SEND Head of Area (Communication & Interaction)

Bristol Cathedral Choir School; West of England; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 70,000; Part time

Job summary

Bristol Cathedral Choir School in Bristol, England is seeking a Head of Communication and Interaction to lead the SEND provision during a period of significant change toward world-class provision. This part-time maternity cover (3 days per week) will oversee ALP procurement and cost-effectiveness, with a focus on student-facing work and collaboration within a positive, detail-oriented team.

The role requires SEND expertise and the ability to evaluate provisions for value and impact within the

Qualifications

• Experience with SEND provision and evaluation of cost-effectiveness.
• Ability to lead procurement of Alternative Learning Provisions (ALP).
• Strong leadership and collaboration within a SEND department.

Responsibilities

• Lead all aspects of communication and interaction provision within the SEND team.
• Engage in student-facing work as part of the role.
• Oversee procurement of ALP within the school’s budget.
• Support maternity cover and ensure continuity of SEND services.

Job description

We are looking for a dedicated and enthusiastic Head of Communication and Interaction to join a talented and highly committed SEND team during a period of significant change at the school – moving the school from delivering good educational provision to something that is genuinely world class.

The school serves students from all backgrounds, including those with complex needs. The school has a significantly higher than average number of students with EHCPs along with many others who are on the SEND register. We are looking for an experienced SEND colleague to lead all aspects of communication and interaction provision within the school. The post holder will also engage in student-facing work as part of their role and will also lead on managing the SEND department’s procurement of alternative learning provisions (ALP) based on the finances available.

This role is a part of a job share (3 days per week) and is a maternity cover contract offered on a fixed term basis for 12 months, or until the return of the postholder, whichever is sooner.

This role requires someone who has a positive disposition, who has attention to detail, who is a rule followerand who is a team player. The role will suit someone who has a good understanding of SEND and a sharp eye for evaluating provisions for cost-effectiveness.