Post-16 SENA Service Lead (Fixed Term)

Consult; Glenfield; Hybrid; GBP 65,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

Leicestershire County Council is seeking a Service Manager to lead the Post-16 SENA Team, guiding young people through transitions to adulthood and coordinating with colleges and health, social care and education partners. You will drive improvements in EHCPs, annual reviews and preparation for adulthood while managing staff and resources to deliver high-quality services.

The role emphasizes partnership, co-production and ensuring outcomes for young people, with flexible working options and a

Qualifications

• Significant relevant experience within SEND, Post-16 education or a closely related service for children and young people.
• Strong knowledge of SEND legislation, statutory guidance, national policy and governance around SEND.
• Substantial senior management and leadership experience within a complex service.
• Proven ability to manage staff and resources, drive change and deliver outcomes.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic leadership of the Post-16 SENA Team.
• Drive improvements in Post-16 EHCPs, annual reviews, transitions, and preparation for adulthood.
• Build partnerships with colleges and Post-16 providers to improve outcomes for young people with SEND.
• Lead and develop staff, maintaining high standards, accountability, and performance.
• Ensure young people’s aspirations and adult life outcomes guide decisions.
• Collaborate across education, health, and social care for successful transitions.
• Contribute to SEND sufficiency, commissioning and budget management.
• Oversee complex cases, mediation, tribunals and complaints.
• Champion co-production and the voice of young people and families.

Skills

Management qualification

SEND experience

Senior leadership

Performance management

Communication skills

Partnership building

Resource management

Education

Management qualification

Job description

Leicestershire County Council is seeking a Service Manager to lead the Post-16 SENA Team, guiding young people through transitions to adulthood and coordinating with colleges and health, social care and education partners. You will drive improvements in EHCPs, annual reviews and preparation for adulthood while managing staff and resources to deliver high-quality services.

The role emphasizes partnership, co-production and ensuring outcomes for young people, with flexible working options and a