Post-16 SEND SENA Service Leader (Fixed Term)

Leicestershire County Council; England; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

Leicestershire County Council is seeking an experienced Service Manager to lead the Post-16 SENA Team, overseeing transitions for young people with SEND as they move into adulthood. You will collaborate with colleges, health, social care and education partners to strengthen pathways and improve outcomes.

The role focuses on preparation for adulthood, supporting independence and employment, and ensuring statutory EHCP responsibilities are delivered effectively.

Qualifications

• Significant leadership experience in SEND or Post-16 education services.
• Strong knowledge of SEND legislation, guidance, and governance.
• Proven ability to manage staff, budgets and complex programmes of change.
• Excellent communication, negotiation and partnership skills.
• Demonstrated ability to use data to inform service improvement.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic leadership of the Post-16 SENA Team.
• Drive improvements in Post-16 EHCPs, annual reviews and transitions.
• Build partnerships with colleges and Post-16 providers to improve outcomes.
• Lead and develop staff with a focus on high standards and accountability.
• Ensure young people’s aspirations and adult outcomes are central to decisions.
• Collaborate across education, health, and social care to support transitions.
• Contribute to SEND sufficiency, funding, and budget management.
• Oversee complex cases, mediation, and complaints.
• Champion co-production and the voice of young people and families.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic planning

Partnership building

Budget management

Governance

Education

Qualified management qualification

Job description

Leicestershire County Council is seeking an experienced Service Manager to lead the Post-16 SENA Team, overseeing transitions for young people with SEND as they move into adulthood. You will collaborate with colleges, health, social care and education partners to strengthen pathways and improve outcomes.

The role focuses on preparation for adulthood, supporting independence and employment, and ensuring statutory EHCP responsibilities are delivered effectively.