Children's Learning & Engagement, Bournemouth Town Hall
PRINCIPAL SEN OFFICER
Ref: 5766
Up to £51,187
37 hours per week
We are seeking a suitably qualified and experienced person to fulfil this important role as part of our Vulnerable Groups Strategy. You will have responsibility for leading the SEN Assessment team in ensuring the Local Authority meets its statutory responsibilities for the identification and assessment of children and young people with special educational needs, as well as ensuring effective and efficient use of resources to maximise their achievements.
An astute understanding of the issues facing children and young people with special educational needs and their families and a detailed knowledge of SEN legislation are requirements of this post.
If you can demonstrate all these qualities and are a highly motivated team player with proven leadership capacity we would like to hear from you.
For an informal discussion about this post, please contact Hilary Evans on 01202 456155.
For more information and to apply online, visit https://www.jobsatbournemouth.com
Alternatively, contact: e. recruitment@bournemouth.gov.uk t. 01202 454775 or 01202 458838 (24-hour answerphone)
Closing date: 1 June 2012.