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Lancashire County Council; Broadfield; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A local education authority in Broadfield is seeking a leader for SEND provision. You will work closely with the senior leadership team to implement inclusive practices and support staff in addressing pupils' additional needs. The ideal candidate has QTS and experience with SEND pupils, along with strong leadership skills. This position offers a permanent contract and competitive daily rates on the Upper Pay Scale.

Benefits

Professional development opportunities

Supportive and inclusive environment

Career progression

Qualifications

• Proven experience working with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND) pupils.
• Desire to step into a strategic role outside the classroom.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the SEND provision across the school.
• Work closely with the senior leadership team to drive inclusive practices.
• Support staff with strategies for pupils with additional needs.
• Contribute to whole-school leadership as part of the senior team.
• Liaise with external agencies to ensure high-quality support.

Skills

Leadership skills

Collaborative approach

Experience with SEND pupils

Education

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

NASENCo qualification (or willingness to work towards it)

Job description

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the SEND provision across the school.
• Work closely with SLT to drive inclusive practices and pupil progress.
• Support staff with strategies and interventions for pupils with additional needs.
• Contribute to whole‑school leadership as part of the senior team.
• Liaise with external agencies, parents, and carers to ensure high‑quality support.

Qualifications

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS).
• Proven experience working with SEND pupils.
• Strong leadership skills and a collaborative approach.
• A desire to step into a strategic role outside of the classroom.
• NASENCo qualification (or willingness to work towards it).

Benefits

• A permanent contract with a supportive and inclusive school.
• Competitive daily rate on the Upper Pay Scale.
• A chance to shape SEND strategy and contribute to school leadership.
• Professional development and career progression opportunities.

The post you are applying for is covered by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (as amended in 2013). If successful you will be required to apply to the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) for a 'disclosure'. Information provided by you or the Disclosure and Barring Service will be dealt with in a confidential manner in accordance with the DBS's Code of Practice. You may view the Code of Practice on the DBS website at www.gov.uk/dbs or alternatively a copy is available on request.

Lancashire County Council has a Handling of DBS Certificate Information Policy this is available from the recruiting manager to applicants who are asked to complete a DBS application.

Lancashire County Council has a Policy Statement on the Recruitment of Ex‑offenders this is available to all applicants upon request.

Please note that in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education 2025, an online search will be carried out as part of our due diligence on shortlisted candidates.