Service Manager (Interim)

Position: Service Manager (Interim) Location: Time Square, Bracknell, RG12 1JD Start Date: ASAP Contract Duration: 21 September 2026 to 11 December 2026 Working Hours: 37 hours per week, Monday to Friday, 9:00 am 5:00 pm Pay Rate: £400.00 per day Job Reference: (phone number removed) Job Responsibilities Lead the statutory Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) service both operationally and strategically. Provide effective leadership and stability during the maternity cover period. Oversee statutory SEND functions and ensure compliance with relevant legislation and requirements. Drive continuous service improvement and support the ongoing development of the SEND service. Lead service development, performance management and improvement activity. Ensure the service is prepared for Ofsted and CQC inspections. Build and maintain effective working relationships across council teams, services and partner organisations. Support the delivery of high-quality statutory SEND services and positive outcomes for children and young people. Person Specification Must-Have Requirements Significant, demonstrable experience of leading a statutory SEND service. At least two years'' experience in a comparable leadership role within a local authority. Strong knowledge of SEND legislation and statutory requirements. Proven experience managing statutory SEND functions. A strong track record of service improvement and development. Experience of performance management and inspection ..... full job details .....