Job reference REQ00000020057 Date posted 26/05/2026 Application closing date 12/06/2026 Location Carlisle Salary £32,061 to £32,597 per annum Package Blank Contractual hours 37 Basis Full time Attachments Blank
Job description
Salary: £32,061 to £32,597 per annum
Hours: 37 hours per week
Location: Cumbria House, Carlisle
Contract: Fixed term (2 years)
About this opportunity
We are recruiting an Education Information Officer to lead the development of Cumberland’s Education offer, SEND Local Offer and Local Inclusion & SEND Offer (LISO). This is a critical role at the centre of improving transparency, accessibility and trust across the Education and SEND system.
Why this role matters
High-quality, accessible information is essential for families and professionals to make informed decisions. You will play a central role in ensuring our Education and SEND information is accurate, co-produced and meets statutory requirements—directly supporting better experiences and outcomes.
What you’ll be doing
* Leading the development and ongoing improvement of the Education Offer, Local Offer and LISO
* Ensuring all information is accurate, accessible and compliant with statutory guidance
* Establishing governance and quality assurance processes for content
* Coordinating co-production with children, young people, families and partners
* Monitoring usage data and feedback to continuously improve information
* Working across education, health, social care and digital teams to ensure consistent messaging
What we’re looking for
We are looking for someone who:
* Has experience working with SEND or education information
* Can translate complex systems into clear, user-friendly content
* Is passionate about co-production and user experience
* Has strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills
* Understands statutory duties and accessibility standards
What you’ll gain
* A key role in improving how the SEND system communicates and connects
* The opportunity to influence system transparency and trust
* Experience working across multiple services and strategic programmesA supportive and collaborative team environment
DBS Checks
This role requires an Enhanced DBS check with a Children’s & Adults Barred List check.
Please note this role involves working in regulated activity with adults and children. It is an offence for people who are barred from working in regulated activity to apply for roles that require them to work unsupervised with adults and children.
Equality, Diversity, Inclusion & Adjustments
We’re dedicated to enhancing the diversity of our workforce and encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds. That’s why we’re a proud Disability Confident Leader and Age Friendly Employer, providing opportunities for everyone to thrive.
If you need any reasonable adjustments to participate in the recruitment process, please let the hiring manager or our Resourcing Team know by emailing Resourcing@Cumberland.gov.uk. While adjustments aren’t always guaranteed, we’ll always listen and will try our best to accommodate your needs.
Contact
For more information about the role or to arrange an informal chat prior to your application, please contact Natalie Bevan by email at natalie.bevan@cumbria.gov.uk.
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