Experts at Hand Lead - SEND

Experts at Hand Lead (SEND Reform) Fixed Term until March 31st 2027 (Maternity Leave Cover) Reports to: Head of SEND Job Purpose To lead and co-ordinate the mobilisation and early delivery of the Experts at Hand model, working in partnership with the extended senior leadership team for Education (in particular the PEP and Head of SEND) and wider local area partnership to ensure a high-quality, accessible and sustainable model of support for schools and settings. To be responsible for the strategic planning and implementation of the Experts at Hand model, supporting the graduated response and improving outcomes for children and young people with SEND. Key Responsibilities To lead on the development and delivery of the Experts at Hand model, ensuring readiness for implementation from September 2026 To work in partnership with the PEP, SEND managers and Integrated Care Board (ICB) to support joint commissioning, co-production and integrated working To establish and embed a multi-disciplinary delivery model (EP, SaLT, OT, specialist teachers) and clear systems for access and delivery To ensure the model promotes inclusive practice by building capacity in mainstream settings, including workforce development, group approaches and time-limited targeted support To be responsible for establishing governance, performance and reporting arrangements to support service improvement and accountability To monitor and evaluate impact, ensuring data informs service development, performance ..... full job details .....