ambiguous and evolving information
- Strong strategic leadership with a focus on outcomes and impact
- Commitment to inclusion, co-production and improving life chances for children and young people
- Resilience and adaptability in a fast-paced, politically sensitive environment
Why This Role?
This is a unique opportunity to lead at the heart of SEND reform, shaping services that directly improve outcomes for children and young people. You will be joining a committed system focused on inclusion, collaboration and long-term transformation.
To apply or find out more, please get in touch with your CV and availability.
Send Reform Implementation Lead in Chichester employer: Service Care Solutions
As a forward-thinking Local Authority in South East England, we pride ourselves on being an excellent employer that champions inclusive practices and collaborative working. Our hybrid working model allows for flexibility while you lead transformative SEND reforms, ensuring meaningful outcomes for children and young people with additional needs. With a strong commitment to employee growth and a supportive work culture, we offer a unique opportunity to make a significant impact within the community.
