Specialist Provision Officer
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30+ days ago
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Job Summary
- Suffolk County Council
- Address: Endeavour House Ipswich Suffolk IP1 2BX -Hybrid- Community based working
- Salary: 34434 per annum pro rata
- Hours: Post 1 - 14.8 hours per week and Post 2 29.6 hours per week
- Contract: Fixed term - Post 1 - Secondment cover and Post 2 Maternity cover - up to 12 months
At Suffolk County Council were reimagining what local government can achieve. Were a forward-thinking organisation that values innovation collaboration and making a real difference in our communities. When you join us as a Specialist Provision Officer within Provider Services youll be part of a team that empowers its people to explore new ideas create meaningful connections and shape the future of Suffolk. Ready to reimagine your career and the impact you can make
Your role and responsibilities
You will:
work closely with other Specialist Provision Officers working collaboratively to support each other
be in regular communication with education providers and colleagues across Inclusion Services within SCC
be pivotal to ensuring that services are delivering to their full potential
be part of the process by which as many students as possible access highquality alternative provision
travel to providers across the county chairing meetings with school leaders and business owners who deliver required services
be responsible for line managing officers who ensure clear placement agreements exist for each child we place
You will need:
Experience or knowledge of special educational needs provision including alternative provision.
Understanding of the SEND reforms (2014) Local Authority responsibilities in delivering the Local Offer Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) and the Alternative Provision (AP) Improvement Plan Right Support Right Place Right Time (March 2023).
Experience of collaborative approaches through effective partnership working.
Experience of service improvement and continued quality assurance.
The ability to assess and manage risk set clear priorities and manage competing demands.
A good knowledge of safeguarding requirements and legislation.
You can view a full list of requirements in theJob and Person Profile (Word).If you believe you can succeed in this role apply. Even if you dont meet all requirements still apply. We would appreciate the opportunity to consider your application.
The team
The team is responsible for the development and delivery of the SEND Sufficiency Plan to improve the local offer and outcomes for children and young people with SEND and ensuring there is high quality management information to inform need and service gap analysis. We are also responsible for provider development and management and quality of specialist education provision.
Empowering Everyone
Were big believers in potential possibility and the power of different ideas. Were always searching for ways to encourage respect and enable everyone to be the best they can be. We want to represent the diverse communities we serve. We welcome applications from all individuals especially those from groups that are currently underrepresented in the organisation as shown in ourWorkforce Equality Report.
For more information
Please contact the following for a casual conversation:
Post 1:Emily Alleyne (she/her). You can reach them by calling or emailing
Post 2: Penny Shenfield (she/her). You can reach them by calling or emailing
If you want to apply for a secondment read the secondment policy first. Make sure you get permission from your current manager before submitting your application.
Howto apply
Step 1 -Read the Job and Person Profile (Word).
Step 2 -Click Apply Now to start your online application.
Step 3 -Upload asupporting statementanswering the following questions below (no more than 400 words per question). You should use theSupporting Statement template.
- Tell us about a time you managed or supported contract performance with an external provider. What was the risk profile how did you monitor delivery and what actions did you take when performance slipped
- Tell us about a time you chaired a challenging multiagency meeting with school leaders or provider managers. How did you keep it outcomefocused and ensure followthrough
- Walk us through a period where you balanced competing deadlines across contract reviews casework and reporting. How did you prioritise and what tradeoffs did you make
- Describe a situation where you identified a safeguarding concern linked to a placement or provider. What immediate steps did you take and how did you ensure lessons were learned
We value authentic applications thatshowcaseyour genuine skills and experiences. Applications suspected of being generated by AI may be rejected. We ask you to present your own work and ideas throughout the applicationprocess.
Please note:Without a supporting statement your interest will not be you require any reasonable adjustments to the application process before the next selection stage please contact our Recruitment Team by emailingor calling.If you are invited to the next stage ofselection you will have another opportunity to request adjustments for the next stages of the process.
Closing date:11.30pm 22 February 2026
Interview date: 9 March 2026
This authority is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service) checks or police vetting will be required for relevant posts. #LI-Hybrid
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About Company
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