Over the last 3 years Rochdale has embarked on a co-produced transformation journey with children and families and has developed a set of clear outcomes for Special Educational Needs and Disability (SEND). As part of our improvement we have redesigned our system to develop a strong integrated team approach and have agreed a set of improvement priorities. We are now ready to move forward in the recruitment of an Assistant Head of SEND Operations. The post holder will be responsible for the leadership of the Local Authorities key statutory deliverables in SEND.

The post holder will work alongside a range of existing system SEND professionals and be part of an triple award winning service. Raising Rochdale is an exciting place to be. More details about our journey can be found here: https://youtu.be/BNddSm4Jei4

Rochdale has a relational approach; we are proud about our culture and partnerships. We are pioneering in making a difference for children and families and leading the way for SEND. We are looking for an Assistant Head of SEND team with the right technical skill mix, a values based approach, strong

experience and passion to bring our strategy into reality. You must be ambitious for our children and have a commitment to working hard to support them in reaching their full potential.

The post holder will be responsible for the leadership of EHCP, SEND Transport, Commissioning and SEND Travel. They will be a strong partnership player who places the voice, aspirations and outcomes for children and families at the heart of design and delivery. Some knowledge of developing projects, programmes of improvements is required. We are looking for a leader with specialist knowledge of SEND legislation and statutory procedure with a proven track record of senior level management within this field

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Location

Smith Street, , Rochdale, OL16 1XU, United Kingdom

Job ID

12181