Transition Officer Lead

Dovetail and Slate; East Horsley; On-site; GBP 31,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

Dovetail and Slate is seeking a Transition Practice Lead in Surrey to oversee and develop high‑quality transition processes for learners with SEND, EHCPs and other barriers to learning. You will lead transition, assessment and admissions to ensure support starts on day one, coordinating EHCP consultations and statutory processes while developing learner support plans.

You will manage a team of Transition Officers and work closely with Local Authorities, schools, SENCOs and families to ensure

Qualifications

• Experience working with SEND learners
• Knowledge of EHCPs and SEND transition
• Line management or team supervision experience
• Experience liaising with Local Authorities, schools and SENCOs
• Strong communication and organisational skills
• Willingness to work towards a relevant qualification

Responsibilities

• Lead transition, assessment and admissions processes to ensure day-one support
• Coordinate EHCP consultations and statutory processes
• Quality assure transition plans and learner support
• Lead and support a team of Transition Officers
• Collaborate with Local Authorities, schools, SENCOs and families
• Support EHCP annual reviews and SEND Code of Practice compliance
• Monitor learner needs, provision and High Needs funding
• Drive inclusive practice across the organisation

Skills

SEND knowledge

Team leadership

Stakeholder management

Communication

Organisation

Education

SEND/education qualification

Level 2 English & Maths

Job description

Transition Practice Lead

Surrey | £36,000 | Full Time | Permanent

Are you an experienced SEND professional looking for an opportunity to lead and shape outstanding transition support for learners with additional needs?

We are seeking a Transition Practice Lead to oversee and develop high-quality transition processes for learners with SEND, EHCPs and other barriers to learning.

The Role

You will lead transition, assessment and admissions processes, ensuring learners receive the right support from day one.

You will also:

• Coordinate and quality assure EHCP consultations and statutory processes
• Develop effective transition and learner support plans
• Lead and support a team of Transition Officers
• Work closely with Local Authorities, schools, SENCOs, parents/carers and external partners
• Support EHCP annual reviews and ensure compliance with the SEND Code of Practice
• Monitor learner needs, provision and High Needs funding
• Drive high-quality, inclusive practice across the organisation

About You

We're looking for someone with:

• Experience working with SEND learners in an education or relevant support setting
• Knowledge of EHCPs, SEND transition and the SEND Code of Practice
• Experience coordinating EHCP consultations or statutory processes
• Previous line management/team management experience
• Experience working with Local Authorities, schools, SENCOs and families
• Strong communication, organisation and relationship-building skills
• A relevant qualification in SEND, education, wellbeing or a related area, or willingness to work towards one
• Level 2 English and Maths, or willingness to achieve

Key Details

• Location: Surrey
• Salary: £36,000 per annum
• Days: Monday-Friday
• Contract: Permanent
• Closing Date: 4 September 2026

If you're passionate about improving outcomes for learners with SEND and have the experience to lead effective transition processes, we'd love to hear from you.

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