Barnet Council
Senior SEND and AP Quality Assurance Officer
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Senior SEND and AP Quality Assurance Officer
Senior SEND and AP Quality Assurance Officer (Education & Learning Service, Barnet)
About the Role The Senior SEND and AP (Additional Protection) Quality Assurance Officer will lead, collaborate, and coordinate across Health, Social Care, Education, and service providers to support children and young people across the SEND spectrum—from those receiving SEN Support to those with complex and significant needs. The role focuses on embedding high-quality SEND provision and best practice through quality assurance and continuous improvement.
Join a dynamic, supportive, and highly valued team dedicated to delivering excellent services for schools, settings, and young people in Barnet. As a member of this team, you’ll work within a progressive, forward-thinking organisation that places well-being, staff development, and work-life balance at its core.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead cross-sector collaboration across Health, Social Care, Education, and external service providers to improve SEND and AP provision.
- Oversee and enhance the quality assurance framework for services supporting children and young people with SEND.
- Work closely with schools, settings, and professionals to ensure consistent, accessible, and inclusive education.
- Support training, policy development, and monitoring to safeguard and promote the welfare and inclusion of vulnerable groups.
- Engage with voluntary sector organisations to strengthen community-based support.
- Ensure adherence to statutory safeguarding, equality, and anti-discrimination policies.
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Requirements & Key Skills
- Professional Qualifications:
- Degree in Education, SEND, Social Work, or equivalent qualification is preferable.
- Practicing Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent is beneficial but not essential.
- Experience:
- Extensive knowledge of SEND law, policy (e.g., SENCo responsibilities, SEND Support to EHCP processes), and safeguarding.
- Proven experience in quality assurance, audit, or strategic leadership within SEND or special education.
- Understanding of multi-agency working, particularly between Health, Social Care, and Education.
- Further Essential Criteria:
- Expertise in SEND and AP provisions across the spectrum (from universal support to complex briefing/significant needs).
- Strong ability to engage with diverse stakeholders, including school leaders, families, and voluntary sector partners.
- Deep commitment to equity, anti-racism, and inclusive practice.
- Enhanced DBS check (barred list check) required.
- Willingness to declare Childcare Regulations (2009) requirements if applicable.
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Support & Development
- Work within a creative and skilled team highly regarded by schools and services.
- Supportive senior leadership focused on staff well-being and work-life balance.
- Continuous professional development opportunities available.
- Equal, anti-racist, and culturally responsive organisational culture with embedded policies supporting diverse recruitment.
How to Apply & Additional Notes
- Closing Date: 31st July 2026 at 11am.
- Interview Date: Week commencing 3rd August 2026.
For More Information or Informal Discussions: Contact:
- Ricky Rebello – ricky.rebello@barnet.gov.uk
- Kim Miller – Kim.Miller@barnet.gov.uk
For detailed insights, download the full Job Description & Specification here.
Barnet Education and Learning Service is dedicated to safeguarding and ensuring a fair, anti-racist work environment. Applications from underrepresented groups and those demonstrating commitment to equity are encouraged.
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