SEN Teaching and Learning Advisor

Hampshire County Council; Ham; Hybrid; GBP 55,000 - 59,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Assured EAP

Generous annual leave

LGPS local government pension

Job summary

Hampshire County Council is seeking a SEN Teaching and Learning Adviser to improve outcomes for children and young people across Hampshire. Working with schools and other education providers, you'll provide specialist SEND advice, support and challenge to raise standards of achievement.

The role delivers consultancy, training and practical support as part of the Experts at Hand programme, helping school leaders and teachers develop inclusive practice and curriculum design across the county.

Qualifications

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) and significant experience leading SEND provision within a school setting.
• A strong track record of improving outcomes for children and young people through effective interventions and inclusive practice.
• Excellent understanding of the primary and/or secondary curriculum and the characteristics of high-quality teaching and learning.
• Strong communication, influencing and presentation skills, with the ability to build effective partnerships and support improvement across a range of educational settings.
• A collaborative, solution-focused approach, with the ability to analyse complex information, make sound judgements and identify effective solutions.
• A genuine commitment to improving outcomes for children and young people, with a determination to help them reach their full potential.

Responsibilities

• Work with a wide range of schools and education providers, demonstrating best practice and providing specialist SEND advice and support.
• Deliver training, consultancy and professional development to help raise standards of achievement for children and young people with SEND.
• Support schools to develop and embed inclusive approaches that improve participation, engagement and outcomes.
• Help schools identify and implement effective strategies to narrow the gap in achievement for vulnerable learners.
• Build capacity within schools by helping teachers and other professionals develop their expertise in supporting children and young people with SEND.
• Help schools develop a rich, relevant and engaging curriculum that reflects a commitment to personalised and adaptive learning.

Skills

QTS

SEND leadership

Curriculum knowledge

Communication skills

Analytical / judgement

Job description

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SEN Teaching and Learning Advisor

Job Reference: HCC624979

Salary Range: £54,661 - £59,360 per annum (Soulbury 8-11 plus up to 3 SPA), plus a Home Working Allowance of £312 per annum

Work Location: Home based

Hours per week: 37 (part-time hours will be considered, minimum 3 days per week)

Contract Type: Permanent

Closing Date: 4 October 2026

Interview Date: 12 October 2026

The Role:

As a SEN Teaching and Learning Adviser, you'll play a key role in improving outcomes for children and young people across Hampshire. Working with schools and other education providers, you'll provide specialist advice, support and challenge to help strengthen teaching and learning, raise standards of achievement, and support the development of effective provision for children and young people with SEND.

You'll play a central role in delivering Hampshire Local Area Partnership's Experts at Hand offer, providing consultancy, training and practical support across a range of educational settings. Through your work with school leaders, teachers and other professionals, you'll help build expertise and workforce capability, supporting sustainable improvements that lead to better outcomes for children and young people across the county.

What you’ll do:

• Work with a wide range of schools and education providers, demonstrating best practice and providing specialist SEND advice and support.
• Deliver training, consultancy and professional development to help raise standards of achievement for children and young people with SEND.
• Support schools to develop and embed inclusive approaches that improve participation, engagement and outcomes.
• Help schools identify and implement effective strategies to narrow the gap in achievement for vulnerable learners.
• Build capacity within schools by helping teachers and other professionals develop their expertise in supporting children and young people with SEND.
• Help schools develop a rich, relevant and engaging curriculum that reflects a commitment to personalised and adaptive learning.

What we’re looking for:

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) and significant experience leading SEND provision within a school setting.
• A strong track record of improving outcomes for children and young people through effective interventions and inclusive practice.
• Excellent understanding of the primary and/or secondary curriculum and the characteristics of high-quality teaching and learning.
• Strong communication, influencing and presentation skills, with the ability to build effective partnerships and support improvement across a range of educational settings.
• A collaborative, solution-focused approach, with the ability to analyse complex information, make sound judgements and identify effective solutions.
• A genuine commitment to improving outcomes for children and young people, with a determination to help them reach their full potential.

Take a look at our Candidate Pack for more information about the SEN Teaching and Learning Adviser role, team and our values. The ‘About you’ section explains what specific knowledge, skills and experience we want you to tell us about. Make sure you explain how you meet these requirements and demonstrate our values, in your application.

• Make a lasting impact by supporting schools and practitioners to improve outcomes for children and young people with SEND.
• Use your expertise in a varied role that combines consultancy, school improvement, training and workforce development.
• Access to Health Assured's comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme to support your physical and mental wellbeing, including 24/7 telephone support, a suite of online resources, and legal and financial advice.
• Competitive benefits package, including generous annual leave entitlement, occupational sick pay, and access to the Local Government Pension Scheme. Find more information here .

Applicants can expect to hear from us within two weeks of the advertised closing date.

Please note: We are unable to offer sponsorship for this role and therefore it is essential that you already have the right to work in the UK.

Other job titles you may be searching for may include: SEN Adviser, SEND Adviser, SEND Consultant, Inclusion Adviser, Inclusion Consultant, SEND School Improvement Adviser, Specialist Teacher Adviser (SEND), SEND Advisory Teacher, SEND Teaching and Learning Consultant.

Travel Requirements:

You will be required to travel to various locations within Hampshire, and it is essential that you have a current drivers' licence and access to a reliable vehicle on a regular basis.

The post is subject to a Criminal Records Check. As such, please note that under safer recruitment requirements for Children's Services, references will be requested prior to interview.

Contact Details for an Informal Discussion:

Hampshire County Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults. We expect all employees, workers and volunteers to share this commitment. We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect this commitment.

In order to combat discrimination, no unnecessary conditions or requirements will be applied which could have a disproportionately adverse effect on any one group. All sections of the population will have equal access to jobs. No applicant or employee will receive less favourable treatment because of age, disability, gender reassignment, race, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, marriage or civil partnership and pregnancy or maternity, unless a Genuine Occupational Requirement (GOR) applies.

We are a Disability Confident Employer - committed to ensuring that our recruitment and selection process is inclusive and accessible.