Service Manager for SEND statutory services

at  Brent Council

This Job posting is open to both internal and external candidates.
Salary range: £66,305 - £74,213 p.a. inc. London weighting
Contract: Permanent
Hours of work: 40 hours per week
Location: Civic centre and other locations from time to time

A GREAT MANAGEMENT OPPORTUNITY IN SEND STATUTORY SERVICES

Brent is a tremendously vibrant London borough where the iconic arch of Wembley Stadium dominates the skyline. Spanning both inner and outer London, it is a borough of huge contrasts in terms of its economic, environmental, ethnic and social make up. Brent’s diversity is evident to all who visit our borough and our long history of ethnic and cultural diversity has created a place that is truly unique and valued by those who live and work here.
The council is pursuing a far-reaching transformation agenda that better meets the needs of our community so it is an exciting time to join us.
The Post
Brent is looking to recruit a Service Manager for SEND statutory services. This is a fantastic opportunity to join our dedicated team and drive forwards a programme of development within the 0-25 team.
The Person:
We are looking for either an experienced Service Manager for SEND statutory services, or someone ready to take the next step in their career in SEND statutory services. You must be able to evidence significant levels of knowledge and experience of supporting children and young people with SEND and their families, statutory processes relating to SEND and the law relating to the support of children and young people with SEND. We are looking for an individual whose values, and ways of working, are in alignment with those of the London Borough of Brent and Brent Children and Young People, namely the values of kindness, courage and curiosity. We are looking for a service manager who will lead by example, and who is able to demonstrate excellent interpersonal and relational skills and high levels of personal integrity. The ability to demonstrate significant skill in the analysis of data (both qualitative and quantitative), the writing of reports and giving of presentations to both internal and external stakeholders is essential.
Should you wish to have an informal discussion prior to application, please email Head of Service for Inclusion, Dr Roxanna Glennon roxanna.glennon@brent.gov.uk
Closing date: 9 February 2025 (23:59)
Additional Information:

Please refer the Job description for details