Director of SEND

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Please apply online. For further information about the role, please contact the school directly.

Thank you for your interest in the role of Director of SEND at Learning in Harmony Multi Academy Trust.

Proposed Start Date: 1st April 2026 but this is flexible The Executive Director will be part of the Trust Leadership Group, with the key purpose being to support the Trust in advancing education for the public benefit and ensuring that leadership at all levels of the organisation has a direct impact on school improvement, outcomes for students and effective business operations. As a member of the TLG, the Executive Director will have oversight and be responsible for leading improvement in an area of strategic responsibility, and in individual and/or groups of schools. In fulfilling their duties, the Executive Director will live the ethos and values of the organisation, follow the policies and code of conduct, and ensure that safeguarding is paramount. Whilst the specific context for the Executive Director may change with the needs of the organisation, it will primarily be focused on executive leadership of Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) and inclusion. This includes, but is not limited to: the development and implementation of a Trust-wide strategy for SEND and inclusion; oversight of our SEND Outreach services and improvement team; and executive oversight of our special schools and specialist provisions. Please see the attached Job Description and Person Specification for further detailed information. Closing date: 28th January 2026

Interview date: 16th February 2026

Employee Perks & Wellbeing Package

We recognise that high-quality, committed staff are key to delivering an excellent education for our pupils and communities.

We strive to ensure that every staff member feels happy and fulfilled in their careers while having access to top-tier support, a comprehensive benefits package, and personalised professional development opportunities. Our wide range of benefits is designed to support the well-being of our staff.

Benefits include:

• Highly competitive salaries
• Excellent pension schemes
• Enhanced leave benefits, including maternity, adoption, and paternity leave
• Generous sick pay entitlements above nationally agreed levels
• Family-friendly policies and flexible working opportunities
• Medical support services, including access to counsellors, nurses, physiotherapists, and a 24/7 GP service
• A comprehensive employee assistance programme, offering discounts from leading brands and stores, plus holistic well-being resources, fitness videos, meditations, and yoga courses
• Access to salary sacrifice schemes for bikes, season tickets, and gym memberships

Safeguarding Statement

Learning in Harmony Trust 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. We follow safer recruitment practice and the successful applicant will need a satisfactory enhanced DBS certificate and supportive references.

Our aim is to foster a culture of inclusivity that celebrates differences, promotes understanding, and ensures that no one is discriminated against in any way. By embracing diversity, we believe we can tap into the unique perspectives and talents of our employees, creating a more innovative and creative workforce that can better meet the needs of our pupils.