Strategic Head of SEND Commissioning & System Change

Slough Borough Council; Slough; Hybrid; GBP 84,000 - 94,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

26 days annual leave

Local Government Pension Scheme

Wellbeing initiatives

Tax-free childcare

Season ticket loan

Job summary

Slough Borough Council is seeking a Head of Commissioning - SEND to shape local provision for children and young people aged 0-25, ensuring access to high-quality support close to home and achieving better outcomes. You will lead SEND sufficiency planning and commissioning at scale, driving improvements and value for money.

This role requires strategic leadership, collaboration across education, health and social care, and a commercially astute approach.

Responsibilities

• Lead SEND sufficiency planning, market development and commissioned services at scale.
• Manage a significant High Needs Block budget and develop sustainable local solutions.
• Strengthen partnerships across education, health and social care to deliver value for money.

Job description

Slough Borough Council is seeking a Head of Commissioning - SEND to shape local provision for children and young people aged 0-25, ensuring access to high-quality support close to home and achieving better outcomes. You will lead SEND sufficiency planning and commissioning at scale, driving improvements and value for money.

This role requires strategic leadership, collaboration across education, health and social care, and a commercially astute approach.