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About the RoleThe successful candidate will have a deep understanding of social care and SEND legislative and procedural frameworks, ensuring services meet their statutory responsibilities under the Children and Families Act 2014 and SEND Code of Practice 2015. You will be instrumental in promoting continuous improvement within Lancashire, forging relationships, sharing knowledge, and driving organisational change through collaborative working.
Key Responsibilities- Take a strategic lead in shaping and developing the social care elements of the SEND strategy across Lancashire.
- Promote practice development within social care teams and agencies to meet the responsibilities outlined in the SEND Code of Practice.
- Inspire and influence multiagency social care partners, fostering collaboration and developing practices to ensure the best possible outcomes for disabled children and young people in terms of their education, health, and social care needs.
- Represent social care at key regional and national events and provide expert professional advice on SEND reforms related to social care.
- Deep understanding of social care and SEND legislative and procedural frameworks.
- Proven track record of effectively engaging and collaborating with diverse stakeholders.
- Excellent communication, negotiation, and conflict resolution abilities.
- Ability to build and maintain strong relationships with stakeholders and social care teams.
We offer a range of benefits, including:
- 26 days annual leave rising to 32 days with tenure, plus bank holidays.
- 2 additional days at Christmas.
- 20 days that can be purchased.
- Generous local authority pension with shared/matched voluntary contributions available.
- Enviable benefits package with discounts across a range of goods, services, shopping, and entertainment.
If you are passionate about SEND and committed to making a difference, we encourage you to apply. Please provide a supporting statement highlighting why you fit the role requirements and a CV/resume with your application.
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