Job Description

Interim SEND Student Support Programme Manager Bath & North East Somerset | £22.50 per hour | Full-time | Fixed-term (Aug 2025 - Jan 2026, potential to extend to Mar 2026)

Are you a confident leader with a passion for inclusive education and supporting young people with SEND? We're recruiting for an Interim SEND Student Support Programme Manager to help shape the future of alternative education across Bath and North East Somerset.

About the Role

This interim leadership role provides stability and strategic oversight across four specialist teams delivering alternative education and support services to young people with SEND. You'll manage team leaders responsible for:

• Two post-16 alternative education programmes (in partnership with Bath College)

• Pre-16 education support packages (commissioned by B&NES Council)

• Wider inclusion support for students accessing the education offer

You'll ensure high standards in safeguarding, inclusive practice, and partnership working while supporting managers and practitioners to deliver exceptional student support.

Key Responsibilities

Leadership & Management

• Line manage and coach four team managers and their functions

• Provide consistent leadership during a period of structural review

• Foster collaboration and clear communication across teams

Safeguarding, Quality & Inclusion

• Oversee safeguarding processes with support from the Designated Safeguarding Officer

• Embed inclusive, person-centred practice across all services

• Monitor and support quality of teaching, mentoring, and curriculum delivery

Partnership & Collaboration

• Act as a key liaison with Bath College, B&NES Council, and other partners

• Represent the organisation in multi-agency meetings, advocating for high-needs students

• Contribute to strategic planning and service evaluation

What We're Looking For

Essential:

• Experience managing teams or services supporting young people with SEND

• Strong knowledge of safeguarding legislation and best practice

• Experience supporting excluded or vulnerable learners

• Proven ability to lead through change in complex environments

• Excellent communication and relational skills

Desirable:

• Experience in interim leadership or during service restructures

• Familiarity with EHCPs, alternative provision, and SEND funding

• Relevant qualification in education, youth work, or social care

• Knowledge of the B&NES local offer and South West SEND landscape

• Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle

Interested?

We'd love to hear from you. Contact Harry Haward at: Email: Phone: 0117 948 6300