Job Description

Salary

From 51,356 to 60,771 per annum (Grade L)

Contractual hours

37

Basis

Full Time

Package

Permanent

Job category/type

Education

Date posted

30/10/2025

Job reference

REQ00000866



Are you a strategic thinker with a passion for improving outcomes for children and young people with SEND? West Berkshire Council is seeking a SEND Strategy Officer to lead the delivery of our multi-agency SEND & Inclusion Strategy, driving system-wide transformation and continuous improvement across education, health and care.

The Role

As a key member of the Education & SEND service, reporting to the Head of SEND, you will:

Lead strategic implementation and governance of West Berkshire's SEND & Inclusion Strategy Act as a strategic adviser to senior leaders, elected members, and external partners Manage strategic projects including service reconfiguration and SEND Inspection preparation Develop and oversee a multi-agency SEND Quality Assurance Framework Champion co-production with children, young people, families, and stakeholders Drive supported employment pathways and preparation for adulthood, including managing grants and partnerships


The ideal candidate will possess the following skills and attributes

Degree level education or equivalent professional qualification Proven experience in strategic planning and project management Strong understanding of national SEND policy and local government operations Excellent communication, negotiation, and stakeholder engagement skills Ability to analyse data, manage complex projects, and lead change Commitment to co-production and inclusive practice


If you are a motivated and dedicated professional, passionate about delivering high-quality SEND services and driving meaningful change, we would love to hear from you.

West Berkshire Council offer excellent employment benefits such as:

Flexible working wherever possible between the hours of 07.00-21.00 Hybrid working wherever possible working 40% in the office Access to a wide range of training and development opportunities Generous Local Government pension scheme Family friendly policies A range of local discounts Wellbeing Programme including Employee Assistance Programme and employee benefits You will also be entitled to a generous annual leave entitlement starting at 30 days per annum (plus public holidays) Rising by an additional 5 days after 5 years' service.


Please note that the closing date is given as a guide. We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible to avoid disappointment.

For an informal discussion about the role, please contact Hannah Geddert via email: hannah.geddert1@westberks.gov.uk

If you are ready to take the next step in your career and make a positive impact within the local community, apply now to join West Berkshire Council as a SEND Strategy Officer.

West Berkshire Council is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from all suitably qualified individuals.

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Equal Opportunities

The Council supports Equal Opportunity of employment, and positively encourages applications from people who fall within any of the nine protected characteristics under the Equality Act 2010.

How to apply

Please now complete a short online application form. You will then be able to upload your CV.

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