Location
5 Pancras Square, London N1C 4AG

Hours
Full Time

Salary
£55,581 per annum

About the Role
As SEND Team Leader, you will play a vital role in ensuring high-quality service delivery to children and young people with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND). Reporting to the SEND Operations Manager, you will oversee operational functions, lead a team of dedicated professionals, and maintain compliance with statutory frameworks including the Children and Families Act 2014 and the SEND Code of Practice. Key responsibilities include managing and supporting a team of Senior SEN Case Officers, Case Officers, and Assistants to ensure effective case management; overseeing Education, Health and Care (EHC) Needs Assessments and annual review processes with reflective and qualitative practices; ensuring children’s and young people’s voices inform service delivery and foster aspirational outcomes; developing strong partnerships with schools and education providers using relational approaches to drive positive experiences; handling complex cases and providing legally robust advice; making strategic funding decisions for EHC Plans in line with governance; leading on compliance, quality assurance, and continuous improvement systems; and representing the service in meetings with local area partners while advising on strategic developments. This role has up to five direct reports and overall responsibility for a team of up to ten members.

About Camden
Camden Council is committed to making a real difference in the lives of children, young people, and families. The SEND & Inclusion Service aims high for children and young people with SEND, delivering exceptional services and strengthening relationships with families, schools, and communities. We foster a supportive, relational approach and work collaboratively with children, young people, families, and partners to ensure active participation in the development and delivery of SEND services.

Meet the Team
We invite prospective candidates to attend our Recruitment Event to learn more about the SEND & Inclusion Service and working in Camden. This event provides an opportunity to meet team members and gain insight into the dynamic local authority environment.

What We Offer
Camden offers a comprehensive benefits package including flexible working, 27 days annual leave plus bank holidays, family leave, loan schemes, access to staff networks, and a generous pension scheme. We value work-life balance and support our employees to thrive.

Inclusion and Belonging
We are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace where everyone feels they belong and can succeed. We particularly encourage applications from Black, Asian and Other Ethnic Heritage communities, LGBTQ+ people, disabled and neurodiverse individuals, survivors of domestic abuse, and those from lower socio-economic backgrounds or with care experience. We provide support, adjustments, and flexibility to meet diverse needs.

Asking for Adjustments
Camden is dedicated to an accessible and barrier-free recruitment process. If you require adjustments during application, interview, or assessment stages, we will provide support to ensure equal opportunity.

Experience
- Extensive experience in SEND at a management level
- Strong knowledge and proven application of SEND legislation
- Experience managing complex cases with child-centred, outcome-focused solutions
- Proven ability to develop and manage compliance, quality assurance, and continuous improvement systems
- Experience working collaboratively with diverse partners to inform and improve service delivery
- Excellent leadership skills with a track record of supporting and developing teams to achieve high standards
- Ability to present and advocate for the service in various forums

About You
You are a dynamic leader passionate about making a difference for children and young people with SEND. You demonstrate strong interpersonal skills, resilience, and a collaborative approach. You are committed to fostering inclusive, aspirational outcomes and building positive relationships with families, schools, and partners.

Qualifications
Relevant qualifications in SEND, education, social work, or related fields are desirable to support your leadership and operational expertise.