Post 16 - Regional SEND Coordinator

Salary: £30,000 - £34,000 per annum

Location: Oxfordshire

Contract: Permanent, Full Time

About The Dare2Dream Foundation

The Dare2Dream Foundation delivers specialist education, wellbeing and outreach services to children and young people with SEND, SEMH and additional needs. Working alongside Local Authorities and other partners, we provide personalised support that helps learners overcome barriers, engage in education and achieve positive outcomes.

The Role

We are seeking an experienced and proactive Regional SEND Coordinator to lead our Post 16 Outreach Service across Oxfordshire.

This is a key operational leadership role responsible for overseeing learner placements, managing staff, coordinating referrals, maintaining quality standards and ensuring the safe and effective delivery of provision for young people with complex needs.

You will work closely with families, commissioners and partner agencies to ensure learners receive high-quality support and opportunities to progress towards greater independence and positive destinations.

Key ResponsibilitiesOperational Leadership

• Oversee day-to-day delivery of Post 16 Outreach and Education Hub provision.
• Coordinate staffing, timetables and caseload allocation.
• Monitor service capacity and manage operational challenges.
• Ensure consistent, high-quality delivery across all placements.

Team Leadership

• Line manage regional delivery staff.
• Conduct supervision, support performance management and staff development.
• Support recruitment, onboarding and retention activities.
• Promote a positive and inclusive team culture.

Quality Assurance & Compliance

• Ensure compliance with safeguarding, attendance, reporting and organisational requirements.
• Conduct quality assurance checks and monitor service standards.
• Track learner engagement, progress and outcomes.
• Implement improvement actions where required.

Safeguarding & Risk Management

• Act as the first point of escalation for safeguarding and welfare concerns.
• Support staff with complex cases and risk management.
• Work closely with the Designated Safeguarding Lead.
• Ensure risk assessments and safety plans remain up to date.

Referral & Placement Management

• Review referrals and assess suitability for provision.
• Coordinate learner onboarding and placement arrangements.
• Liaise with Local Authorities, schools and commissioners.
• Maintain accurate records and caseload information.

Partnership Working

• Represent the organisation at professional meetings, reviews and multi-agency discussions.
• Build effective relationships with families and external professionals.
• Ensure clear communication with all stakeholders.

Service Development

• Identify opportunities to improve quality and learner outcomes.
• Contribute to new initiatives, policies and operational improvements.
• Share best practice across the wider service.

Person SpecificationEssential

• Experience working within SEND, SEMH, alternative provision, outreach education or a similar environment.
• Experience leading or managing staff.
• Strong understanding of safeguarding and risk management.
• Experience coordinating complex caseloads or service delivery.
• Excellent organisational, communication and relationship-building skills.
• Ability to make sound decisions and work independently.
• Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle.

Desirable

• Experience within Post 16 education or transition services.
• Knowledge of EHCP processes and annual reviews.
• Understanding of trauma-informed practice.
• Experience preparing professional reports for Local Authorities and partner agencies.

What We're Looking For

We are looking for someone who:

• Places young people at the centre of decision-making.
• Leads with professionalism, compassion and accountability.
• Has high aspirations for learners with additional needs.
• Demonstrates resilience and a solution-focused approach.
• Is committed to safeguarding, inclusion and positive outcomes.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary.
• Annual salary review.
• 26 days annual leave plus bank holidays.
• Competitive pension scheme.
• Fully funded training and development opportunities.
• Access to over 9,000 perks & benefits through Perkbox (including freebies!)
• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) - available medical support 24/7
• Employee referral scheme.
• Blue Light Card eligibility.
• Free eye tests and discounts on glasses.
• Company IT equipment provided.
• Supportive and experienced leadership team.
• Opportunities for career progression and development.

An Enhanced DBS check and satisfactory safeguarding checks are required for this position.