SEND Transformation Project Lead (Hybrid)

Carrington Blake Recruitment; Ilford; Hybrid; GBP 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Carrington Blake Recruitment is seeking an experienced Project Manager to lead SEND improvement projects within a local authority. Hybrid role with two days in the office weekly, coordinating education, health and social care partners to deliver on-time, value-for-money improvements for children with SEND.

Candidates will manage multiple workstreams, translate policy into actions and report progress to senior leaders. Strong planning, governance and stakeholder engagement skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Experience managing complex projects, preferably within education or children’s services.
• Strong project planning, organisational and problem-solving skills.
• Experience coordinating multiple stakeholders and competing priorities.
• Ability to monitor risks, deadlines, performance data and project outcomes.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including preparing reports for senior audiences.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, high-profile environment.
• A collaborative, resilient and solution-focused approach.

Responsibilities

• Manage SEND improvement and reform projects using recognised project management methodologies.
• Develop and maintain project plans, milestones, risk registers, issues and dependencies.
• Coordinate multiple workstreams, ensuring progress against deadlines and outcomes.
• Translate national SEND policy, guidance and local improvement plans into practical actions.
• Ensure projects align with statutory duties, best practice and Department for Education expectations.
• Work with schools, education providers, health and social care professionals, and voluntary sector partners.
• Support SEND Improvement Boards and prepare reports, briefings, dashboards and progress updates for senior leaders.
• Engage with parents, carers and young people to support co-production and service improvement.
• Monitor performance data, develop KPIs and measure project outcomes and benefits.
• Maintain accurate records and audit trails for governance and compliance.

Job description

Carrington Blake Recruitment is seeking an experienced Project Manager to lead SEND improvement projects within a local authority. Hybrid role with two days in the office weekly, coordinating education, health and social care partners to deliver on-time, value-for-money improvements for children with SEND.

Candidates will manage multiple workstreams, translate policy into actions and report progress to senior leaders. Strong planning, governance and stakeholder engagement skills are essential.