SEND Manager

Are you passionate about making a difference for children and young people with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND)? Hamilton School is seeking a highly organised, proactive and committed SEND Manager to play a key role in supporting the delivery of effective SEND provision across our school. Working closely with the SENCO and wider school team, you will coordinate a wide range of SEND processes, including annual reviews, Education, Health and Care Plan (EHCP) administration, external agency liaison, alternative provision coordination, student support and SEND compliance activities. You will help ensure that students with SEND receive the support they need to thrive academically, socially and emotionally., As SEND Manager, you will:

• Lead and coordinate key SEND administrative and operational processes.
• Manage annual reviews and support EHCP-related procedures.
• Maintain accurate SEND records, data and provision mapping systems.
• Liaise with parents, carers, local authorities and external agencies.
• Monitor SEND student attendance, progress and intervention outcomes.
• Support quality assurance and continuous improvement of SEND provision.
• Provide guidance and training support to staff on SEND processes and inclusion.
• Line manage up to four Teaching Assistants., Working for our Trust means contributing to something larger by supporting the education and life chances of children and young people every day.
  
  We are looking for someone who has:
• Experience within SEND, education or a related administrative environment.
• Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail.
• The ability to manage multiple priorities and statutory deadlines.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
• A commitment to inclusion and supporting students with additional needs.
• The ability to work collaboratively with school staff, families and external professionals.
• Confidence using ICT systems, databases and provision mapping tools.
  
  Hamilton School in Reading is a place of opportunity, belonging and growth for young people aged 11-16. As a special school within Maiden Erlegh Trust, it provides a highly supportive environment for students who benefit from smaller classes, strong relationships and personalised approaches that help them learn, develop confidence and succeed in life.
Every day at Hamilton is different. Staff work closely as a team to spark curiosity, celebrate progress and help students build the skills they need for the future. The school moved into its purpose-built home on Bulmershe Road in 2022, a modern and welcoming space designed around the needs of its learners. Hamilton supports students with social, emotional and mental health needs and is recognised for its expertise, teamwork and impact, including a Pride of Reading Award nomination from parents. The Hamilton team is united by commitment and compassion, and colleagues describe the staff team as exceptional in how they support one another and their students. As part of the Trust's Special and Alternative Provision Hub, colleagues connect across schools to share practice, develop professionally and access strong wellbeing support., Maiden Erlegh Trust is a growing community of schools across Berkshire and Oxfordshire, working together to deliver the best possible education for every child and young person. With around 800 staff and 5000 students across nine schools, including primary, secondary, special, and alternative provision, we are proud of the diversity that shapes our expertise. We Aim High, Be Inclusive, and Work Together. These values drive our focus on high-quality education for all, through collaboration, inclusion, and continuous improvement. Through the Maiden Erlegh Institute, colleagues access high-quality professional learning at every stage of their career, supported by mentoring, leadership opportunities, and our annual MET Staff Conference-a day that unites our whole team in sharing best practice and learning. Joining our Trust means being part of a community that invests in people and values expertise; it is about playing a direct role in shaping the lives and outcomes of young people. You can learn more about working with us and hear from colleagues across our Trust by clicking here to visit our website.

Staff wellbeing and professional development are central to how we work. Colleagues benefit from a wide range of opportunities and schemes, including: Pension Scheme - Generous employer contributions through the Teachers' Pension Scheme or Local Government Pension Scheme Annual Leave - Generous entitlement, increasing with length of service ME Day - One additional day's leave each year for a significant personal event Professional Development - Extensive CPD through the Maiden Erlegh Institute, annual Trust Conference and apprenticeship opportunities Hybrid Working - Flexible working arrangements for eligible roles Perkbox - Discounts, wellbeing resources and monthly perk points Wellbeing and Health - Free flu vaccinations and eye tests (where eligible) Employee Assistance Programme - 24/7 support and discount schemes