SEND Education Manager

Red 5 People Ltd; Greater London; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational organization in London is seeking an experienced individual to lead Supported Internships aimed at transforming the futures of young people with special educational needs. The role involves managing a team, delivering high-quality educational programmes, and building strong relationships with employers. Candidates should have staff management experience in an education setting regulated by Ofsted, with knowledge of SEND preferred. This position offers the chance to make a meaningful impact on learners' lives.

Qualifications

• Experience managing staff within an education setting regulated by Ofsted.
• Understanding of Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) is beneficial.
• Potential backgrounds include Curriculum Manager, SEND Lead, Centre Manager, or Quality Manager.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support Programme Coordinators to deliver high-quality programmes.
• Champion teaching and job coaching standards.
• Track performance to ensure the best learner experience.
• Build relationships with employers to grow opportunities.
• Use feedback to shape improvements and share best practices.

Skills

Managing staff

Building relationships

Performance tracking

Understanding SEND

Job description

Are you passionate about transforming the futures of young people with special educational needs? This role gives you the chance to lead a team delivering Supported Internships – programmes that combine classroom learning, functional skills, job coaching and real employer placements. The result? Learners gain the confidence and skills to step into meaningful, paid work. You’ll line-manage a Programme Coordinator, who supports Tutors, Job Coaches and Employer Engagement staff. Together, you’ll make sure the programme not only runs smoothly but also inspires learners to achieve their potential. What you’ll be doing :

• Lead and support Programme Coordinators to deliver engaging, high-quality programmes
• Champion excellent teaching, functional skills delivery and job coaching standards
• Track performance and outcomes, ensuring learners get the best possible experience
• Build strong relationships with employers and referral partners to grow opportunities
• Use insight and feedback to shape improvements and share best practice

We’re looking for someone who :

• Has experience managing staff within an education setting regulated by Ofsted
• Brings an understanding of SEND or employment support (helpful, not essential)
• May come from roles such as Curriculum Manager, SEND Lead, Centre Manager, Quality Manager or Deputy Head

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