SEND Partnership & Engagement Officer
| Posting date: | 24 September 2025 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | Not specified |
| Additional salary information: | Competitive |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 24 October 2025 |
| Location: | Tameside, OL6 6BH |
| Company: | inploi |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | 75744602 |
Summary
Contract Type: Fixed Term Contract Until March 2027
Contract Reason: Subject to funding
Secondment Opportunity: Permanent employees are encouraged to apply and will be supported as part of our workforce development commitment
Salary: Grade G SCP 23 £34,434 - SCP 28 £39,152
Hours Per Week: 36 hours
Base Location: Tameside One
Assessment Date: To be arranged
The Role
An exciting opportunity has arisen in the Tameside Council Employment and Skills team for a Partnership & Engagement Officer who will play a key role in supporting our aim to reduce the number of young people not in education, employment or training with a focus on young people with an Education, Health & Care Plan (EHCP).
This role will work closely with the SEND team, as well as Employment & Skills teams including careers advice, NEET support and supported internships / employment.
Initially, this is fixed term for 18 months and may be extended subject to further funding.
About You
We are looking for someone passionate about working with young people, particularly those with an EHCP, with previous guidance or support experience.
About Us
Message from Jill Colbert, Director of Children’s Services
“I joined the council at the beginning of 2025 and was instantly charmed by the warmth, openness, and energy of colleagues.
“I came to Tameside for one reason; because I know we can do fantastic things for our families here.
“We’re a children’s service on a significant improvement journey. We know what needs to be different for our children and families and we’re ambitious to deliver that change.
“We have a growing range of specialist services for children, where you can test and grow your skills and practice. We have a Social Work Academy that is led by people who bring passion to learning and who know that the DCS’ of the future are right in front of them. We are working on our progression pathways so that staying in Tameside is rewarded and recognised. We have investment in innovation and improvement from the council so that we can grow services and support for families that we can sustain, from family hubs through to complex safeguarding.
“I am so certain that we can build a proud, inclusive and safe climate for great practice to flourish in Tameside. I’d love you to join me on the journey here at Team Tameside.”
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults and expect all staff to share this commitment. This position is subject to Enhanced Disclosure Procedures.
This post is a designated customer facing role under the fluency duty and requires a specified level of spoken English.
Unfortunately, at this time we are not able to offer sponsorship.
We are committed to developing a culture which respects individuals, appreciates difference and allows everyone regardless of background to reach their full potential. We are proud to be an accredited disability confident employer. Reasonable Adjustments will be considered in accordance with the Equality Act 2010 in relation to the Job Role Criteria.
Our rewards and benefits package can be viewed here
For further information about this role please contact the recruiting manager Richard Morris on 07977013111 or Richard.morris@tameside.gov.uk
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