Job at a glance
Are you passionate about improving outcomes for children and young people with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND)? Do you have the skills to bring together information, services and stakeholder voices to create meaningful change? We are looking for an enthusiastic and highly organised Senior Local Offer Coordinator to lead the ongoing development and improvement of Slough's SEND Local Offer.
In this rewarding role, you will coordinate the day-to-day management, quality assurance and continuous improvement of the Local Offer, ensuring that children, young people, families and professionals can access accurate, accessible and comprehensive information about services and support available across Slough. You will work closely with education, health, social care, community and voluntary sector partners to maintain high-quality information and identify opportunities for service improvement.
A key aspect of the role is leading co-production and engagement activities, ensuring the voices of children and young people with SEND, parents and carers help shape the future development of the Local Offer. You will also analyse performance data, website analytics and stakeholder feedback to identify trends and gaps, producing reports and recommendations that support continuous improvement and strategic decision-making.
This is an excellent opportunity for someone who is passionate about inclusion, engagement and improving access to services for families. Experience of coordinating projects, programmes or service improvement initiatives. Experience of consultation, engagement, participation or co-production activities. The ability to gather, interpret and present information to support service improvements. A good understanding of SEND legislation, the SEND Code of Practice and the Local Offer requirements within the Children and Families Act 2014.
A commitment to inclusion, accessibility and meaningful participation. Experience of SEND Local Offers, website content management, digital accessibility or local authority services would be advantageous but is not essential. Our Council: Our vision is to make a difference to our communities and environment. Every employee contributes to services for local people, directly or by supporting colleagues.
We celebrate diversity and want residents to enjoy fulfilling, prosperous and healthy lives. What we offer: We offer a supportive place to grow your career, where your input is valued and heard. You will join a friendly, collaborative environment where ambition and innovation are encouraged. We support flexible and hybrid working to help colleagues achieve a positive work-life balance. We welcome applications from all backgrounds, recruit on merit and value a workforce that reflects the communities we serve.
Annual increments, where applicable, are usually payable on 1 April, subject to six months' service and satisfactory performance, until the maximum spinal column point is reached. Alongside a competitive salary, we provide: 26 days' annual leave, rising to 30 days after 2 years and 33 days after 5 years' service. The Local Government Pension Scheme Wellbeing initiatives and employee networks that help us celebrate and promote equality.
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