SEND Specialist Advisory Teacher

Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of children and young people with special educational needs and disabilities?

As a SEND Specialist Advisory Teacher, you will play a vital role in supporting schools, educational settings, and families by providing expert training, guidance, and advice. Your expertise will help ensure that students with complex SEND receive the support they need to reach their full potential.

In this role, you will:

• Provide specialist advice and training to schools to promote inclusive education.
• Support the identification, assessment, and planning of effective teaching strategies for children with SEND or emerging needs.
• Work closely with education leaders, SEND specialists, and multi-agency teams to drive positive change.
• Deliver professional expertise and guidance to schools, social care, and health colleagues.
• Conduct assessments, provide timely reports, and offer expert recommendations for children with complex communication needs, autism, and other SEND.
• Contribute to multi-agency meetings, provide specialist advice for Tribunal appeals and mediations, and support SEND policy development.

About You

We are looking for a dedicated professional who:

• Has experience working with children and young people with complex SEND.
• Can confidently provide specialist advice, assessments, and training to education professionals and families.
• Is skilled in developing and delivering inclusive teaching strategies.
• Is passionate about improving outcomes for children and young people aged 0-25.

This is an exciting opportunity to be at the forefront of SEND education, influencing policy and driving meaningful change.

If you’re ready to make a real impact, we’d love to hear from you!

• Flexible Working Hours – We recognise the importance of flexibility in managing your work and personal life.
• 36 Hour Week – Enjoy a standard 36-hour workweek for all full time staff.
• Generous Holiday Entitlement – You will receive a minimum of 26 days annual leave each year, in addition to bank holidays. This entitlement increases to a maximum 37 days after 10 years of service.

• Hillingdon Sport Leisure – Stay active and healthy with discounts at council owned leisure centres and swimming pools across the borough.
• Cycle Purchase Scheme – Promote eco-friendly commuting with our cycle purchase scheme.
• Discount on Golf Fees – Enjoy up to 30% discounts on green fees at council owned golf courses.
• Financial Benefits – Secure your future with access to the Local Government Pension Scheme and membership to the Credit Union.
• Vivup Benefits – Access a variety of offers and discounts through our Vivup Benefits.
• Eye Care – We contribute towards eye tests and lenses for Display Screen Equipment
• Mental Health Support – Our mental health first aiders are trained to identify, understand, and help employees experiencing mental health issues.
• Support and Counselling Services – Access free 24-hour confidential advice and counselling as well as a legal advice service for you and your immediate family.

• Travel Support – Make your daily commute easier with our season ticket loans and free car parking. We also provide bicycle parking, lockers, and showers at the Civic Centre.