Job Introduction
Salary: SCP 12 - 17 £27,711 - £30,060 FTE (£23,794 - £25,811 actual salary based on term time only)+ well-being cash plan + pension scheme (LGPS) + additional Lift Schools benefits
Hours: 37 hours per week, 39 weeks per year (term time only)
Contract: Fixed term for one year
Start date: September 01 2025
Are you passionate about education and looking for a fulfilling career?
The role of the SEND Manager is to support the Senior Leadership Team and the SENDCo with all operational and administrative processes, in order to enable a smooth and effective educational provision to all of our pupils with special education needs or disabilities. The SEND Manager will maintain all record systems to ensure the school’s SEND records are accurate and up to date. They will gather data and do analysis to support planning of the school’s SEND strategy and approach. They will also be the main liaison with both internal and external stakeholders to ensure all staff, parents, and external agencies are enabled to effectively support our SEND students.
This is an opportunity to make a tangible impact on the lives of young people.
You will have the following skills and experience:
- Level 3 qualifications (A Levels or above)
- Experience of working within an educational setting with SEND students
- Excellent administrative skills
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Awareness of safeguarding and child protection
About our school:
New Forest Academy is a successful and popular 11-16 academy adjacent to the New Forest National Park. We are proud to serve the Hythe and Waterside community.
Our vision is to enable ambitious futures for all members of our academy community. We strive to ensure that expert teaching of our exciting curriculum allows students from all backgrounds to fulfil their academic potential. We achieve this by sequencing the most important and compelling knowledge backwards from ambitious curriculum aims, and adapting what we teach to our local context. Our passionate team of subject experts deliver chosen content through research-based, best practice approaches. We provide exceptional opportunities to develop the unique interests and talents of our students, and to prepare them for life in modern Britain. Strong relationships and first-class support across the community ensure that students are safe, happy and successful.
All staff receive high-quality support which enables them to flourish at work. They are provided with training and opportunities for impactful collaborative work which allow all to thrive in their areas of expertise. We seek to develop outstanding educationalists and leaders of the future.
Who is Lift Schools?
We’re a diverse and inclusive network of schools with one clear mission; to provide an excellent education to every child - in every classroom, every day. And we do this across each of our 57 schools. As with our students, we want our team to be empowered to do their best work, supported by the best leadership they’ve ever had.
We acknowledge and appreciate the exceptional efforts of everyone here in making this an incredible organisation.
We offer you:
- Comprehensive training: Access a wide range of developmental training to boost your career.
- Generous benefits: From your pension plan to healthcare and financial support, we've got you covered.
- Lifestyle perks: Enjoy discounted gym memberships, travel deals, and even electric vehicle incentives.
Ready to apply? Get in touch here. We can’t wait to hear from you.
The role is due to commence from 01 September 2025. This is a full time, fixed term position for one year.
Closing date: Friday 11 July 2025
We reserve the right to close this vacancy early should we receive an overwhelming response. All candidates are advised to refer to the job description and person specification before making an application.
Lift Schools are committed to ensuring the highest levels of safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our pupils, and we expect all our people and volunteers to share this commitment. We adopt a fair and consistent recruitment process which is inline with Keeping Children Safe in Education guidance. This includes online checks for shortlisted candidates. All offers of employment are subject to an Enhanced DBS check, references, and where applicable, a prohibition from teaching check.
Lift Schools embraces diversity and promotes equality of opportunity. Job share, part-time and flexible working opportunities will be considered.
We are a Disability Confident Employer and there is a guaranteed interview scheme for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum selection criteria.
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