Strategic SEND Cluster Lead – Wakefield Council

• Salary: £57,770 per annum
• Permanent Position
• Hybrid Working – remote and office-based

Wakefield Council are looking for a Strategic SEND Cluster Lead to provide leadership and oversight across clusters of primary, secondary, special schools, post-16 settings, and trusts, supporting inclusive practice and driving SEND reform.

This is a strategic leadership role working closely with school leaders, internal Local Authority teams, and multi-agency partners to identify emerging need, influence service planning, strengthen inclusion, and improve outcomes for children and young people with SEND.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and facilitate cluster meetings across schools and settings
• Challenge and support school leadership teams to strengthen inclusive practice
• Use data and insight to identify emerging needs and anticipate demand
• Support SEND commissioning, service development, and workforce planning
• Deliver training, coaching, and advisory support through the “Experts at Hand” offer
• Build strong partnerships across education, health, and care services

Requirements

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) with significant SEND / Inclusion leadership experience
• Strong understanding of the SEND Code of Practice and inclusive education
• Experience working strategically across multiple schools, settings, or trusts
• Ability to influence change, challenge effectively, and build partnerships
• School leadership background (SENCO / Inclusion leadership desirable)

What’s on Offer?

• Competitive salary package
• Hybrid working opportunities
• Generous annual leave + option to purchase additional leave
• Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS)
• Excellent wellbeing and employee benefits package
• Ongoing learning and development opportunities 

For more information on this role, or to send your CV, please contact Dane Matthews on dm@spencerclarkegroup.co.uk or 01772 954200