Team Manager (Education)

City of York Council; York; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading council as a Team Manager in the Education Service, focusing on Special Educational Needs (SEND). This role is pivotal in ensuring that educational provisions meet high standards for young individuals with SEND. Oversee a dedicated team, implement effective teaching programs, and support staff in fostering successful outcomes for learners.

Benefits

Enhanced company sick and maternity/paternity pay

Access to Blue Light Discount Card and Costco membership

Access to free occupational health services

Two wellbeing days per year

Fully paid training and access to nationally recognised qualifications

Generous annual leave allowance

Employers pension scheme

Travel to work scheme

UR STARS recognition program

Qualifications

• Strong people management skills.
• Passion for Special Educational Needs (SEND).
• Ability to work under pressure and manage competing priorities.

Responsibilities

• Lead the education provision for 16-25-year-olds with SEND.
• Oversee the SEND team and ensure high performance.
• Support the development and delivery of educational services.

Skills

People Management

Teaching Practices for SEND

Deadline Management

Education

Minimum Level 2 qualifications in English and Maths

Level 2 ICT qualification (or equivalent competence)

Relevant teaching qualification (e.g., 7307/PTLLS/AET/Cert Ed)

Job description

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Do you possess strong people management skills and a passion for Special Educational Needs (SEND)? If so, we welcome your application and would be keen to hear from you.

NON CYC VACANCY

Do you possess strong people management skills and a passion for Special Educational Needs (SEND)? If so, we welcome your application and would be keen to hear from you.

Key Purpose Of The Role

We are seeking a Team Manager to join our URTEC Education Service and take the lead on ensuring that our education provision meets the high standards required for individuals with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND). This is a fantastic opportunity to have a meaningful impact on the delivery of education for 16-25-year-olds with SEND, supporting both teaching staff and learners to achieve excellent outcomes.

This is a small but expanding department. As Team Manager, you will be part of a collaborative team, reporting to and working closely with the Service Manager to support the development and delivery of the service.

The Team Manager will be responsible for overseeing Education Provisionals and leading the SEND team, with a strong focus on people management. This role involves supporting, developing, and motivating staff to ensure high performance, fostering a collaborative team culture, and driving the effective implementation of teaching programs to deliver outstanding educational outcomes.

Essential Criteria

• Minimum Level 2 qualifications in English and Maths.
• Level 2 ICT qualification (or equivalent competence).
• Excellent understanding of teaching, learning, and assessment practices for SEND learners.
• Proven ability to manage teams effectively and to foster positive working relationships across various stakeholders.
• Ability to work under pressure, meet deadlines, and manage competing priorities.
  
  

Desirable

• Relevant teaching qualification (e.g., 7307/PTLLS/AET/Cert Ed)
• Strong knowledge of post-16 SEND learning and quality assurance processes
  
  

In return, we will help you build a rewarding career along with the following benefits:

• Enhanced company sick and maternity/paternity pay
• Access to Blue Light Discount Card and Costco membership*
• Access to free occupational health, physiotherapy, counselling, wellbeing and advice services
• Two wellbeing days per year
• Fully paid training and access to nationally recognised qualifications/apprenticeships
• Generous annual leave allowance, so you can balance your work and personal life.
• Our UR STARS recognition program rewards for individuals and teams who go above and beyond.
• Work place pension scheme
• Long service awards recognising loyalty to the people we support and the organisation
• Travel to work scheme (season ticket loan)
• Access to an online shopping platform with discounts from over 3,500 retailers
  
  

United Response is not just a social care provider, we're a well-respected charity dedicated to championing the rights of people with learning disabilities, people with Autism and those with mental health needs. Our mission is to empower these individuals to live, work, and actively participate in their communities, free from discrimination and unnecessary obstacles. In everything we do, we strive to be Creative, Strong, Honest, Responsive, and United.

How To Apply

If you would like to apply for this vacancy, please use this link:

https://unitedr.octo-firstclass.co.uk/candidates/account/login/192776?aisId=12&rmId=372

Closing date: Friday 11 July 2025 at 12 midnight

Interview date: TBC

City of York Council (CYC) advertise vacancies on behalf of schools, academies and external organisations (third parties). CYC are not responsible for the recruitment and employment practices of these third parties and accept no liability in relation to the vacancy and any subsequent recruitment or employment processes. Enquiries regarding the vacancy or practices should be made directly with the third party.

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