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.