Head of SEN

Head of Service – SEN (SEND)

Location: Bromley, Kent (Hybrid)
Rate: £526.56 per day (Umbrella)
Contract: Full-time, Interim/Permanent option (to be confirmed)

We are seeking an experienced Head of Service – SEN to provide strategic leadership for Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) services within Bromley.

This is a senior system leadership role, responsible for driving the SEND vision across education, health, and social care partners, ensuring high-quality, integrated services for children and young people with SEND and their families.

Key Responsibilities

* Lead the SEN service and SEND partnership across the local area.

* Develop and deliver strategic SEND priorities in line with national policy and legislation.

* Oversee statutory SEN functions, including assessments, tribunals, and outreach services.

* Drive service improvement through performance management, data analysis, and quality assurance.

* Manage budgets, resources, and commissioned services effectively.

* Lead senior managers and multi-disciplinary teams across the SEN service.

* Strengthen co-production with children, young people, and families.

* Provide strategic advice to senior leadership and deputise for the Director of Education where required.

Requirements

* Significant senior leadership experience within SEN/D or education services.

* Strong knowledge of SEND legislation and national policy frameworks.

* Proven experience managing complex services, budgets, and multi-agency partnerships.

* Experience in service transformation and commissioning.

* Excellent leadership, communication, and strategic planning skills.

* Degree-level qualification or equivalent senior professional experience.

* Enhanced DBS required.

This is a high-impact leadership opportunity to shape and improve SEND services across Bromley.

Apply today to find out more. For more information contact Natasha Haddon
Only candidates based in UK and eligible to work in UK are allowed