Inclusion Service Manager

CRA GROUP RECRUITMENT AND PAYROLL LTD

Job Location:

Knowsley - UK

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 4 hours ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

3-Month Contract with a Local Authority

Summary

The Service Manager will oversee employees financial and physical resources within the Inclusion sector. This role is crucial for monitoring performance management systems enhancing service delivery and identifying efficiencies. The post-holder will ensure the Council meets its statutory obligations under the SEND Code of Practice supported transport and broader Inclusion Services.

Responsibilities

Ensure services comply with relevant legislation and OFSTED and CQC frameworks (Joint Area SEND Inspections).
Stay informed on national and local practice issues disseminating information to teams and the wider council.
Develop effective working relationships with internal and external partners and stakeholders engaging them in service development and transformational initiatives.
Cultivate strong relationships with Head Teachers to enhance partnership working arrangements.

Requirements

Substantial experience in Inclusion (SEND) Education Health and/or Social Care.
In-depth knowledge of relevant legislation and OFSTED and CQC frameworks (Joint Area SEND Inspections).
Proven experience in managing staff budgets and physical resources.
Experience collaborating with internal and external stakeholders to achieve common goals and shared agendas.

Qualifications

Recognised professional qualification in Social Care/Education or equivalent.
Suitable educational background.

Additional Information

Working hours: 36 hours per week
Location: Poplar Bank Huyton Knowsley Merseyside L36 9GD United Kingdom
Office presence required at least 3 days per week
DBS check required for the role

The role closes on 21st December 2025 apply ASAP.

Required Skills:

The post-holder will take a lead in ensuring the Council fulfils its obligation to undertake statutory duties in relation the SEND Code of Practice supported transport and support through wider Inclusion Services.

Required Education:

3-Month Contract with a Local AuthoritySummaryThe Service Manager will oversee employees financial and physical resources within the Inclusion sector. This role is crucial for monitoring performance management systems enhancing service delivery and identifying efficiencies. The post-holder will ensu...

3-Month Contract with a Local Authority

Summary

The Service Manager will oversee employees financial and physical resources within the Inclusion sector. This role is crucial for monitoring performance management systems enhancing service delivery and identifying efficiencies. The post-holder will ensure the Council meets its statutory obligations under the SEND Code of Practice supported transport and broader Inclusion Services.

Responsibilities

Ensure services comply with relevant legislation and OFSTED and CQC frameworks (Joint Area SEND Inspections).
Stay informed on national and local practice issues disseminating information to teams and the wider council.
Develop effective working relationships with internal and external partners and stakeholders engaging them in service development and transformational initiatives.
Cultivate strong relationships with Head Teachers to enhance partnership working arrangements.

Requirements

Substantial experience in Inclusion (SEND) Education Health and/or Social Care.
In-depth knowledge of relevant legislation and OFSTED and CQC frameworks (Joint Area SEND Inspections).
Proven experience in managing staff budgets and physical resources.
Experience collaborating with internal and external stakeholders to achieve common goals and shared agendas.

Qualifications