Assistant Director of SEND

Faerfield Limited; South Yorkshire; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading children's services organization in South Yorkshire seeks an inspiring leader for the SEND Transformation Programme. You will drive systemic improvements and oversee a dedicated workforce focused on enhancing services for children with additional needs. Your role will involve managing budgets and fostering a collaborative culture. If you are passionate about making a difference in the lives of children and young adults in Sheffield, we encourage you to apply.

Qualifications

• Experience in Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) management.
• Proven leadership skills in driving transformational change.
• Ability to unite partners and manage significant budgets.

Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee the SEND Transformation Programme in Sheffield.
• Drive systemwide improvements in services for children with additional needs.
• Manage and support a dedicated workforce focused on quality outcomes.

Job description

Are you ready to lead transformational change for children and young people in Sheffield?

We are seeking an inspiring and strategic leader to take on this role - someone who can deliver on our promise to provide outstanding support and outcomes for every child with additional needs.

You will be at the forefront of our SEND Transformation Programme, driving systemwide improvements, championing collaborative working, and ensuring our services are joined up, efficient, and focused on quality.

This is your chance to shape our ambitious plans for the future of SEND provision in a city that is committed to inclusion and making a real difference to those we serve. As a key member of our leadership team, you will oversee a dedicated SEND workforce and manage a significant budget to deliver high-impact services for young people.

We are looking for a diplomatic and visionary leader - someone who can build morale, model best practice, and hold teams to account while fostering a culture of support, learning, and continuous improvement. Your expertise in SEND and education, alongside your ability to unite partners and drive change, will be vital as we move forward through our delivery plans.

If you are passionate about making Sheffield a place where our children with additional needs can thrive and achieve their ambitions for adulthood, we want to hear from you.

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