EHC Quality Senior Lead

Overview

We're seeking a dedicated and experienced EHC Quality Practice Lead (Senior Teacher) to join our Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) service. This is a rewarding opportunity to make a real difference for children and young people in Milton Keynes.

• Work in partnership with the Assessment/EHCP Strategic Lead and SEND Partnership to ensure EHCPs are high quality and person‑centred.
• Deliver training and coaching to education colleagues across schools, settings and post‑16 providers to improve EHCP standards.
• Supervise the EHC Quality Practice Practitioner and support team development through CPD.
• Lead audits, data analysis and reporting to drive continuous improvement.
• Act as lead for complaints, mediation and dispute resolution, and represent the Council as an expert witness in SEND tribunals.
• Maintain up‑to‑date knowledge of legislation and policy, and deputise for the Strategic Lead when required.

• A relevant teaching or postgraduate qualification and at least three years senior leadership experience in education or local government.
• Strong knowledge of SEND principles, legislation and best practice.
• Leadership skills with the ability to inspire, challenge and empower others.
• Excellent organisational and communication skills, including the ability to coach and influence.
• Resilience and flexibility to adapt to changing priorities and work across a range of environments.
• Ability to work flexibly, including occasional out‑of‑hours and holiday cover.

To be successful you will need a full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle. Proof of licence and vehicle insurance, including business use cover, will be required. The role requires an Enhanced DBS check (unless already registered with the DBS Update Service).

• Great holiday benefits – most roles include 28 days annual leave plus public holidays, increasing to 32 days after five years. Holiday purchase scheme available.
• Excellent pension – National Local Government Pension Scheme.
• Full range of family‑friendly policies including enhanced maternity, adoption and paternity support, childcare subsidy.
• Employee benefits programme: health cash plan, low‑cost bike purchase scheme, high‑street discounts, travel and entertainment offers.
• Salary sacrifice car scheme – low‑cost leasing of electric and low‑emission vehicles.
• Blue Light Card – additional discounts for staff in social care.

Our work is rewarding, our culture values diversity and inclusion, and we offer opportunities for professional growth. Join Milton Keynes City Council and make a real difference for children and young people.