Assistant Director - SEND

Transformation £800 per day | South East England | Hybrid Working Contract: Until 31st March 2027 Spencer Clarke Group are working in partnership with a local authority in the South East of England to recruit an experienced Assistant Director - SEND Transformation. This is a senior strategic leadership opportunity to oversee a significant programme of transformation across Additional Needs & Disabilities (AND) services, driving service improvement, financial sustainability and better outcomes for children and young people with SEND. Key Responsibilities Lead the delivery of a large-scale SEND transformation and improvement programme.

Drive strategic improvements aligned with the local authority's SEND strategy, Improvement Plan and Safety Valve Agreement.

Oversee complex transformation projects, ensuring delivery against agreed milestones, financial targets and strategic objectives.

Lead initiatives focused on High Needs Block cost containment and long-term financial sustainability.

Provide strategic leadership to a multidisciplinary programme team.

Work closely with senior council officers, elected Members, education providers, health partners and other key stakeholders.

Oversee a transformation budget of approximately £2.5 million.

Ensure transformation programmes deliver measurable and sustainable improvements for children, young people and families.

Essential Experience Significant senior leadership experience delivering complex SEND transformation programmes.

Desirable Experience Strong knowledge of SEND legislation, statutory responsibilities and service delivery.

Experience supporting SEND improvement programmes or Safety Valve Agreements.

Understanding of education, health and social care commissioning.

Contract Details Rate: £800 per day Location: South East England Working Pattern: Hybrid Contract End Date: 31st March 2027 How to Apply For further information or a confidential discussion, please contact Richard Shorrock at Spencer Clarke Group. Applications from experienced interim Assistant Directors, Directors of Transformation, SEND Transformation Leads and senior programme leaders are welcomed.