6 months contract with a Local Authority Job Summary: • We are seeking an experienced SEND Project Manager to support the delivery phase of a high-priority programme • The successful candidate will be responsible for establishing and managing multiple projects under 6 to 8 workstreams, reporting to the Head of SEND and accountable to the Programme Director • This role includes developing a project management framework to ensure consistency for incoming project managers and facilitating the delivery of key mitigations to improve services for children and young people Key Duties/Accountabilities (Sample): • Set up and manage multiple workstreams and associated task and finish groups • Develop Terms of Reference (ToRs) for each workstream and delivery group • Establish a project management framework to support the wider programme • Provide organisational support to workstream leads, including prioritisation of activities • Monitor progress and provide milestone reporting • Absorb and manage workload across projects where required • Work collaboratively across agencies, partners, and schools to ensure coordinated delivery • Balance financial efficiency with quality service provision • Ensure delivery remains on track to avoid additional deficit impact Skills/Experience: • Strong project management experience, ideally in a SEND or similar environment • Proven track record of setting up and delivering multiple complex projects • Excellent organisational and planning skills, with proficiency in project management tools • Ability to work effectively at pace in a high-pressure environment • Strong problem-solving skills and a proactive, can-do approach • Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team and with flexibility in role allocation • Understanding of the balance between savings and maintaining high-quality services • Experience of stakeholder engagement with agencies and educational institutions Additional Information: • This is a full-time position, 35 hours per week • The role is predominantly remote, with minimal on-site presence