• Suffolk County Council - Endeavour House, Suffolk IP1 2BX #Hybrid 
• £45,380 - £55,634 per annum (pro rata for part time)
• 37 hours per week - Flexible working options available 
• Permanent 

We are passionate about improving the future for our customers, our communities and the environment. If you are too, join us as the Preparing for Adulthood Manager and make a huge and meaningful impact. Your innovation and drive will help us to continue improving and evolving. Our opportunities and support will enable you to make a difference and leave a positive, lasting legacy. 

Reimagine the possibilities. 

Your role and responsibilities 

As the Preparing for Adulthood Manager, you`ll play a crucial role in shaping the future of young people with SEND in Suffolk. 

You will:

• lead a strategic review to ensure the 4 key areas of Preparing for Adulthood as set out in the SEND Code of Practice are embedded into the Local Area Partnership to support children and young people with SEND to prepare for adulthood 

• collaborate with partners across the council, ICB, education sector, and voluntary organizations to support CYP with SEND in preparing for adulthood 

• ensure children and young people with SEND views inform improvements to services 

• work with FE Colleges, sixth forms and Post 16 Education to develop support for children and young people with SEND 

• work on reducing the number of young people not in education, employment, or training 

• maintain and update the Suffolk Local Offer website with vital information to provide information directly to children and young people with SEND and their parents/carers 

• provide training and induction on Preparing for Adulthood principles.

Your passion for making a difference will drive service improvements and create lasting positive outcomes for young people with SEND as they transition to adulthood. 

You will need:

• proven leadership and interpersonal skills

• comprehensive understanding of SEND legislation and policies 

• experience in successfully managing relevant services

• ability to influence, persuade, and motivate staff and colleagues

• strong project management and problem-solving skills

• commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. 

You can view a full list of requirements in the Job and Person Profile (docx). If you believe you can succeed in this role, apply. Even if you don`t meet all requirements, still apply. We would appreciate the opportunity to consider your application. 

The team 

You`ll be joining our SEND Services team within Suffolk County Council`s Inclusion department. We work alongside other Inclusion functions like Special Education Services, SEND Funding and Provider Services, and Psychology and Therapeutic Services. Our team is dedicated to ensuring young people with SEND are well-supported as they transition into adulthood, helping them achieve their potential and lead fulfilling, independent lives. 

Empowering Everyone 

We are big believers in potential, possibility and the power of different ideas. We’re always searching for ways to encourage, respect and enable everyone to be the best they can be. We want to represent the diverse communities we serve. We welcome applications from all individuals, especially those from groups that are currently underrepresented in the organisation, as shown in our Workforce Equality Report.

For more information 

Please contact Wendy Allen (she/her) for a casual conversation. You can reach her by calling 01473 260478 or emailing [email protected] 

How to apply 

Step 1 - Read the Job and Person Profile (JPP) (docx)

Step 2 - Click ‘Apply Now’ to start your online application.

Step 3 - Upload a supporting statement answering the following questions below (no more than 400 words per question). You should use the Supporting Statement template. 

1. Can you describe a time when you led a strategic review or implemented a significant change in a service area? What was your approach, and what were the outcomes?
2. Give an example of how you`ve successfully developed partnerships across different sectors (e.g., education, health, voluntary). What challenges did you face, and how did you overcome them?
3. Describe a complex project you`ve managed that involved multiple stakeholders. How did you ensure its successful delivery?
4. Describe a situation where you had to communicate complex information to a diverse audience (e.g., young people, families, professionals). How did you ensure your message was understood?

Please note: Without a supporting statement, your interest will not be progressed. Any supporting documents must be in either PDF or MS Word format. If you would like an adjustment to this process due to a disability, please contact us at 03456 014412 or [email protected]

Closing date: 11.30pm, 26 August 2024