See more Collapse

Assistant Director

2 months ago

Surrey, United Kingdom Medport Global Full time

Role Purpose


Reporting to the Director for Education, Lifelong Learning and Culture this role will be responsible for the direction and delivery of the council's ambition to transform the SEND system in Surrey alongside key partners.

The post holder will lead the design and delivery of change required by the strategy, through a combination of service delivery transformation, co-ordination of commissioning and capital projects, and the facilitation of cross-system change.


The role will provide strategic direction to the SEND programme team, and work closely with internal stakeholders (transformation, finance and capital projects) as well as key partners (educational settings and health) to achieve the outcomes set out in the SEND strategy.

The role will provide direction and advice to SEND transformation stakeholders, ensure that plans are in place and delivered, and facilitate the governance associated with the transformation.


Surrey's SEND strategy and transformation programme is integral to the council achieving a desired step change in both culture and approach to SEND across the Council, Health, Educational settings, providers and voluntary /community groups.

By improving and joining up the availability, accessibility and inclusion of support across the system, children, young people and families will be enabled to achieve better outcomes, and the system will become more financially sustainable.


It is essential that the post holder has leadership, transformation and change experience and capabilities, and the ability to work across a system with strategic stakeholders to facilitate change.

It is highly desirable that the post holder has direct knowledge and experience of the SEND agenda and the education /health /social care sectors.


Key responsibilities and priorities include:

  • Leading and directing the SEND transformation team, ensuring that delivery is on track and working with stakeholders and partners to mitigate risks, solve issues and mediate tensions before they are brought to the Director
  • Support the Director to maximise the value of key system meetings and manage system relationships, deputising as and when necessary
  • Facilitate the governance relating to the SEND strategy and transformation, ensuring that agendas are focused on adding value and materials are high quality and tailored for each audience calling partners to action and inspiring confidence as appropriate. Driving improvements in data, analytics, forecasting and modelling for sustainability across the system
  • Coordination and delivery of cost containment plans
  • Driving an acceleration of the capital projects pipeline

Programme Leadership and Expertise


To provide programme management expertise to ensure the programme's successful delivery, including management of transition states, development of project and milestone plans, effective management of risks and interdependencies, and efficient budget management.


To provide strong, visible leadership of the programme and engage with staff to facilitate the generation of ideas and delivery of new ways of working to support the achievement of agreed outcomes.


To obtain the buy-in of senior officers, Members and partners by providing advice, knowledge and expertise to the leadership team, political leadership of the council and stakeholders in the form of effective reporting and representation at internal programme governance boards.


To drive effective collaboration across the system with Members and partners, and lead engagement strategies with stakeholders in order to gain their support for the programme.


To determine the most cost-effective use and deployment of resources to achieve the programme's objectives, ensuring compliance with statutory and financial obligations.


To ensure that health and safety is fully considered in policy development and resource planning and that health and safety strategies are monitored and reviewed across the service area in accordance with the County Councils Health, Safety and Welfare Policy Statement.

To work inclusively with a diverse range of stakeholders while supporting the principle of equality of opportunity.

Key Service/Functional Accountabilities
To develop and implement a strategic programme for SEND transformation to ensure the agreed outcomes are achieved.

To ensure the dependencies, risks and issues are identified and managed effectively.


To work directly with executive and service directors to challenge the status quo and maximise the positive impact of the programme.

To develop effective working relationships with partner organisations to maximise the potential for inclusive health and education provision for children and young people with SEND.

To drive through a transformational programme to achieve significant change in the way the council delivers SEND support and services, and the way that the council works with partners to achieve the best outcomes for children and young people with SEN

We have other current jobs related to this field that you can find below

  • Assistant Director Inclusion and Additional Needs

    2 months ago

    Surrey, United Kingdom Medport Global Full time

    **Role Purpose** Lead the delivery of frontline services supporting learners through a quadrant management structure to ensure all learners achieve their potential through a flexible team around the child approach. Embed new models of working to ensure services are integrated and aligned with Family Resilience and Safeguarding to improve outcomes...

  • Director of Operations

    4 days ago

    Surrey, United Kingdom Red Sky Personnel Full time

    Operations Director: Role & ResponsibilitiesRed Sky Personnel are recruiting a Operations Director for a multi-site bakery. In 2024 they will be entering an exciting phase of growth, expanding our retail outlets by 25% over the next 6 months.To facilitate this growth, we are recruiting in all areas of the business and implementing a robust and dynamic new...

  • Development Director

    2 months ago

    Surrey, United Kingdom Gleeson Recruitment Group Full time

    Are you a senior level project programme and cost management expert looking for an exciting new leadership opportunity? Do you want to work closely with the Property Director to manage and orchestrate the delivery of an interesting CAPEX Pipeline? If your answer is “Yes!” then feast your eyes on this… We are working with an Award-Winning hospitality...

  • Development Director

    2 months ago

    Surrey, United Kingdom Gleeson Recruitment Group Full time

    Are you a senior level project programme and cost management expert looking for an exciting new leadership opportunity? Do you want to work closely with the Property Director to manage and orchestrate the delivery of an interesting CAPEX Pipeline? If your answer is “Yes!” then feast your eyes on this… We are working with an Award-Winning hospitality...

  • Assistant Director

    3 months ago

    Surrey, United Kingdom Medport Global Full time

    **Role Purpose** Reporting to the Director for Education, Lifelong Learning and Culture this role will be responsible for the direction and delivery of the council’s ambition to transform the SEND system in Surrey alongside key partners. The post holder will lead the design and delivery of change required by the strategy, through a combination of service...

  • Executive Assistant

    4 months ago

    Surrey, United Kingdom Burstow Park School Full time

    Key duties Manage enquiries and requests efficiently, referring where necessary Act as the first point of contact for staff, colleagues and other stakeholders looking to meet with the Proprietor Take a lead oversight of communications and publicity relating to the school Handle all confidential correspondence with discretion Develop written...

  • Development Director

    2 months ago

    Surrey, UK, South East England, United Kingdom Gleeson Recruitment Group Full time

    Are you a senior level project programme and cost management expert looking for an exciting new leadership opportunity? Do you want to work closely with the Property Director to manage and orchestrate the delivery of an interesting CAPEX Pipeline? If your answer is “Yes!” then feast your eyes on this… We are working with an Award-Winning hospitality...

  • Operations Director

    6 days ago

    Staines, Surrey, Surrey, United Kingdom Accent Catering Services Ltd Full time

    Operations Director - Secondary SchoolsLocation:London and the Home CountiesAre you the exceptional Operations Director we are looking for?People are the most important ingredient in our business recipe, and we are currently looking for an experienced Operations Director with a background in exceptional food service to join the team at Accent Catering! The...

  • Procurement Assistant

    1 month ago

    Surrey, United Kingdom Kimberly-Clark Full time

    **About You** An opportunity has arisen for an experienced PA/Administrative Assistant to join the EMEA Procurement Team supporting the Director and Leadership team. This role reports to the EMEA Procurement Director whilst also supporting the wider Leadership Team **What’s it like to work at Kimberly-Clark?** Kimberly-Clark is a leading Fast Moving...

  • Assistant Librarian

    4 weeks ago

    Surrey, United Kingdom Guildford High School Full time

    **Assistant Librarian - Maternity Cover**: **Monday - Friday 12:30 - 6:00pm**: We are seeking an Assistant Librarian to work in our modern, purpose-built library which plays a central role in our school community. The Assistant Librarian supports the Library Director in overseeing the Senior and Junior School libraries. You will enjoy regular contact with...

  • Marketing Assistant/ Content Assistant

    3 weeks ago

    Farnham, Surrey, United Kingdom Faith Recruitment Full time

    Are you passionate about marketing and looking to join a company who are looking for a Marketing Assistant to be able to bring ideas and enthusiasm to a team? The Marketing Assistant position involves: Be involved in all marketing efforts Take full ownership of areas such data integrity, social media posting or having your own campaign or event to...

  • Marketing Assistant/ Content Assistant

    3 weeks ago

    Farnham, Surrey, United Kingdom Faith Recruitment Full time

    Are you passionate about marketing and looking to join a company who are looking for a Marketing Assistant to be able to bring ideas and enthusiasm to a team? The Marketing Assistant position involves: Be involved in all marketing efforts Take full ownership of areas such data integrity, social media posting or having your own campaign or event to...

  • Kitchen Assistant

    2 months ago

    Surrey, United Kingdom Esher Manor Care Home Full time

    Your new role as a Kitchen Assistant in our happy kitchen could be right around the corner at **Esher Manor Care Home** in **Esher** The home is looking for a culinary team member like you to support the Head Chef in daily tasks such as preparing vegetables and keeping the kitchen clean and tidy. You will love seeing the smile on the faces of our residents...

  • Marketing Assistant/ Content Assistant

    3 weeks ago

    Reigate, Surrey, United Kingdom Royal Alexandra and Albert School Full time

    The Royal Alexandra and Albert School exists to give our children a distinctly different start in life, preparing them for the world with hope, optimism, compassion and empathy. We are a co-educational, non-selective state boarding school, for boys and girls aged 7 - 18. This is a boarding school with Flexi Boarding students attending from the local area...

  • Marketing Assistant/ Content Assistant

    3 weeks ago

    Reigate, Surrey, United Kingdom Royal Alexandra and Albert School Full time

    The Royal Alexandra and Albert School exists to give our children a distinctly different start in life, preparing them for the world with hope, optimism, compassion and empathy. We are a co-educational, non-selective state boarding school, for boys and girls aged 7 - 18. This is a boarding school with Flexi Boarding students attending from the local area...

  • Operations Director

    1 week ago

    Staines-upon-Thames, Surrey, United Kingdom Accent Catering Services Ltd Full time

    Operations Director - Secondary Schools Location: London and the Home Counties Are you the exceptional Operations Director we are looking for? People are the most important ingredient in our business recipe, and we are currently looking for an experienced Operations Director with a background in exceptional food service to join the team at Accent...

  • Executive Assistant

    2 months ago

    Surrey, United Kingdom Kimberly-Clark Full time

    **About You** We are looking for an **Executive Assistant **to support members of the UK Leadership team in the Family Care business unit. You will be proactive, collaborative and adaptable with excellent organisation and communication skills, managing multiple projects and leader requests. You will have the ability to build great relationships with people...

  • Marketing Assistant

    3 weeks ago

    Reigate, Surrey, United Kingdom Royal Alexandra and Albert School Full time

    The Royal Alexandra and Albert School exists to give our children a distinctly different start in life, preparing them for the world with hope, optimism, compassion and empathy. We are a co-educational, non-selective state boarding school, for boys and girls aged 7 - 18. This is a boarding school with Flexi Boarding students attending from the local area...

  • Marketing Assistant

    3 weeks ago

    Reigate, Surrey, United Kingdom Royal Alexandra and Albert School Full time

    The Royal Alexandra and Albert School exists to give our children a distinctly different start in life, preparing them for the world with hope, optimism, compassion and empathy. We are a co-educational, non-selective state boarding school, for boys and girls aged 7 - 18. This is a boarding school with Flexi Boarding students attending from the local area...

  • Senior Care Assistant

    2 months ago

    Surrey, United Kingdom Bagshot Gardens Care Home Full time

    Your career progression as a **Senior Care Assistant **could be right around the corner at **Bagshot Gardens Care Home **in **Bagshot**. The home is looking for an experienced team member like you to deliver high quality care to our residents and bring a smile to their faces every day.** **This is your opportunity to shine and really make a difference to the...