💼 Full-Time Position

SEND and Alternative Provision Service Manager

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Thurrock Council
📍 United Kingdom, United Kingdom, United Kingdom
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Location
United Kingdom, United Kingdom
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Posted
June 23, 2026
Type
Full-Time
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Full-Time Opportunity: This is a permanent, full-time position with a competitive package and real career growth potential.

Job Description

Job Title: SEND & Alternative Provision Service Manager
Salary: £63,393 – £73,167 per annum
Grade: H
Contract Type: Permanent
Working Hours: 37 hours per week

About the Role

The postholder will provide strategic and operational leadership for the delivery of Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) and Alternative Provision (AP) services, ensuring statutory duties are met and that children and young people receive high‑quality, timely, and effective support. 

The post holder will lead and manage operational teams, drive continuous improvement, and work collaboratively with internal services, education settings, health partners, and families to improve outcomes, promote inclusion, and ensure efficient use of resources.

The SEND/AP Operational Manager will be responsible for translating national legislation and local strategy into effective operational practice, overseeing performance, quali...