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We have an exciting opportunity for a Fixed Term, Part Time Locality Lead (Secondment) to work with Southampton City Council (SCC) in the SEND Service.
About The Team
Our SEND Service is committed to improving outcomes for children and young people with special educational needs and disabilities. We work collaboratively with schools, professionals, and families to deliver inclusive and impactful support.
About The Role
This secondment opportunity is available for 1–3 days per week until the end of the 2025–2026 financial year. As a Locality Lead, you will play a key role in supporting the SEND Mainstream Funding Cluster Model.
Key Responsibilities Include
- Chairing and supporting Locality Cluster Meetings and contributing to city-wide strategic planning.
- Conducting quality assurance visits to settings and supporting funded projects.
- Delivering training and guidance on the Cluster Model to professionals.
- Sharing best practice in SEND and inclusion across schools.
- Advising on referrals and supporting the development of inclusive provision.
For further information about this role please view the job description.
About You
We are looking for individuals with:
- A qualification such as the National Award for SEN Coordination or equivalent in SEND leadership.
- Proven leadership experience in SEND across multiple settings.
- In-depth knowledge of the SEND Code of Practice and inclusive teaching strategies.
- Strong communication, problem-solving, and organisational skills.
- The ability to work independently and collaboratively across multi-agency teams.
What We Can Offer You
As this is an inward secondment successful applicants would remain on their current Terms and Conditions and pay salary. The successful candidate would not be employed by Southampton City Council.
If you feel you have the necessary background, experience, and skills to undertake this role we would like to hear from you.
Contact Details For Informal Discussion
For further information and details regarding the Locality Lead (Secondment) please contact please contact Daniel Beck (Strategic Lead for SEND) at
Interview Information
Please note that interviews are scheduled for Friday 27 th June 2025.
Email
Recruitment contact details:
Tel: 023 8083 4033
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