SEND Manager at Hamilton School

Moseley School & Sixth Form; Reading; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PensionScheme

AnnualLeave

ME Day

ProfessionalDevelopment

HybridWorking

Perkbox

Wellbeing and Health

EmployeeAssistanceProgramme

MentalHealth First Aid Support

Recognition and Community

EmployeeReferral Scheme

Job summary

Hamilton School in Reading is seeking a proactive SEND Manager to coordinate administrative and operational SEND processes, including annual reviews and EHCP administration, while ensuring compliance and high standards of provision.

You will line manage up to four teaching assistants, liaise with parents and external agencies, and contribute to continuous improvement of SEND provision across the school and Maiden Erlegh Trust partners.

Qualifications

• Experience within SEND, education or a related administrative environment.
• Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and statutory deadlines.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
• A commitment to inclusion and supporting students with additional needs.
• The ability to work collaboratively with school staff, families and external professionals.
• Confidence using ICT systems, databases and provision mapping tools.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate key SEND administrative and operational processes.
• Manage annual reviews and support EHCP-related procedures.
• Maintain accurate SEND records, data and provision mapping systems.
• Liaise with parents, carers, local authorities and external agencies.
• Monitor SEND student attendance, progress and intervention outcomes.
• Support quality assurance and continuous improvement of SEND provision.
• Provide guidance and training support to staff on SEND processes and inclusion.
• Line manage up to four Teaching Assistants.

Skills

SEND experience

Organisational skills

Priorities management

Communication skills

Inclusion commitment

Collaboration with staff/families

ICT systems proficiency

Job description

About this Role

Are you passionate about making a difference for childrenand young people with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND)?Hamilton School is seeking a highly organised, proactive and committed SENDManager to play a key role in supporting the delivery of effective SENDprovision across our school.

Working closely with the SENCO and wider school team, youwill coordinate a wide range of SEND processes, including annual reviews,Education, Health and Care Plan (EHCP) administration, external agency liaison,alternative provision coordination, student support and SEND complianceactivities. You will help ensure that students with SEND receive the supportthey need to thrive academically, socially and emotionally.

As a Disability Confident employer, we want to ensureeveryone can perform at their best when applying to work with us. If you needany support with your application or adjustments during the selection process,please contact our People Team by emailing [email protected] or calling0118 929 6020.

About the Role

As SEND Manager, you will:

• Lead and coordinate key SEND administrative and operational processes.
• Manage annual reviews and support EHCP-related procedures.
• Maintain accurate SEND records, data and provision mapping systems.
• Liaise with parents, carers, local authorities and external agencies.
• Monitor SEND student attendance, progress and intervention outcomes.
• Support quality assurance and continuous improvement of SEND provision.
• Provide guidance and training support to staff on SEND processes and inclusion.
• Line manage up to four Teaching Assistants.

About You

We are looking for someone who has:

• Experience within SEND, education or a related administrative environment.
• Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail.
• The ability to manage multiple priorities and statutory deadlines.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
• A commitment to inclusion and supporting students with additional needs.
• The ability to work collaboratively with school staff, families and external professionals.
• Confidence using ICT systems, databases and provision mapping tools.

Hamilton School

HamiltonSchool in Reading is a place of opportunity, belonging and growth for youngpeople aged 11-16. As a special school within Maiden Erlegh Trust, itprovides a highly supportive environment for students who benefit from smallerclasses, strong relationships and personalised approaches that help them learn,develop confidence and succeed in life.

Every dayat Hamilton is different. Staff work closely as a team to spark curiosity,celebrate progress and help students build the skills they need for the future.The school moved into its purpose-built home on Bulmershe Road in 2022, amodern and welcoming space designed around the needs of its learners.

Hamiltonsupports students with social, emotional and mental health needs and isrecognised for its expertise, teamwork and impact, including a Pride ofReading Award nomination from parents.

TheHamilton team is united by commitment and compassion, and colleagues describethe staff team as exceptional in how they support one another and theirstudents. As part of the Trust's Special and Alternative Provision Hub,colleagues connect across schools to share practice, develop professionally andaccess strong wellbeing support.

ABOUT MAIDEN ERLEGH TRUST

MaidenErlegh Trust is a growing community of schools across Berkshire andOxfordshire, working together to deliver the best possible education for everychild and young person. With around 800 staff and 5000 students across nineschools, including primary, secondary, special, and alternative provision, weare proud of the diversity that shapes our expertise.

We AimHigh, Be Inclusive, and Work Together. These values drive ourfocus on high-quality education for all, through collaboration, inclusion, andcontinuous improvement.

Throughthe Maiden Erlegh Institute, colleagues access high-quality professionallearning at every stage of their career, supported by mentoring, leadershipopportunities, and our annual MET Staff Conference-a day that unites our wholeteam in sharing best practice and learning.

Joiningour Trust means being part of a community that invests in people and valuesexpertise; it is about playing a direct role in shaping the lives and outcomesof young people.

You canlearn more about working with us and hear from colleagues across our Trust byclicking here to visit our website.

Benefitsof Working with Maiden Erlegh Trust

Staffwellbeing and professional development are central to how we work. Colleaguesbenefit from a wide range of opportunities and schemes, including:

• PensionScheme - Generousemployer contributions through the Teachers' Pension Scheme or Local GovernmentPension Scheme
• AnnualLeave - Generousentitlement, increasing with length of service
• ME Day - One additional day's leave eachyear for a significant personal event
• ProfessionalDevelopment -Extensive CPD through the Maiden Erlegh Institute, annual Trust Conference andapprenticeship opportunities
• HybridWorking - Flexibleworking arrangements for eligible roles
• Perkbox - Discounts, wellbeing resourcesand monthly perk points
• Wellbeingand Health - Freeflu vaccinations and eye tests (where eligible)
• EmployeeAssistance Programme- 24/7 support and discount schemes
• MentalHealth First Aid Support
• Recognitionand Community -Celebrating achievements and milestones across #TeamMET
• EmployeeReferral Scheme

Workingfor our Trust means contributing to something larger by supporting theeducation and life chances of children and young people every day.

AdditionalInformation

If youbelieve this is an environment where you can thrive, develop and make a meaningful contribution, please contact [email protected]for an informal discussion.

Applicantsare encouraged to apply early, as we reserve the right to close the advert andinterview at any time.

MaidenErlegh Trust is an equal opportunities employer and is committed tosafeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. The successful candidatewill be subject to an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references.