SEND Manager (Norwich)

Inspiration Trust; Norwich; On-site; GBP 11,000 - 13,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading educational trust in Norwich is seeking a part-time support staff member to help implement a broad curriculum for students with special educational needs. The successful candidate will lead a team, manage educational processes, and promote high standards in teaching. Ideal candidates will possess strong leadership, conflict resolution, and numeracy skills. This role offers competitive pay, generous leave, and various benefits including professional development programs.

Benefits

Generous annual leave

Health Plan and Employee Assistance Programme

Cycle-to-work scheme

Free parking

Personalised CPD and development programmes

Qualifications

• Experience of working with children with special educational needs.
• Understanding of learning difficulties and strategies to support student learning.
• Experience of working with or caring for children of relevant age.
• Experience of working in partnership with parents.

Responsibilities

• Support the implementation of a broad, balanced and inclusive curriculum for students with SEND.
• Promote appropriate provision for students with Special Educational Needs.
• Manage EHCP processes, including applications for needs assessment.
• Lead and support the provision of CPD for staff.

Skills

Leadership

Delegation and workload management

Conflict resolution

Coaching and mentoring

Parent partnership

Multi-agency working

Education

GCSE (or equivalent) Maths and English

Tools

ICT

Job description

Salary

Support Staff Pay Scale G: £11,475 to £12,262 pro‑rata per annum (Actual) (£31,537 - £33,699 full time/full year equivalent)

Part Time: 15 hours per week / 2 days (Tuesday, Wednesday). Working Weeks: 40 weeks. Start Date: January 2026.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Support the implementation of a broad, balanced and inclusive curriculum for students with SEND.
• Promote appropriate provision for students with Special Educational Needs as part of the high standards for teaching and learning and achievement and progress for students with SEND.
• Manage EHCP processes, including applications for needs assessment, annual reviews and consultations.
• Lead and support the provision of CPD for staff to help them deliver interventions and support sessions in line with school/provider expectations as required.

The ideal candidate will have

• Leadership: Ability to lead, motivate, and support a team of SEND staff (TAs, LSAs, SEN teachers) to deliver high‑quality provision.
• Delegation and workload management: Skilled in assigning tasks effectively and ensuring staff capacity is used efficiently.
• Conflict resolution: Ability to handle sensitive situations calmly and fairly within a team.
• Coaching and mentoring: Supporting the development of TAs and teachers to improve SEND practice.
• Parent partnership: Building positive relationships with parents and carers through empathy and transparency.
• Multi‑agency working: Liaising effectively with Educational Psychologists, Speech and Language Therapists, CAMHS, etc.

You will also need to have

• Good numeracy and literacy skills/GCSE (or equivalent) Maths and English.
• Experience of working with children with special educational needs.
• Understanding of learning difficulties and strategies to support student learning.
• Experience of working with or caring for children of relevant age.
• Experience of working in partnership with parents.
• Full competence in using ICT.

We offer

• Generous annual leave and access to the Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS) with excellent employer contributions.
• Health Plan and Employee Assistance Programme, including 24/7 virtual GP access, mental health support and claim‑back options for healthcare costs.
• Cycle‑to‑work scheme, retail and theatre discounts (including discounted shopping vouchers, dentist and gym memberships), and salary sacrifice options (including home technology).
• Free parking at most sites.
• Personalised CPD and development programmes.
• A structured and specific induction programme.
• *Terms and conditions apply. Some benefits are only available following successfully passing probation.

About Us

Sir Isaac Newton Sixth Form is a highly successful maths and science specialist sixth form for students aged 16‑19, located in the heart of Norwich. Ranked sixth nationally in the Sunday Times Parent Power guide, the school has been judged Outstanding by Ofsted in all areas.

We are proud of our vibrant and supportive staff community, where satisfaction and retention are exceptionally high. In January 2025, Sir Isaac Newton Sixth Form was recognised with a Staff Choice Award by Edurio, placing us in the top 10 schools nationally as a recommended place to work.

Joining our team means being part of a forward‑thinking, ambitious environment where your expertise is valued, your professional development is supported, and you have the opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of young people aiming for excellence in STEM and beyond.

We are part of the Inspiration Trust, twice ranked as the country’s top family of comprehensive schools for pupil progress, and strongly believe in the importance of giving the widest educational opportunities to all young people, regardless of their background.

The Inspiration Trust is a Multi Academy Trust, committed to delivering the very best educational experience for the young people of Norfolk and Suffolk, across 17 schools. We are ambitious for our schools and communities and want to create Britain’s highest performing federation of 3‑19 schools and transform education in the East. Inspiration Trust specialises in transforming schools in disadvantaged areas and taking academies from failing to outstanding.

Sir Isaac Newton Sixth Form is rated Outstanding, following Ofsted inspections in 2018 and 2023. Inspectors noted: "The ambitious and inclusive vision of senior leaders, governors, and trust members has resulted in an outstanding educational experience for students. They thrive because of the very high quality of education that they receive."

Closing date for applications: 12pm on Wednesday 7th January 2026.
Interview date: Thursday 15th or Friday 16th January 2026.

Safeguarding and Equal Opportunities

Inspiration Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All staff appointments are subject to satisfactory references and enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service checks. We are an equal opportunities employer.