Interim Head of SEND & ALS

Morgan Hunt UK Limited; Peterborough; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Morgan Hunt UK Limited is seeking a successful candidate to lead the ALS and SEND Support Management team, driving high-quality learning support and strategic growth. You will guide staff development, oversee training programs, and ensure robust quality processes across teaching and specialist delivery.

The role requires proven leadership in education, budget management, and strong stakeholder engagement. You will collaborate with internal and external partners to align with local and national

Qualifications

• Proven leadership experience in education or a relevant field.
• Experience in implementing change and driving improvements to working practices.
• Experience in budget management funding and ALS funding methodologies.
• Experience in developing stakeholder relationships and attending committees/networks.
• Experience in meeting audit/inspection requirements and implementing recommendations.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership and ongoing development for the ALS and SEND Support Management team to ensure high-quality learning support.
• Offer guidance and professional development opportunities to maintain a high standard of service.
• Oversee the design and delivery of staff training programs to enhance teaching and support for students with additional learning needs.
• Ensure a robust process for maintaining quality service to students in class, out of class, or in specialist teaching.
• Proactively seek opportunities to establish and grow funding streams for the provision and services to students.
• Foster strong partnerships with internal and external stakeholders related to SEND and ALS to reflect local and national trends.

Skills

Leadership experience

Staff development

Budget management

Stakeholder engagement

Audit readiness

Education

Degree or professional-level qualification in a relevant subject

Management Certificate/Diploma

Full teaching qualification (PGCE, Cert Ed, DTLLS, DET)

Specialist Level 5+ qualification in SpLD

GCSE English and Maths (Grade C/4) or level 2 equivalent

Job description

The Role

Working collaboratively with the ALS and SEND Management team to develop and deliver outstanding Group ALS and SEND provisions. Where all service delivery is of the highest quality, student-centred and maximises student achievement and progress.

Contributing to the strategic direction, growth, and stakeholder accountability of ALS and SEND, in partnership with the Assistant Principal Student Experience and Support.

Your main duties and responsibilities will include, but will not be limited to the following areas:

• Provide leadership, management, and ongoing development for the ALS and SEND Support Management team to ensure high-quality learning support.
• Offer guidance and professional development opportunities to maintain a high standard of service.
• Oversee the design and delivery of training programs for staff to enhance their awareness and skills in teaching and supporting students with additional learning needs.
• Ensure a robust process for maintaining quality service to students, whether in class, out of class, or in specialist teaching, in collaboration with quality and curriculum teams.
• Proactively seek opportunities to establish, strengthen, and increase funding streams to support the growth of the provision and services to students.
• Foster strong partnerships with internal and external stakeholders related to SEND and ALS to maintain a responsive provision reflecting local and national trends and demands.

The Person

• A degree or professional-level qualification in a relevant subject
• Management Certificate/Diploma
• Full teaching qualification (PGCE, Cert Ed, DTLLS, DET)
• Specialist level 5 or above qualification in SpLD or similar
• GCSE English Language and Maths (Grade C/4 or above) or other Level 2 equivalent qualifications
• Experience
• Proven leadership experience in a similar role within education or a relevant field
• Implementing change and driving improvements to working practices
• In-depth knowledge of SEND, ALS, and inclusive education practices
• Experience in budget management funding
• Experience with ALS funding methodologies and high-needs allocations
• Experience in managing a diverse team of people including staff recruitment managing performance and motivating staff to achieve the highest level of quality and performance
• Experience in developing stakeholder relationships and attending committees/networks
• Successful experience in meeting audit/inspection requirements including responding effectively to recommendations

Morgan Hunt is an equal opportunities employer. Job suitability is assessed on merit in accordance with the individual's skills, qualifications and abilities to perform the relevant duties required in a particular role.