Manager for SEND Programme

Allscreens Nationwide Ltd; Bedford; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 73,000; Full time

Job summary

Bedford Borough Council is delivering an ambitious SEND transformation programme, bringing together education, health and care partners to improve outcomes for children and young people with SEND.

We are seeking an experienced Manager for SEND Programme to lead this work and shape strategic change across the local area with the Bedfordshire, Luton and Milton Keynes ICB to deliver the Local SEND Reform Plan.

Responsibilities

• Lead multidisciplinary teams, oversee the Local Offer and SENDIASS, champion co-production with children, young people and families.
• Collaborate with Bedford Borough Council, ICB and senior leaders to deliver the Local SEND Reform Plan and Joint SEND Strategy.

Job description

Manager for SEND Programme

Company: Bedford Borough Council

Salary: £64,868 - £72,562

Hours: Full-time

Location: Bedford , MK42 9AP

Working pattern: Hybrid - 2 days remote

Job type: Permanent

Posting date: 24 Aug 2026

Closing date: 11 Sept 2026

Summary

Bedford Borough is delivering an ambitious programme of SEND transformation, bringing together education, health and care partners to improve outcomes for children and young people with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND).

We are looking for an experienced and inspiring Manager for SEND Programme to lead this work. This is an exciting opportunity to shape strategic change across the local area, working jointly with Bedford Borough Council and the Bedfordshire, Luton and Milton Keynes Integrated Care Board (ICB) to deliver our Local SEND Reform Plan, Joint SEND Strategy and wider improvement programme.

This is a varied leadership role, combining strategic programme management with operational oversight. You will lead multidisciplinary teams, oversee the Local Offer and SENDIASS, champion co-production with children, young people and families, and work closely with senior leaders across education, health, social care and the voluntary sector to deliver meaningful and lasting improvements.

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