Strategic Lead, Alternative Provision & Inclusion

Lancashire County Council; Lancashire; On-site; GBP 66,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

Lancashire County Council is advertising via its Inclusion Service for a Senior Manager for Alternative Provision. The role focuses on strategic leadership, governance and oversight across Alternative Provision, Elective Home Education and Education Medical Needs, with responsibility for staff line management and budget oversight.

The post holder will drive cross-agency collaboration, ensure statutory compliance, data collection and performance monitoring, and engage with key stakeholders to

Responsibilities

• Lead the strategic delivery of Alternative Provision, Education Medical Needs and Elective Home Education services.
• Provide expert advice, intelligence and insight to inform decision-making and manage risk.
• Oversee quality assurance, commissioning, performance and data systems to drive service improvement.
• Further develop integrated inclusion pathways across Alternative Provision, SEND, Early Help and Social Care services.
• Lead high-performing teams and partnerships to deliver service objectives, transformation and positive outcomes for children and families.

Skills

Strategic leadership

Stakeholder engagement

Data analysis

Performance monitoring

Team leadership

Risk management

Job description

Lancashire County Council is advertising via its Inclusion Service for a Senior Manager for Alternative Provision. The role focuses on strategic leadership, governance and oversight across Alternative Provision, Elective Home Education and Education Medical Needs, with responsibility for staff line management and budget oversight.

The post holder will drive cross-agency collaboration, ensure statutory compliance, data collection and performance monitoring, and engage with key stakeholders to