SEND Finance and Placements Officer

SEND Finance and Placements Officer

Location: Central LondonContract: Fixed-term (12 months, maternity cover)Salary: £31.38 per hour UmbrellaHours: Full-time

Are you a detail-oriented finance professional with a passion for supporting Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND)? We are looking for a SEND Finance and Placements Officer to join our team in Central London for a 12-month maternity cover. This role is crucial in ensuring the effective allocation and tracking of SEND funding, helping to make a difference in the lives of children and young people with special educational needs.

? Financial Monitoring & Data Management - Track, monitor, and process data related to SEND funding, personal budgets, and specialist equipment.? Pupil Tracking & Placement Management - Maintain accurate records of pupil transitions and ensure funding aligns with attendance.? Budget Oversight & Governance - Strengthen financial decision-making across the division, ensuring effective budget management and reporting.? High Needs Funding Oversight - Monitor school top-ups, college fees, and independent special school charges within the High Needs Funding Block.? Payment Processing & Compliance - Ensure funding agreements are tracked, payments are approved, and financial governance is upheld.? Reporting & Analysis - Provide regular financial reports to the Head of SEN, identifying spending patterns and budgetary trends.

Financial Expertise - Strong understanding of local authority finance and experience managing budgets/payment processes.SEND Knowledge - A solid grasp of SEND legislation and its impact on funding and placements.Analytical Skills - Ability to interpret complex datasets and provide meaningful insights.Stakeholder Engagement - Experience working collaboratively with internal and external partners to refine systems and business processes.Administrative Excellence - Proven ability to manage multiple financial and administrative functions within a multi-disciplinary environment.

Make an Impact - Your work will directly support SEND funding, ensuring resources reach the children who need them most.Dynamic & Supportive Team - Work alongside professionals committed to improving SEND provision.Professional Growth - Gain valuable experience in a high-profile role within education finance.

If you are interested in this role, please contact We look forward to hearing from you!

This role requires an enhanced DBS check in line with our commitment to safeguarding children and young people.