Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of children and young people with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND)? Bath & North East Somerset Council is seeking a dynamic and experienced Programme Manager to lead our SEND Capital Programme, with a budget of approximately 15M. Key Responsibilities: Responsible to: Head of Education Commissioning Programme Leadership: Oversee the management and delivery of the SEND Capital Programme, ensuring effective deployment of capital across various projects Collaboration: Work closely with the Schools Capital Organisation Team, SEND Team Management, and School Trusts Project Management: Implement robust programme, project, and risk management processes to ensure successful project outcomes Sufficiency: To support the Education Directorate to ensure we have the right number of education places for CYP with SEND, in the right type of provision, delivering value for money and in the right location, now and in the future within B&NES Stakeholder Engagement: Maintain strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders, including the Bath & N E Somerset Parent Carer Forum Reporting: Provide regular updates on project delivery and progress to the Head of Education Commissioning and other key partners What We Offer: Impactful Work: Contribute to the development of new educational facilities, including special schools and resource bases Professional Growth: Opportunities for continuous professional development and career advancement Supportive Environment: Work within a team that values boldness, empowerment, support, and transparency Qualifications: Degree in a relevant field (essential) Additional qualifications in business, change management, or programme management (desirable) In-depth knowledge of SEND legislation and best practices Strong project management and risk management skills Join us in our mission to improve the lives of children and young people with SEND in Bath & North East Somerset. This is a B&NES Council Grade 11 position, working 30 hours per week, with a competitive pro rata salary range of 50,788 to 53,993, based on experience. You will be employed on a B&NES permanent contract with annual leave and pension entitlement. Provisional interview date: Friday 24 th January 2024 To apply, please visit our website. For further information please contact Olwyn Donnelly, Head of Education Commissioning on 01225 477120 or email olwyn_donnellybathnes.gov.uk About Bath & North East Somerset Council. Working at Bath & North East Somerset provides an opportunity to contribute to your community and make a positive impact on the lives of residents. Our values shape how we work to deliver public services, and how we communicate with the residents we serve. We care about the best outcomes for local people, through our public services. Why Bath & North East Somerset Council? We offer a wide range of benefits, to ensure that you are paid fairly for your work, have the flexibility to enjoy a great work/life balance, and have the support you need. Go to https://jobsandcareers.bathnes.gov.uk/why-work-us/our-benefits At Bath & North East Somerset Council we have one overriding purpose to improve peoples live. Find out more about our values at https://jobsandcareers.bathnes.gov.uk/why-work-us/our-values We aspire to have a diverse and inclusive workplace and strongly encourage suitably qualified applicants from a wide range of backgrounds to apply and join us. Find out more on our commitment to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion at https://beta.bathnes.gov.uk/equality-and-diversity We are a Disability Confident Employer find out more at https://shorturl.at/ajrsW The Council is committed to having a diverse and inclusive workforce. Applications for job-share, part-time and flexible working arrangements are welcomed and will be considered in line with business needs. Please note that this role is subject to a Bas ic DBS Check.