Strategic SEND Reform Programme Lead

Calderdale Council; Halifax; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working

Job summary

Calderdale Council is seeking a SEND Reform Programme Manager to lead the design, implementation and evaluation of its SEND Reform Programme. The post, based in Calderdale, will translate national reform agendas into practical local action and deliver lasting improvements across education, health, social care and the voluntary sector.

The role requires strategic vision, substantial programme delivery experience and a passion for inclusion, with responsibility for governance, budgeting and

Qualifications

• Experience leading large SEND reform or education programmes.
• Proven ability to translate policy into local action.
• Strong leadership and influencing skills.
• Experience managing budgets, governance and risks.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design, implementation and evaluation of Calderdale's SEND Reform Programme.
• Drive delivery of national reforms and improve inclusion across services.
• Build partnerships with schools, health, social care and voluntary sector.
• Oversee governance, stakeholder engagement and performance reporting.

Skills

Strategic leadership

Programme management

Stakeholder engagement

Partnership working

Change management

Budget management

Communication

Job description

Calderdale Council is seeking a SEND Reform Programme Manager to lead the design, implementation and evaluation of its SEND Reform Programme. The post, based in Calderdale, will translate national reform agendas into practical local action and deliver lasting improvements across education, health, social care and the voluntary sector.

The role requires strategic vision, substantial programme delivery experience and a passion for inclusion, with responsibility for governance, budgeting and