SEND Finance Business partner (Education) Rate: £450 – £650 per day Hours: Full-time – 37 hours per week Working Pattern: Oxfordshire based - Hybrid – approximately 2 days per month in the office Overview We are seeking an experienced SEND Finance Consultant to support strategic financial management within an education service. This role requires a specialist with extensive experience in SEND and High Needs funding who can drive financial reform and ensure compliance with national regulations. The successful candidate will play a key role in reviewing, strengthening, and improving financial processes relating to SEND and High Needs services, while ensuring compliance with Dedicated Schools Grant (DSG) requirements. Key Responsibilities Lead and support SEND financial reform initiatives to improve sustainability and transparency of High Needs budgets. Provide expert financial oversight and guidance relating to Dedicated Schools Grant (DSG) funding. Ensure compliance with relevant education funding regulations and statutory requirements. Analyse SEND and High Needs financial data to identify trends, pressures, and improvement opportunities. Develop and implement financial strategies to support service improvement and budget management. Work collaboratively with senior leadership and education services to strengthen financial governance and reporting. Provide expert advice on SEND funding mod...