SEND School Commissioning & Development Project Lead

The Independent Schools Council; Ipswich; Hybrid; GBP 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

The Independent Schools Council is recruiting a Project Manager (SEND School Commissioning & Development) in Ipswich to lead commissioning and development of a new SEND school. You will manage early planning through to operational mobilisation, ensuring the school opens safely and in compliance.

The role requires senior expertise in education, SEND or complex public sector delivery, with strong communication skills and the ability to work with Local Authorities, contractors and senior

Qualifications

• Extensive experience leading large education or public sector projects.
• Proven ability to coordinate design, planning, regulatory submissions and risk management.
• Strong communication and ability to work with senior stakeholders.
• Commitment to safeguarding and inclusive, child-centred practice.

Responsibilities

• Lead project from early planning through mobilisation to ensure safe, compliant opening.
• Coordinate design, planning, regulatory submissions, risk logs and progress reports.
• Develop and maintain project plans, budgets, timelines and staffing models.
• Support operational systems, policies, recruitment and induction ahead of opening.

Job description

The Independent Schools Council is recruiting a Project Manager (SEND School Commissioning & Development) in Ipswich to lead commissioning and development of a new SEND school. You will manage early planning through to operational mobilisation, ensuring the school opens safely and in compliance.

The role requires senior expertise in education, SEND or complex public sector delivery, with strong communication skills and the ability to work with Local Authorities, contractors and senior