Education Growth & Partnerships Manager (SEND)

Allscreens Nationwide Ltd

Leeds

Hybrid

GBP 60,000 - 90,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

A leading education services provider, Allscreens Nationwide Ltd, is seeking a seasoned Business Development Manager to drive growth in specialist education, SEND and children's services in the Leeds area. The role emphasises referrals, occupancy growth and strong commissioner relationships.

You will work with Local Authorities, SEND teams and education stakeholders to convert market data into strategic opportunities, balancing strategic oversight with hands-on business development activities.

Qualifications

Experience in Business Development, Commissioning, Placement Management or Strategic Growth within specialist education, SEND or children's services.
Experience within independent education, specialist education, alternative provision or SEND.
Strong knowledge of EHCPs, SEND legislation, education funding and placement commissioning.
Experience managing referrals, placements, occupancy and high-volume pipelines.
Established relationships across Local Authorities, SEND teams, commissioners and education stakeholders.
Experience with commissioning frameworks, procurement or contract development.
Proven track record of driving referrals, occupancy, revenue or service growth.
Strong commercial, negotiation and influencing skills.
Excellent stakeholder management and communication abilities.
Strong analytical skills and turning market data into opportunities.
Ability to work strategically while remaining hands-on with business development.

Responsibilities

Lead business development activity across specialist education services.
Identify new market opportunities, commissioning priorities and regional demand.
Develop growth plans aligned to capacity, service delivery and organisational objectives.
Build awareness and engagement with key referral and commissioning stakeholders.
Oversee the end-to-end referral and placement process.
Manage and develop referral pipelines to maximise occupancy.
Build relationships with SEN Teams, SEND Case Officers, Commissioners and Placement Teams.
Monitor referral volumes, conversion rates, occupancy, waiting lists and placement trends.
Work closely with operational teams to ensure placements are appropriate and sustainable.
Develop strong relationships with Local Authorities, SEND Commissioners and education stakeholders.
Lead commissioning discussions, placement negotiations and partnership development.
Represent the organisation at sector events, forums and networking opportunities.
Support commissioning frameworks, approved provider lists, tenders and procurement opportunities.
Identify new business opportunities across specialist education, SEND and children's services.
Monitor market trends, competitor activity and regional demand.
Develop targeted engagement strategies with commissioners and referral partners.
Support new service development, mobilisation and expansion.
Provide regular reporting to senior leadership on referrals, occupancy and growth opportunities.