SEND Reform Programme Lead – Experts at Hand

About the role

We are looking for an experienced SEND Reform Programme Lead to drive the mobilisation and implementation of the Experts at Hand model within a local authority. This fixed‑term, predominantly remote role will shape a graduated response, enhance inclusion in mainstream settings and improve outcomes for children and young people with SEND.

Key responsibilities

• Lead the mobilisation and delivery of the Experts at Hand model, ensuring readiness for implementation.
• Collaborate with education, SEND, health and Integrated Care Board partners to develop integrated ways of working.
• Establish and embed a multi‑disciplinary team including educational psychologists, speech and language therapists, occupational therapists and specialist teachers.
• Develop governance, performance monitoring and reporting frameworks to support service delivery.
• Promote inclusive practice by strengthening the graduated response and building capacity within mainstream schools.
• Monitor service performance, evaluate impact and use data for continuous improvement.
• Support commissioning, resource planning and optimal use of funding.
• Represent the local authority at SEND forums, education events and partnership meetings.
• Build strong relationships with schools, settings and partner agencies to ensure successful implementation.

Required profile

• Significant experience within SEND, education, health or local authority services.
• Proven track record of leading SEND transformation, service improvement or change programmes.
• Strong knowledge of the SEND Code of Practice and inclusive education principles.
• Experience working across multi‑agency partnerships and integrated services.
• Excellent leadership, communication and stakeholder management abilities.
• Ability to translate strategic priorities into operational delivery.
• Strong analytical capability with experience using data to monitor performance and improve outcomes.

Required skills

What we offer

• Support from a specialist recruitment agency with over 10 years’ experience in SEND and the public sector.
• Dedicated consultant throughout registration, onboarding and placement.
• Fast and efficient onboarding process.