Specialisms

Further Education

Location

Stamford, Lincolnshire

Salary

£300 - £500 per day

Contract Type

Full time

Interim Group Head of SEND & ALS

Location: Stamford & Peterborough College Group
Duration: Interim Assignment (Approx. 12 Weeks)
Rate: £300 - £500 per day (dependent on experience)

Lead Inclusion. Drive Excellence. Make an Immediate Impact.

We are seeking an experienced and dynamic Interim Group Head of SEND & ALS to provide outstanding operational leadership and management of Additional Learning Support (ALS) and SEND provision across Stamford and Peterborough College.

This exciting interim opportunity is ideal for a proven SEND leader who can quickly make a positive impact, drive service excellence, and support the continued development of high-quality, student-centred provision that maximises learner achievement and progress.

Working closely with the Assistant Principal for Student Experience and Support, you will contribute to the strategic direction, growth and stakeholder accountability of ALS and SEND services, ensuring provision remains responsive, innovative and focused on delivering exceptional outcomes for students.

Key Responsibilities

  • Provide strategic leadership, management and ongoing development of the ALS and SEND Support Management Team.
  • Ensure the delivery of high-quality, student-focused learning support services across the Group.
  • Offer guidance, coaching and professional development opportunities to maintain excellence within the team.
  • Lead the design and delivery of staff training programmes to enhance awareness, confidence and skills in supporting learners with additional needs.
  • Work closely with quality and curriculum teams to ensure robust processes are in place to monitor and maintain outstanding support provision, both in and out of the classroom.
  • Identify and maximise opportunities to secure and grow funding streams that support SEND and ALS services and future development.
  • Develop and strengthen relationships with internal and external stakeholders to ensure provision reflects local and national priorities, trends and sector developments.
  • Drive continuous improvement, innovation and inclusivity across all areas of SEND and ALS support.

About You

The successful candidate will be an experienced SEND and/or ALS leader with a strong track record of leading teams, improving services and delivering positive outcomes for learners.

You will bring:

  • Significant experience of leading SEND and/or ALS provision within education.
  • Strong operational and strategic leadership skills.
  • Up-to-date knowledge of SEND legislation, funding and best practice.
  • Experience of quality assurance, service development and continuous improvement.
  • Excellent stakeholder engagement and partnership-building skills.
  • A passion for inclusion and ensuring every learner has the opportunity to succeed.

Why Join Us?

This is an opportunity to make a significant impact within a short-term assignment, leading an established team and helping to shape and strengthen SEND and ALS provision across the Group.

If you are a passionate and results-driven leader who can hit the ground running and drive excellence in inclusive education, we would love to hear from you.

Duration: Approximately 12 weeks
Day Rate: £300 - £500 per day, depending on experience

Apply now to help transform lives through outstanding SEND and ALS support.

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