Deputy Area Inclusion Lead (Assessment Team) Medway Council – Education & SEND Division Salary: £37,732 Location: Gun Wharf, Medway (Hybrid Working) Are you an experienced SEND practitioner who thrives on leading others, solving complex challenges, and driving high standards for children and young people? Do you bring confidence, clarity and compassion to your work? If you’re ready to step into a role with real influence — this could be your next move. The Role As a Deputy Area Inclusion Lead, you’ll play a key leadership role within Medway’s Assessment Team. You’ll help oversee high-quality Education, Health and Care (EHC) assessments, ensure statutory compliance, support practitioners, and champion excellent practice that improves outcomes for children and young people with SEND. You’ll be a trusted expert — guiding staff, supporting families, coordinating multi-agency teams, and ensuring that EHC Plans are robust, clear, and centred on the aspirations of each child or young person. What You’ll Be Doing Supporting the Assessment Team to deliver timely, high-quality EHC Plans that meet legal requirements. Monitoring and improving quality, ensuring statutory timeframes and compliance standards are met. Providing supervision, coaching and supporting staff to deliver excellence. Managing complex caseloads, while helping others manage theirs effectively. Acting as a key liaison ...