Transformation Senior Project Manager / Programme Manager – SEND & Education
Location: East Midlands (Hybrid, 2 days on site)
Rate: £600/day (Inside IR35, via Umbrella)
Contract: 6 months
We are seeking an experienced Senior Project/Programme Manager to lead key SEND and Education transformation projects within Children’s Services as part of the DSG Recovery Plan.
You will focus on reducing demand for EHCPs and High Needs Funding, improving early support, reducing permanent exclusions, and delivering sustainable service improvements that enhance outcomes for children, young people, and families.
Key Responsibilities
* Lead and coordinate SEND and education transformation projects, ensuring delivery of the SEND Strategy.
* Manage risks, budgets, KPIs, and reporting to senior leaders, elected members, and regulators.
* Build strong partnerships with schools, health, social care, and parent/carer groups.
* Drive compliance with the SEND Code of Practice and embed continuous improvement.
Person Specification
* Proven project/programme management experience in children’s services, education, or SEND.
* Strong stakeholder engagement skills at senior and practitioner level.
* Professional Project Management qualification (e.g., PRINCE2, MSP, Agile).
* Track record of delivering transformational, non-IT projects.
* Experience with Safety Valve or Delivering Better Value programmes desirable.
If you’re interested in this role or know someone who may be suitable, please contact Maddisonon 0117 313 7110or apply today.
(We offer a senior referral scheme upon successful placement of your recommendation so please do get in contact) Our clients are passionate about creating and evolving a diverse workforce and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant. Recruiting decisions are based on your experience and skills. Any reasonable adjustments in the workplace will be fully supported during the application and hiring process.
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