SEND Programme Manager
| Posting date: | 19 September 2025 |
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| Salary: | £600.0 to £750.0 per day |
| Additional salary information: | £600-£700 per day |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 19 October 2025 |
| Location: | Birmingham, West Midlands, B4 6AJ |
| Company: | Hays Specialist Recruitment |
| Job type: | Temporary |
| Job reference: | 4726161_1758286020 |
Summary
SEND Programme Manager
Location: West Midlands / Hybrid (2 days per week in office)
Rate: £600-£700 per day (inside IR35)
Contract Length: 6 months (potential for extension)
One of our key clients is seeking an experienced SEND Programme Manager to lead a high-profile transformation and improvement programme aimed at enhancing outcomes for children and young people with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND).
This is a pivotal role within the team, working closely with internal colleagues, external partners, and a wide range of stakeholders.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead the delivery of the SEND Transformation and Improvement Programme, ensuring timely, budget-conscious, and high-quality outcomes.
- Apply robust programme governance, reporting, and risk management frameworks.
- Coordinate multiple workstreams aligned with the internal SEND strategy.
- Manage programme budgets, resources, procurement, and contracts.
- Build strong relationships with stakeholders including families, schools, health partners, and the voluntary sector.
- Provide regular updates to senior leaders and governance boards.
- Ensure compliance with SEND legislation, safeguarding, and data protection.
- Champion equality, diversity, and inclusion throughout programme delivery.
- Represent my clients' SEND priorities at internal and external forums.
In order to be successful in this role, you will have:
- Proven senior-level experience managing complex programmes within SEND or children's services.
- Experience working across multi-agency teams and parent/carer forums.
- Strong track record in programme design, delivery, and evaluation.
- Skilled in budget management, procurement, and contract oversight.
- Confident in stakeholder engagement and reporting to senior boards.
- In-depth understanding of SEND legislation and best practice.
We are looking for candidates who are available on short notice and ready to make a meaningful impact. If you have the experience, drive, and commitment to lead this transformation, we'd love to hear from you.
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