About this role
Who we’re looking for
We are seeking an exceptional SEND Improvement Lead to help drive our ambition for every pupil with SEND to thrive.
Inclusion is a key priority in our Corporate Strategy up to 2032, and we have a detailed Inclusion Strategy that we have started to implement with our 36 schools in line with the national agenda on Inclusion and the SEND Reforms.
We are looking for someone to work alongside the Director of SEND, Principals, senior leaders and SENDCos, to provide strategic and practical school improvement support to bring this to life within our schools.
You will
- bring significant and impactful experience from working in secondary schools;
- lead SEND improvement across a portfolio of schools;
- support and challenge leaders to strengthen SEND provision;
- coach and develop SENDCos and senior leaders;
- quality assure provision, identification, EHCP implementation and SEND systems;
- use performance and assessment information to identify priorities and drive improvement;
- lead professional development and our SENDCo network;
- support schools with inspection readiness and statutory compliance; and
- ensure SEND is effectively aligned with teaching, curriculum, behaviour, attendance and safeguarding.
About you
You will be an experienced SEND leader with a strong track record of improving provision and outcomes, particularly from within secondary schools. You will combine strategic expertise with the ability to work practically alongside schools, building capacity while maintaining high expectations.
You will be knowledgeable, credible and solutions-focused, with excellent communication, coaching and analytical skills and, above all, a determination to advocate for children and young people with SEND.
This is an exciting opportunity to influence SEND practice beyond a single school and make a tangible difference to pupils across Star Academies. If you are an ambitious SEND leader who shares our commitment to excellent, inclusive education, we would love to hear from you.