SEND Education Manager

Red 5 People; Dudley; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A community support organization in Dudley is seeking a dedicated manager to lead a new programme aimed at assisting young people with learning disabilities and autism in securing paid employment. The ideal candidate will have experience in education or SEND and passion for inclusive learning. Important responsibilities include team recruitment, relationship management, and ensuring compliance with quality standards. This position offers a chance to make a real difference in the community.

Qualifications

• Experience leading teams in education, SEND or supported employment.
• Knowledge of quality frameworks and safeguarding.

Responsibilities

• Recruit and manage a high-performing team.
• Build relationships with employers and local authorities.
• Oversee quality assurance and compliance.
• Drive learner success into sustained employment.

Skills

Team leadership

Relationship building

Knowledge of safeguarding

Experience in education or SEND

Job description

Lead the launch of a new programme helping young people with learning disabilities and autism move into paid employment. Combining classroom learning with real workplace experience, the programme supports learners with Education, Health and Care Plans to gain skills, confidence, and independence.

We’re looking for someone who has led teams in education, SEND, or supported employment — perhaps as a Curriculum Manager, Programme Manager, SEND Manager, Learning Support Manager, or Supported Employment Lead.

You’ll:

• Recruit and manage a high-performing team
• Build strong relationships with employers, local authorities, and families
• Oversee quality, safeguarding, and compliance
• Drive learner success into sustained employment

You’ll bring leadership experience in FE or specialist provision, knowledge of quality frameworks and safeguarding, and a passion for inclusive education.

Please apply via this advert — we aim to respond to everyone. If you haven’t heard back within 72 hours, please use the “Send Us a Message” form on theContact Uspage of the Red 5 People website, and a real person will get back to you.

Tagged as: Supported Internships