SEND Commissioning and Quality Assurance Officer

SEND Commissioning and Quality Assurance Officer

Grade: 4

Salary: £32,076 and £39,186 Consultation grade - subject to formal evaluation under the Pay Equity Review

Type: Permanent, Full-time, 36.5 hours per week, hybrid working

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced and motivated Commissioning Officer to join the Special Educational Needs and Disability (SEND) Commissioning Team, part of the Children & Families directorate. This role is located within a dynamic and fast-paced team where no two days are the same. We are seeking to recruit an experienced, highly motivated, and enthusiastic individual with an ability to stay calm under pressure whilst managing competing priorities.

As a SEND Commissioning & Quality Assurance Officer, you will support the development and monitoring of commissioned SEND services to meet service specification and contract requirements with a focus on quality and performance. You will undertake a variety of commissioning activities that support the vision and priorities of Birmingham's Strategy for Children and Young People and Young Adults (CYP) with SEND, with a relentless drive for improving outcomes for children and young people across the city.

We are developing a resilient and skilled workforce in Birmingham that works well together with shared values and trust. We are looking for candidates who match the council's values and behaviours: "We will put our citizens first", "We are true to our word", "We act courageously", and "We will achieve excellence". You will engage in a culture of collaborative working that reflects the aspirations of stakeholders, promotes equality of opportunity, and celebrates cultural diversity, inspires a sense of purpose, and seeks to improve all aspects of performance.

Reporting to the SEND Senior Commissioning & Quality Assurance Officer, you will be part of a team of commissioning officers who will implement robust quality assurance processes across all commissioned placements to ensure services deliver the best outcomes for CYP. You will undertake quality assurance of SEND placements, supporting a cycle of continuous improvement with SEND residential and day educational specialist placements and a range of other support services for children with SEND. Using your excellent communication and engagement skills, you will support, motivate, and challenge to ensure providers are delivering the best possible education and support services for our CYP.

We will match your commitment to us with opportunities to grow and develop your knowledge and experience in SEND Commissioning so you can excel. To be part of this dynamic team and to play your part in the improvements we are delivering for Birmingham families, please get in touch.

We encourage applications from people of all backgrounds and aim to have a workforce that represents the communities we serve.

If you would like to chat about this role, please contact:

Daniella Gilligan -

You must upload a Supporting Statement via the attachments part of your application. This is required for shortlisting; you need to describe how your experience and skills fit the essential criteria for the role as specified in the Person Specification. If you do not attach your Supporting Statement, your application will not be considered.

Previous candidates need not apply at this time.

Birmingham City Council is an accredited Disability Confident Leader employer, and we are committed to employing, retaining, and developing all of our people.

We want to ensure your recruitment journey with us is a positive and equitable one, so please let us know if there are any reasonable adjustments, additional support, accessibility needs, or if there is any way in which we can support you through your application.

Closing date: 31 st October at 23.59.

Interviews for this post will take place in-person. Shortlisted candidates will be provided with further information.

Ref: BCC

We welcome applications from people with caring responsibilities, and flexible working options will be considered.

A Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check will be undertaken.

Proof of Right to work in the UK will be required for all applicants in accordance with UK Home Office requirements , before any employment offer can be confirmed.

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