Tender

Head of Service - SEND

SANDWELL METROPOLITAN BOROUGH COUNCIL

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Tender

29 May 2024 at 14:50

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The Sandwell Metropolitan Borough Council has issued a tender for the position of Head of Service - SEND, aiming to drive forward plans for Special Educational Needs and Disability services in Sandwell. The procurement stage is currently in the tender period, with a deadline for submissions on May 31st, 2024. The contract period is set to start on June 10th, 2024, with a completion date of September 10th, 2024. This opportunity falls under the main procurement category of services and is open for participation under the open procedure (below threshold), offering potential growth opportunities for businesses in the supply services of personnel sector.

This tender presents an opportunity for businesses with expertise in providing staffing services, especially in the field of special educational needs and disability. Interested parties should be familiar with the SEN Code of Practice and demonstrate experience in senior leadership or managerial roles within a children's environment. The role requires a commitment to transforming services to better meet the needs of children and young people. As the buying organisation, the Sandwell Metropolitan Borough Council seeks a candidate who can lead a team effectively, ensuring high-quality practice and child-centered approaches in the provision of SEND services across the local area.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Head of Service - SEND

Notice Description

Head of Service - SEND Rate of Pay: Please let me know what rate your candidate is looking for at the point of Submission Hours: 37 Location: Hybrid working with 2 - 3 days in the office in Sandwell Start Date: ASAP Job Description and Personnel Specification are attached, which also provides more information above the role. Brief description: Are you someone with a passion for ensuring children and young people with special educational needs and disability achieve their potential and aspirations into adulthood? We are looking for a dynamic Head of SEND who can drive forward our plans for SEND across Sandwell, working collaboratively with partners across health, care, the voluntary sector and parents/carers and children and young people. You will ensure a high profile across partners in education, health and care and ensure strong communication and engagement with parents/carers and children and young people. Our vision is to ensure children and young people aged 0-25 years are identified at the earliest stage and receive the right support to maximise their potential and achievements. You will ensure the local area is aspirational for children and young people with SEND and that lived experiences inform service development on an ongoing basis. You will lead and manage a team of SEND Casework Managers ensuring that quality and practice is of high standard and case work is relational and child centred. You will work closely with associated teams across health and the local authority to ensure needs are identified early and appropriate provision is in place. You will contribute to sufficiency planning of services and education placements and preparation for adulthood priorities across the local areas. This position offers a unique leadership role that will allow you to continue to develop and transform services based on feedback from all partners. About you: We are looking for a candidate with a comprehensive knowledge of the SEN Code of Practice, partnership approaches and a commitment to providing the best quality services for families and children. Senior leadership or managerial experience within a Children's environment is essential. Most importantly, we are looking for someone who has experience of transforming services and can help us ensure that our SEND Services are robust and meet the needs of children and young people. Please can the agencies send over a CV, 2x up to date references and a copy of Terms and Conditions. You will also need to include your agency on cost details to each submission. Stated rates must be inclusive of all known costs. Enhanced DBS with Children's and Adults Barring List Check Please note this advert is also out with our Master Vendor You will receive further information regarding invoice terms if your candidate is appointed to this role. Invoices must be sent electronically on a weekly basis to templink_... Additional information: The Council will be using the In-tend e-Tendering System for this Procurement opportunity, please visit https://in-tendhost.co.uk/sandwellmbc to access the Sandwell MBC In-tend Supplier Portal. From here you will be able to register your company, express an interest in the opportunity, and gain immediate access to the related documents. To submit your documents, you will be required to opt in. For a Step by Step user guide to the Sandwell MBC In-tend Supplier Portal please click on the 'Guidance for Suppliers' section of the website. All procurement responses must be carried out via the Sandwell MBC In-tend Supplier Portal. If you require further assistance in respect of the system, please contact the In-tend support team on 0844 272 8810. Is a Recurrent Procurement Type? : No

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/310f7db1-4665-4379-9346-f9c2e865b55c
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure (below threshold)
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security

CPV Codes

79620000 - Supply services of personnel including temporary staff

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
29 May 20241 years ago
Submission Deadline
31 May 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
10 Jun 2024 - 10 Sep 2024 1-6 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Active
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
SANDWELL METROPOLITAN BOROUGH COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
WEST MIDLANDS
Postcode
B70 8SZ
Post Town
Birmingham
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLG West Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLG3 West Midlands
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLG37 Sandwell
Delivery Location
TLG West Midlands (England)
Local Authority
Sandwell
Electoral Ward
West Bromwich Central
Westminster Constituency
West Bromwich

Further Information

Notice Documents

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