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An Outstanding Opportunity
An outstanding opportunity has arisen for an experienced SEND Schools Commissioning and Delivery Lead to take charge of developing new SEN educational facilities/schools, managing all pre-opening activities to ensure the infrastructure is fully ready for occupation.
Our Client
Our client already has buildings, therefore you'd play a key role guiding each project from early planning through to operational mobilisation. Bridging the gap between educational strategy, infrastructure, and pupil placement for Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND).
Location
Our client is based in Bromley, Kent; however, the role will involve some travel in South East England. The role is ideal for a professional with previous experience in commissioning and project delivery within education, SEND, or children's services.
Role Overview
As the Schools Commissioning and Delivery Lead, your key responsibilities include:
- Lead day to day project management across planning, design, regulatory submissions, and mobilisation
- Coordinate feasibility studies, timelines, risk logs, and delivery plans
- Work closely with architects, contractors, local authorities, and internal teams
- Support the development of operational frameworks, staffing models, policies, and systems
- Ensure compliance with SEND Code of Practice, safeguarding requirements, and Ofsted expectations
- Prepare project documentation, progress reports, and readiness assessments
- Support pre-opening activities
- Ensure each school project is delivered on time, within scope, and to the required quality standards
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Skills and Experience
The following skills and experience would be preferred and beneficial for the role:
- Experience delivering complex and detailed projects in education, SEN, social care, or a related field
- Strong understanding of SEND legislation, commissioning, and regulatory processes
- Knowledge of Ofsted requirements
- Excellent organizational and project management skills
- Confidence working with multi-agency partners and senior stakeholders
- A proactive, solutions-focused approach
- A commitment to inclusive, child-centred practice
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To be considered for this position, you must have previous experience in commissioning and project delivery within education, SEND, or children's services.
Compensation and Benefits
The successful School Commissioning/Delivery Lead will receive an amazing salary of GBP65,000 - GBP72,000 per annum DOE. This exciting role is a permanent full-time role working 40 hours a week. In return for your hard work and commitment, you will receive the following generous benefits:
- 25 Days holiday plus bank holidays
- Enhanced DBS for children and adult workforce certificate paid for
- Contributory Pension Scheme
- Discretionary Company Bonus Scheme
- Annual Salary Review
- Refer a Friend Scheme rewarding up to GBP500 for each person you refer
- Blue Light Card
- Team Appreciation Days
Application
Reference ID: 7389
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