Trust Director of SEND

Bohunt Education Trust; Liphook; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Bohunt Education Trust is seeking a leader with significant SEND, inclusion, and school improvement experience to drive strategic development and ensure high standards across the trust. The role requires strong knowledge of SEND legislation and Code of Practice, with a proven ability to improve outcomes for pupils with SEND.

The successful candidate will influence diverse stakeholders, balance strategic thinking with practical problem-solving, and model collaboration, integrity and equity in all

Qualifications

• Significant leadership experience in SEND, inclusion and school improvement.
• Excellent understanding of SEND legislation, the SEND Code of Practice and current national priorities.
• Proven track record of improving provision and outcomes for pupils with SEND.
• Influence and work effectively with a wide range of people and organisations.
• Combine strategic thinking with a practical, solution-focused approach.
• Collaborate generously, listen with curiosity and develop the expertise of others.
• Demonstrate integrity, compassion and the confidence to provide constructive challenge.
• Have high expectations for every child and a strong commitment to inclusion and equity.
• Hold Qualified Teacher Status (QTS).

Skills

SEND leadership

Strategic thinking

Collaboration

Stakeholder engagement

Problem solving

Education

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

Job description

The successful candidate will

• Have significant leadership experience in SEND, inclusion and school improvement.

• Have an excellent understanding of SEND legislation, the SEND Code of Practice and current national priorities.

• Have a proven track record of improving provision and outcomes for pupils with SEND.

• Influence and work effectively with a wide range of people and organisations.

• Combine strategic thinking with a practical, solution-focused approach.

• Collaborate generously, listen with curiosity and develop the expertise of others.

• Demonstrate integrity, compassion and the confidence to provide constructive challenge.

• Have high expectations for every child and a strong commitment to inclusion and equity.

• Hold Qualified Teacher Status (QTS).