SEND Development Hub Manager

• Directorate: Education – Education and Inclusion
• Pay Level: 8, £48,277 - £53,509 (fully inclusive of Local Weighting Allowance)
• Contract Type: Permanent
• Working Hours: 37 hours per week
• Location: Monksfield Way Children’s Centre
• DBS requirement: Enhanced

The closing date for applications is midnight on 26th June 2026

Interviews will be held week commencing 6th July 2026

We are seeking an experienced and passionate Manager to lead our brand-new SEND Development Hub, creating an inclusive, inspiring, and supportive environment where children with special educational needs and disabilities can flourish.

The successful candidate will be responsible for establishing and managing the hub’s day-to-day operations, developing high-quality tailored provision, and working collaboratively with families, staff, and external agencies to ensure each child’s individual needs are met.

This role will involve leading a skilled team, shaping inclusive practice across the wider children’s centres and family hub early years settings, overseeing assessments and personalised support plans, and building centres of excellence that promote every child’s development, wellbeing, and confidence from the very start of their learning journey.

• 26 days annual leave (not including Bank holidays), rising to 30 days between 2 - 5 years' service and 33 days after 5 years' service.
• The Local Government Pension Scheme
• Ability to engage with wellbeing initiatives and the opportunity to be a member of our various employee networks, which are key to ensuring we celebrate and promote equality.
• Tax‑free childcare and childcare services

Alongside a competitive salary, we provide annual increments, where applicable, usually payable on 1st April each year, subject to six months service in the post, until the maximum level has been reached. The payment of annual increments is not automatic and is subject to satisfactory performance as assessed by your director.

All applicants must have a valid right to work in the UK. If you require sponsorship, please contact  before submitting an application.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. If appointed, all posts will be subject to satisfactory pre‑employment checks.

The Council reserves the right to close adverts early should we receive a number of suitable applications.