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SEND Reform Programme Lead

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Posted on: 29 Jul 2026

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£550-£650 per day + Outside IR35 London, UK Contract
Job title:
SEND Reform Programme Lead
Location:
London, UK
Hours:
Hybrid Working
Salary:
£550-£650 per day + Outside IR35

My Local Authority client in Greater London is looking to appoint a talented SEND Reform Programme Lead on a Contract basis.

Reporting to the Director of Education, the role will lead the complex programme of delivery and implementation of the Council's SEND Reform Plan.

About the role:

Based in Greater London (hybrid):

  • Lead the overall programme management of the SEND reform programme, ensuring delivery of key milestones across submission, approval, assurance and implementation phases.

  • Delivering 'Experts at Hand' is a major priority.

  • Ensure robust programme management, cross-system coordination and high-quality reporting, including development and maintenance of programme plans, milestone tracking, etc.

  • Support Director-level oversight, escalation and assurance arrangements to maintain delivery grip across the SEND reform programme.

About you:

You will have the following experiences:

  • Significant experience, knowledge and understanding of SEND (including the Reforms).

  • Strong partnership working experience, including with the Health Service and VCS.

  • Expertise in handling, presenting to and managing senior stakeholders and elected members with credibility.

  • Demonstrable experience of managing complex transformation programmes in children's services and SEND.

  • Local Authority experience is essential.

What's on offer:

  • Salary: £550-£650 per day, outside IR35

  • Hybrid Working (2-3 days on site)

  • Contract type: Contract

  • Hours: 09:00 -17:00 Monday to Friday

How to apply:

  • Once your CV is received, if you are successful you will be contacted.

  • Due to the extremely high number of applications, it may not be possible to contact every applicant. As such, if you are not contacted please assume you have not been successful on this occasion.

About Spencer Clarke Group:

Here at Spencer Clarke Group, we pride ourselves on connecting you with the best career opportunities; our experienced Consultants have extensive market knowledge and will also provide expert career advice along the way.

When you join us, you will receive:

  • Access to a wide range of temporary and permanent opportunities

  • Free DBS checks

  • Post Placement Aftercare

  • Loyalty reward scheme and regular competitions for our agency professionals

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