Head of Inclusion, Assessment and Review Service - Middlesbrough

Head of Inclusion, Assessment and Review Service - Middlesbrough 
12-Month Cover | £500 per day | Full-Time

Pertemps is currently recruiting for an experienced Head of Inclusion, Assessment and Review Service to join a local authority on a 12-month interim basis.
This is a senior leadership role responsible for driving strategic direction across statutory SEND services, inclusion, and provision planning.
Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the delivery of statutory SEND services, ensuring compliance with the SEND Code of Practice and all relevant legislation.
• Oversee inclusion, outreach, and specialist teaching services, with a focus on improving outcomes for children and young people.
• Manage placement and provision planning, ensuring sufficiency and quality of placements across education settings.
• Lead and inspire diverse multidisciplinary teams, promoting high performance and collaboration.
• Build and maintain effective multi-agency partnerships with schools, health, social care, and other key stakeholders.
• Oversee budget and resource management, ensuring efficient use of funding and value for money.
• Drive service improvement and change management initiatives aligned with local and national priorities.

Requirements:

• Proven experience in a senior leadership role within SEND or Inclusion services.
• Strong understanding of SEND legislation, inclusion policy, and alternative provision.
• Demonstrable experience of strategic management, budget oversight, and staff leadership.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and partnership-building skills.

Why work through Pertemps?
By applying through Pertemps, you’ll benefit from:

• A dedicated consultant with access to roles nationwide and available whenever you need support
• A simple online registration process
• Attractive referral schemes and incentives
• Ongoing compliance fully managed for you
• Prompt and reliable payroll
• …and much more!

📞 To discuss this role in more detail, please contact Freya Joseph on 07471 306880 or email Freya.joseph@pprsocialcare.co.uk.