Senior 0-5 SEND Service Lead: Strategy & Partnerships

Westfield Secondary School; Sheffield; Hybrid; GBP 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Westfield Secondary School is seeking an experienced Service Manager to provide strategic leadership for the 0-5 SEND Service in Sheffield. You will report to the Assistant Director and lead a team, manage performance and budgets, shape policy and work with families, early years settings and partners to deliver inclusive, high-quality support.

You will bring senior management experience in children and families services, strong EYFS knowledge, SEND legislation and practice, and a proven ability

Qualifications

• Degree or equivalent required; management training or proven experience advisable.
• Experience in children and families services.
• Knowledge of Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS).
• Knowledge of SEND legislation and practice.
• Proven track record in leading people, change, partnerships and budgets.

Responsibilities

• Lead the 0-5 SEND service and drive service development.
• Manage people, performance, budgets and resources.
• Use data and QA to improve outcomes.
• Build strong partnerships and advise senior leaders and elected members.

Skills

Strategic leadership

Team management

Budget management

Stakeholder engagement

Data-driven improvement

Communication & influencing

Education

Degree or equivalent

Job description

Westfield Secondary School is seeking an experienced Service Manager to provide strategic leadership for the 0-5 SEND Service in Sheffield. You will report to the Assistant Director and lead a team, manage performance and budgets, shape policy and work with families, early years settings and partners to deliver inclusive, high-quality support.

You will bring senior management experience in children and families services, strong EYFS knowledge, SEND legislation and practice, and a proven ability