Programme Lead- Specialist Provision

Programme Lead – Specialist Provision
Contract Duration: Until 31st March 2026
South West LA – Hybrid working
Inside IR35 – £450 per day (inside IR35)
Start Date: July 2025

Due to upcoming national policy reforms and local priorities, an Education Directorate in the South West is seeking an experienced Programme Lead – Specialist Provision to engage with schools, families, and stakeholders to drive improvements in SEND and Alternative Provision services.

Your Duties as Programme Lead – Specialist Provision:

• Develop and implement a comprehensive programme plan to support service improvements
• Lead on a Universal Banding System Review to ensure fair and effective allocation of resources for children with SEND.
• Review current commissioning briefs as well as a forward plan focusing on increased sufficiency and changes in the county
• Update commissioning briefs to align with population needs and future projections prioritising Maintained Special School Place Planning
• Collaborate with Head of SEN, Specialist Commissioners School and wider stakeholders

Experience Needed as Programme Lead – Specialist Provision:

• Strong experience in senior programme management within education and SEND services
• Proven track record in developing and leading service improvement strategies
• Experience in financial management, partnership engagement, and policy development in relation to Education and SEND

If you’re interested in discussing this opportunity in more detail or know someone who this may be of interest to, please contact Sarah Williams on 0117 3137110 or apply today.

(We offer a senior referral scheme upon successful placement of your recommendation so please do get in contact).

Our clients are passionate about creating and evolving a diverse workforce and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant.  Recruiting decisions are based on your experience and skills.  Any reasonable adjustments in the workplace will be fully supported during the application and hiring process.

We have multiple vacancies across our Team and across several Local Authorities nationwide, so even if you think this role isn’t quite right for you, we may well have other roles that are more suitable, so please do get in touch.
 
PLEASE NOTE – Due to the high volume of applications we are currently receiving, should you not receive a response within 48hrs please assume you have been unsuccessful on this occasion.

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