SEND Manager
Acklam Grange School, Middlesbrough, TS5 8PB20 days remaining to apply
Start date details
As soon as possible
Closing date
3 March 2026 at 12pm (midday)
Date listed
10 February 2026
Job details
Job role
- Other support roles
Visa sponsorship
- Visas cannot be sponsored
Working pattern
- Full time: 37 hours per week, Monday to Friday Term time only plus 5 days (TTO+1)
Contract type
- Permanent
Pay scale
- Grade H Points 16-20 £30,518 - £32,597 (actual salary £26,368 - £28,164)
What skills and experience we're looking for
School Name: Acklam Grange School
Post Title: SEND Manager
Salary: Grade H Points 16-20 £30,518 - £32,597 (actual salary £26,368 - £28,164)
Responsible to: Headteacher,Assistant Headteacher,ASD Hub Lead
JOB SPECIFICATION: MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE POST:
To oversee the daily operation of the Learning Support department, leading and deploying the HLTA/TA team, coordinating timetables and exam support, and ensuring high‑quality provision for students with SEND. The role supports the SENDCo with statutory processes such as EHCP needs assessments, annual reviews, and multi‑agency liaison, while maintaining strong communication with parents and external professionals. It also plays a key part in Year 6 transition, pastoral collaboration, and the organisation of SEND‑related activities and visits.
- Educated to GCSE Standard at Grade A* – C for a minimum of 5 GCSEs including Mathematics and English, or equivalent qualifications.
- NVQ Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification or equivalent qualification or experience
- Evidence of ongoing professional development relevant to education, SEND, or leadership.
- Willingness to undertake any further training relevant to the role
- Experience of working with children/young people
- Experience of supporting students with SEND.
- Full working knowledge of relevant policies/codes of practice
- Committed to Safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people
- Experience of coordinating or managing staff, or evidence of leadership responsibilities.
- Experience of working collaboratively with parents, carers, and external agencies.
- Experience of administrative processes, record‑keeping, and meeting deadlines.
What the school offers its staff
We are committed to the ongoing professional development of all of our staff and value the contribution they make each and every day to enrich the lives of our learners. If you would like to be part of our TLLT family, we can offer you:
- A staff wellbeing package offering support in all areas of wellbeing and comfort
- Fantastic ongoing and everchanging CPD opportunities and packages led by experts
- A commitment to staff development and sharing best practice
- A culture based on shared values, driven and empowered by staff
- An exceptional leadership team, passionate about our learners
- A comprehensive, inclusive, family working environment firmly rooted in our local community
- An environment where staff and students alike feel valued, encouraged and empowered to reach their potential
- Competitive salaries and pensions schemes (TPS & LGPS)
- Family friendly policies and values
- Discounts and benefits
Further information about the job
Commitment to safeguarding
The School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Safer recruitment practice and pre-employment checks will be undertaken before any appointment is confirmed. This post is subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.
Applying for the job
Apply for the job by following the link below.
CVs will not be accepted for this application.
View advert on school website (opens in new tab)Additional documents
If you need these documents in an accessible format, please contact the school.
About Acklam Grange School
- School type
- Academy, ages 11 to 16
- Education phase
- Secondary school
- School size
- 1456 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 11 to 16
- Ofsted report
- View Ofsted report
- School website
- Acklam Grange School website
- Email address
- humanresources@acklamgrange.org.uk
- Phone number
- 01642 277700
Acklam Grange School and Linthorpe Community Primary School converted to academies on 01 July 2018 and are co-founders of The Legacy Learning Trust multi academy trust, with a shared vision:
Placing learners and learning at the heart of all that we do
Acklam Grange School is a large, 11 – 16 urban, multi-cultural secondary school (NOR 1441) with
first class facilities in new campus-style BSF buildings. We place the students at the heart of all that we do.
We gained Teaching School status in 2017 to provide high quality training, development and support to new and experienced school staff.
We place the students at the heart of all that we do. We offer you:
• A school ranked in the top 20% of in the country for student progress for four years running.
• A school with a broad and balanced curriculum where all subjects are valued.
• National Award winner for ’Outstanding Secondary School Progress 2018’ by the Education Business Awards.
• The top performing school overall in Middlesbrough for four years running and ranked one of the top 5 in the Real Schools’ Guide of Teesside state secondary schools.
• Consistently outstanding GCSE results including 9-4 English & Maths 70%, 76% 9-4 English, 77% 9-4 Maths with 27 subjects performing above national figures.
• A nationally recognised, bespoke professional development programme – AGS Inspire.
• A comprehensive, inclusive, family working environment firmly rooted in our local community.
• A commitment to both academic and pastoral success with SMSC as a driving force and strength.
• Staff well-being package supported by a serving NHS practitioner which is nationally recognised.
• SSAT Award winners for 5 years running.
Arranging a visit to Acklam Grange School
To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email humanresources@acklamgrange.org.uk.
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