Head of Send

3 months ago

Croydon, United Kingdom Croydon Council Full time

**Head of SEND (Transformation and Delivery) - Education - Croydon Council**

**Salary**: CSR B (£89,732 - £95,296)

Permanent - 36 hours per week

**Job Purpose**

As a member of the Children, Young People and Education Directorate - within the Education Division extended management team, the Head of SEND will work collaboratively across their department and with other Heads of Service across all of CYPE and Directors to ensure the effective and efficient development and delivery of council services that support departmental and council objectives. As required, the postholder will participate in corporate management activities that cross over service or departmental boundaries.

The Head of SEND will ensure effective delivery of the Local Authority’s statutory functions in relation to Croydon’s SEND community through championing high quality and standards in schools for Children and Young People with SEND, to ensure delivery of the Local Authority’s statutory responsibilities with regard to the SEND Code of Practice for Children and Young People requiring EHC Plans and SEND support, including ensuring that strategies applied appropriately reflect the political aspirations of the Local Authority.

**Essential / Preferred Requirements**

A first degree and recognised teacher qualification
Significant and relevant post qualification training
Evidence of continuing professional development, leadership and personal
SEND related qualification
Significant experience in leading SEND, School or Local Authority
Proven management and experience of change transformation
Proven track record of leading and managing school interventions successfully
Experience of successful budget and project management
Experience of working successfully in a multi-agency environment to improve outcomes for children and young people with SEND
Understanding of the Ofsted framework for inspection of the Local Area
Excellent knowledge and understanding of education and special education across the early years, primary and secondary and post 16 phases and of related pedagogy, research and best practice
Excellent knowledge of SEND related legislation
Proven ability to lead a strategic team at a similar level through customer services and leadership capability
A successful track record and background of consistent achievement at senior management level in a local authority or large complex organisation.
Experience of establishing and implementing business planning processes and performance management systems to ensure appropriate and cost effective service delivery.
Demonstrable excellence in team management and service delivery in relation to the provision of customer orientated services that achieve successful outcomes.
Experience of working in partnership with a wide range of internal and external stakeholders / bodies including statutory bodies and organisations
Knowledge of SEND Legislation and Statutory Responsibilities

Able to represent the authority with credibility at meetings with the DfE, Ofsted, other national agencies, local authorities and at strategic partnerships
Able to champion the values and objectives of the local authority and the purpose of education and learning as they relate to children and young people in Croydon
High level of communication skills to persuade and engage audiences and form positive relationships at all levels (internally and externally).
Ability to work in a collaborative way to transform service delivery including the ability to manage internal departmental relationships
Evidence of being a strong corporate player who will lead, motivate and inspire their teams and build a high performing culture.
Ability to work effectively across a range of service disciplines and with a range of people.
Expertise in data analytics and targeting work in relation to identified needs.
Commitment to the Council's core value and objectives

**Why Join Us**
Our most recent Local Area SEND inspection was positive.

We are passionate about our staff and in return we will provide a rewarding career with a commitment to investing in you.

We offer a generous pay and benefits package.

If you want to be part of a team that believes in delivering positive outcomes for Children, Young People and Families of Croydon. If you have the skills and experience to be successful in this role, we would love to hear from you.

**Benefits**
You will be valued for your skills and expertise, supported by the team of experienced professionals, as well as the management at Croydon Council, one of the largest employers in the borough. We also offer:
Highly competitive compensation package

29-31 days (grade equivalent) annual leave in addition to Bank Holidays and option to purchase more

A pension scheme with an average employer contribution of 20%

Continuing Professional Development - genuine opportunities to grow, develop and specialise in your career

Investment into your wellbeing

Access to Employee Discount scheme with a range

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