Interim Trust Director of SEND

Bohunt Education Trust; Liphook; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Bohunt Education Trust invites applications for an ambitious leader to drive SEND development and inclusion across its schools. The role requires strategic oversight, strong knowledge of SEND legislation and the SEND Code of Practice, and a proven track record of improving outcomes for pupils with SEND.

The successful candidate will collaborate with senior leaders, influence partners and maintain the highest standards of inclusion, equity and pupil outcomes within the Trust.

Qualifications

• Significant leadership experience in SEND, inclusion and school improvement.
• Excellent understanding of SEND legislation, the SEND Code of Practice and national priorities.
• Proven track record of improving provision and outcomes for pupils with SEND.
• Influence and work effectively with a wide range of people and organisations.
• Strategic thinking with a practical, solution-focused approach.
• Collaborate generously, listen with curiosity and develop the expertise of others.
• Demonstrate integrity, compassion and the confidence to provide constructive challenge.
• Have high expectations for every child and a strong commitment to inclusion and equity.

Skills

SEND leadership

SEND legislation

SEND outcomes

Stakeholder influence

Strategic thinking

Collaboration

Integrity & compassion

Inclusion & equity

Education

QTS

Job description

The successful candidate will

• Have significant leadership experience in SEND, inclusion and school improvement.

• Have an excellent understanding of SEND legislation, the SEND Code of Practice and current national priorities.

• Have a proven track record of improving provision and outcomes for pupils with SEND.

• Influence and work effectively with a wide range of people and organisations.

• Combine strategic thinking with a practical, solution-focused approach.

• Collaborate generously, listen with curiosity and develop the expertise of others.

• Demonstrate integrity, compassion and the confidence to provide constructive challenge.

• Have high expectations for every child and a strong commitment to inclusion and equity.

• Hold Qualified Teacher Status (QTS).