SEND Communications & Appeals Manager

London Borough of Hillingdon; Greater London; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible Working Hours

36 Hour Week

Generous Holiday Entitlement

Salary Sacrifice Schemes

Cycle to Work

LGPS Pension

Job summary

London Borough of Hillingdon is recruiting for a dedicated and experienced SEND leader to drive improvements in our SEND services. You will manage a busy team, work with schools and settings, and ensure high-quality provision for children and young people with SEND.

We offer a comprehensive benefits package, Enhanced DBS checks on appointment, and a strong commitment to safeguarding. You will shape policy, implement best practices, and lead reform across the local area to meet legislative

Qualifications

• A proven track record of managing a busy team and leadership qualities, with the ability to think outside of the box and be solution focused.
• Strong understanding of SEND legislation, including the Children and Families Act 2014 and the SEND Code of Practice.
• Experience handling SEND Appeals, Tribunals, and formal Mediations.
• Knowledge of recent developments in SEND case law and best practices.
• High standard of communication both orally and written.

Skills

Leadership qualities

SEND legislation knowledge

Appeals/Tribunals experience

Case law awareness

Communication skills

Job description

London Borough of Hillingdon is recruiting for a dedicated and experienced SEND leader to drive improvements in our SEND services. You will manage a busy team, work with schools and settings, and ensure high-quality provision for children and young people with SEND.

We offer a comprehensive benefits package, Enhanced DBS checks on appointment, and a strong commitment to safeguarding. You will shape policy, implement best practices, and lead reform across the local area to meet legislative