Assistant Director Transformation and Commissioning

Job Description

6 months contract with a local authority

Umbrella Pay Rate: £800 per day umbrella

Summary

• The Assistant Director Transformation – Additional Needs & Disabilities (AND) is a pivotal role responsible for spearheading the strategic transformation of the Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) system within the local authority and its partner organizations. This position entails leading the design, implementation, and execution of transformational programs that align with the AND Strategy, Local Area Improvement Plan, and Safety Valve Agreement. The role is crucial in driving systemic change across education, health, and social care services, ensuring that transformation initiatives meet corporate, statutory, and partnership objectives.
  

Responsibilities

• Lead the transformation programme for Additional Needs and Disabilities services.
  
• Develop and implement strategic plans to support SEND and AND priorities.
  
• Drive systemic change across education, health, and social care sectors.
  
• Align transformation initiatives with corporate, statutory, and partnership goals.
  
• Challenge existing practices and introduce innovative approaches for improved outcomes and efficiency.
  
• Oversee the development and execution of a comprehensive change programme with clear implementation plans.
  
• Ensure transformation programmes are delivered on time, within budget, and achieve desired outcomes.
  
• Manage programme risks, dependencies, issues, and governance structures.
  
• Oversee project management frameworks and monitor delivery milestones effectively.
  
• Support continuous improvement and embed sustainable new practices across services.
  

Requirements:

• Significant senior leadership experience in managing large-scale transformation programmes.
  
• Extensive experience in delivering complex organizational change within public sector environments.
  
• Proven experience in leading strategic programmes across multiple stakeholders and organizations.
  
• Experience in managing substantial budgets and resources.
  
• Proficiency in programme governance, risk management, and performance monitoring.
  
• Experience in education, SEND, healthcare, social care, or related sectors.
  
• Degree-level qualification or equivalent professional qualification.
  
• Significant management and leadership experience in a complex organization.
  

Additional Information

• Working hours: To be confirmed.
  
• DBS required.
  
• Bi-weekly payment schedule.
  
• The role closes on 23rd October 2026, apply ASAP.
  

Requirements
The Assistant Director Transformation – Additional Needs & Disabilities (AND) will provide strategic leadership for the transformation of the Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) system across the authority and partner organisations