* Directorate: Education – Education and Inclusion
* Pay Level: 8, £48,277 - £53,509 (fully inclusive of Local Weighting Allowance)
* Contract Type: Permanent
* Working Hours: 37 hours per week
* Location: Monksfield Way Children’s Centre
The closing date for applications is midnight on 26th June 2026
Interviews will be held week commencing 6th July 2026
What you’ll be doing:
We are seeking an experienced and passionate Manager to lead our brand-new SEND Development Hub, creating an inclusive, inspiring, and supportive environment where children with special educational needs and disabilities can flourish.
The successful candidate will be responsible for establishing and managing the hub’s day-to-day operations, developing high-quality tailored provision, and working collaboratively with families, staff, and external agencies to ensure each child’s individual needs are met.
This role will involve leading a skilled team, shaping inclusive practice across the wider children’s centres and family hub early years settings, overseeing assessments and personalised support plans, and building centres of excellence that promote every child’s development, wellbeing, and confidence from the very start of their learning journey.
What we offer:
We offer a supportive place to grow and develop your career with a real opportunity for your input to be valued and heard. Ambition and innovation will be required now more than ever, and you will join a friendly and collaborative environment where you are encouraged to thrive.
We understand that everyone has different needs and circumstances. That's why we're committed to offering flexible and hybrid working arrangements that help you achieve the best work-life balance and accommodate different working patterns. We encourage and welcome applications from people of all backgrounds. We select staff on merit and foster a workforce where people are valued and represent the local communities we serve.
Annual increments, where applicable, are usually payable on 1st April each year, subject to six months service in the post, until the maximum spinal column point of the level has been reached. The payment of annual increments is not automatic and is subject to satisfactory performance as assessed by your director.
* 26 days annual leave (not including Bank holidays), rising to 30 days between 2 - 5 years' service and 33 days after 5 years' service.
* The Local Government Pension Scheme
* Ability to engage with wellbeing initiatives and the opportunity to be a member of our various employee networks, which are key to ensuring we celebrate and promote equality.
* Tax‑free childcare and childcare services
* Season loan ticket - to help with the cost of your rail / bus journey to andfrom work.
Accessibility and Support:
Slough Borough Council is an inclusive employer. We are keen to support you to feel comfortable throughout the application and interview process. Therefore, if you require any support throughout the application process or reasonable adjustments for the interview (e.g. questions being printed on the day or consideration for layout or lighting for the interview room), please contact our Recruitment Team who will be able to assist: Recruitment@slough.gov.uk.
This information will be treated confidentially and used solely to ensure we provide appropriate support throughout the recruitment process and beyond.
Slough Borough Council offers a variety of staff networks for you to be part of. Networks represent our diverse staff groups and come together to help the organisation be a place where our people can feel included and thrive.
All applicants must have a valid right to work in the UK. If you require sponsorship, please contact Recruitment@slough.gov.uk before submitting an application.
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. If appointed, all posts will be subject to satisfactory pre‑employment checks.
#J-18808-Ljbffr