SEND Neurodiversity Advisor Experts at Hand

Role Summary

We are looking for a SEND Neurodiversity Advisor to join our newly established Experts at Hand (E@H) service, a specialist team supporting Bracknell Forest’s SEND reform and wider system transformation. The role is based at the Child Development Centre in Great Hollands, Bracknell and involves close collaboration with education and health partners to provide expert, needs‑led advice for children and young people aged 0–25.

This position requires a flexible working pattern involving one day a week at the Child Development Centre and two‑to‑three days a week in education settings, alongside flexible arrangements including remote working where appropriate.

• Act as an Experts at Hand (E@H) specialist to support Bracknell Forest’s SEND reform and system transition.
• Support education settings to identify neurodivergent needs at the earliest opportunity.
• Collaborate with mainstream settings and Specialist Resource Provisions (SRPs) to baseline current practice, build capacity and embed inclusive provision in line with National Inclusion Standards, the Graduated Approach and the Ordinarily Available Offer.
• Design and deliver training aligned with Bracknell Forest Council's recommended approaches.
• Model and support the use of evidence‑informed approaches, including adaptations to the sensory environment for a range of neuro‑divergent populations and other recommended strategies.
• Develop opportunities for networking, collaboration and shared knowledge across council education settings to promote consistency, confidence and sustainable inclusive practice.

• Substantial experience supporting neurodivergent children and young people.
• Confidence in translating specialist knowledge into practical, inclusive strategies for education settings.
• Recognised professional qualification in education, speech and language therapy, psychology, or a relevant qualification linked to neuro‑diversity, inclusion or SEND practice.
• Strong understanding of the Graduated Approach, national SEND legislation and the importance of providing needs‑led support at the earliest opportunity.
• Ability to coach adults, support environmental adaptations and develop neuro‑inclusive practice across a range of settings.
• Commitment to inclusion, collaboration and improving outcomes for children and young people with SEND.

• 28 days annual leave, increasing to 33 days after 3 years’ continuous service, with the option to buy up to 10 and sell up to 5 days.
• Hybrid working opportunities to support wellbeing and work‑life balance.
• Paid employee volunteering scheme.
• Local government pension scheme with life insurance cover.
• Electric vehicle salary sacrifice scheme (subject to eligibility).
• Recognition of continuous service attained within the NHS and UKHSA when calculating some benefits (Terms and Conditions apply).
• Career development through internal and external training opportunities.
• Enhanced maternity, paternity, adoption and fostering leave.
• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) to support health and wellbeing.
• Inclusive and social working environment with staff networks and a sports and social club.

• Contract:
  
  Permanent
• Working Pattern:
  Full Time
• Hours:
  
  37 hours per week.
• Location:
  
  Child Development Centre (Hybrid)
• DBS Check:
  Enhanced
• Closing Date: 26/07/2026 23:59
• Salary: £46,693 – £52,327 per year (Soulbury Education Improvement Professionals SCP 3‑7, inclusive of Soulbury London Weighting)

Bracknell Forest Council – Working for Equality. We welcome applications from all sections of the community. We can only accept applications from candidates currently residing in the UK. Candidates who require sponsorship to work are encouraged to assess eligibility for a Certificate of Sponsorship; sponsorship availability may vary.