--- title: "SEND Operations Manager (1/5/24)" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-d7489843-a465-465a-aa53-766c7a174732" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-d7489843-a465-465a-aa53-766c7a174732" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-d7489843-a465-465a-aa53-766c7a174732.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-d7489843-a465-465a-aa53-766c7a174732.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "SANDWELL METROPOLITAN BOROUGH COUNCIL" published: "2024-05-01" --- # SEND Operations Manager (1/5/24) Buyer: SANDWELL METROPOLITAN BOROUGH COUNCIL Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-b5fd17-d7489843-a465-465a-aa53-766c7a174732 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-d7489843-a465-465a-aa53-766c7a174732) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-d7489843-a465-465a-aa53-766c7a174732.json) ## Summary The Sandwell Metropolitan Borough Council has published a tender for the position of SEND Operations Manager. The procurement process is currently in the Tender stage, with a closing date set for 7th May 2024 at 1:00 pm. The contract period is scheduled to start on 13th May 2024 and end on 15th July 2024. The tender is classified under services for the supply of personnel including temporary staff in the West Midlands, United Kingdom. This opportunity presents a chance for businesses specialising in personnel services to compete for the contract. Companies with expertise in managing Special Educational Needs and experience in operational functions related to SEND casework are well-suited to bid for this tender. The Sandwell Metropolitan Borough Council, as the buying organisation, is seeking a candidate with significant understanding of the SEND Code of Practice and proven skills in staff management and partnership working to enhance outcomes for children and young people. ## Notice SEND Operations Manager Rate of Pay: Band H (24.08 PAYE) Hours: 37 Location: Connor Education, Connor Road, West Bromwich/Hybrid Start Date: ASAP Job Description and Personnel Specification are attached, which also provides more information above the role. Brief description: We are looking for a Special Educational Needs Operations Manager to join our Inclusive Learning Services Senior Leadership Team. This is an excellent opportunity to make a difference and continue to develop the good work identified in our local area inspection revisit in March 2019. The postholder will have line management responsibility for three area team managers and all operational functions of SEND casework including ensuring compliance with relevant government legislation and statutory requirements. We are looking for an individual who has: o Significant understanding of the SEND Code of Practice, legislation and regulations. o Proven skills in being able to lead, manage, and motivate staff. o Proven skills in partnership working to achieve improved outcomes for children and young people. o Excellent interpersonal skills. o Experience of initiating and developing policy and operational changes whilst motivating and leading staff. You must hold a o Degree or substantial relevant experience within SEN. o GCSE English and Maths An Enhanced DBS check is required for this post Hours 37 hours per week 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. 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_1@sandwell.gov.uk along with your workers authorised timesheet supplied by your agency. Payments are then released 14 days from the date of the invoice. 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. Closing Date: 7 May 2024 @ 1.00pm 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 ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/0ae49af7-0806-4466-ad9f-78ca070104d2 | | 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 | | All stages | Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 1 May 2024 | | Submission deadline | 7 May 2024 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 13 May 2024 - 15 Jul 2024 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £11,854 | | Lots value | Not specified | | Awards value | Not specified | | Contracts value | Not specified | ## Status | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender status | Active | | Lots status | Not specified | | Awards status | Not specified | | Contracts status | Not specified | ## Buyer | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Main buyer | SANDWELL METROPOLITAN BOROUGH COUNCIL | | Locality | WEST MIDLANDS | | Post town | Birmingham | | Postcode | B70 8SZ | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLG West Midlands (England) | | ITL 2 | TLG3 West Midlands | | ITL 3 | TLG37 Sandwell | | Local authority | Sandwell | | Electoral ward | West Bromwich Central | | Westminster constituency | West Bromwich | | Delivery location | TLG West Midlands (England) | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security ### Codes - 79620000 - Supply services of personnel including temporary staff ## Release History - 1 May 2024 at 17:20 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/0ae49af7-0806-4466-ad9f-78ca070104d2 - 1 May 2024 at 17:20 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/0ae49af7-0806-4466-ad9f-78ca070104d2 ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/0ae49af7-0806-4466-ad9f-78ca070104d2 1st May 2024 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder - https://in-tendhost.co.uk/sandwellmbc/aspx/ Additional information on how to apply for this contract ## Notice URLs - https://in-tendhost.co.uk/sandwellmbc ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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