Published date: 5 September 2024

Last edited date: 5 September 2024

Closed opportunity - This means that the contract is currently closed. The buying department may be considering suppliers that have already applied, or no suitable offers were made.


Closing: 5 September 2024, 5pm

Contract summary

Industry

  • Recruitment services - 79600000

Location of contract

B70 8SZ

Value of contract

£0

Procurement reference

IT-230-8555-050924

Published date

5 September 2024

Closing date

5 September 2024

Closing time

5pm

Contract start date

9 September 2024

Contract end date

20 December 2024

Contract type

Service contract

Procedure type

Open procedure (below threshold)

Any interested supplier may submit a tender in response to an opportunity notice.

This procedure can be used for procurements below the relevant contract value threshold.

Contract is suitable for SMEs?

No

Contract is suitable for VCSEs?

No

Description

Job Title: SEND and EHC Data Lead
Rate of Pay: ?320 per day
Hours: 15 hours (2 days per week)
Location: Hybrid
Start Date: ASAP
Contract type: Agency

Job Description and Personnel Specification are attached, which also provides more information above the role.

Brief description:

Sandwell Metropolitan Borough Council is seeking a motivated and skilled SEND and EHC Data Lead to join our dynamic SEND service. This critical role will be instrumental in developing and managing a comprehensive data management system to support the Education, Health, and Care (EHC) planning process and wider SEND services. You will play a pivotal role in ensuring accurate, timely, and effective data collection, analysis, and reporting to support decision-making and service improvement.
Key Responsibilities:
o Develop and maintain a robust EHC case management system.
o Create and manage a SEND Data Dashboard and a Director's Dashboard.
o Generate accurate and timely reports on SEND performance data.
o Use data to identify areas for service improvement and training.
o Provide training, advice, and support to the current SEND data officer.
o Lead on specific data-related projects within the SEND service.
About You:
We are looking for candidates who have a passion for making a difference in the lives of children and young people with SEND. You should have:
o A degree in Data Science, Information Management, or a related field, or equivalent professional experience.
o Proven experience in data management and analysis, ideally within an education, health, or care setting.
o Advanced skills in data management software, including Power BI.
o Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
o Excellent communication and presentation skills.
o Knowledge of SEND legislation and the EHC planning process is highly desirable.

Why Join Us?
This is an exceptional opportunity to contribute to the transformation of SEND services in Sandwell. You will be part of a committed team dedicated to improving outcomes for children and young people with SEND. We offer a supportive work environment, opportunities for professional development, and the chance to make a significant impact in the community.
This role is Inside IR35.
A Basic DBS check is required.

Please can 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.

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 oppo...

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The Quotation Document(s) will be made available to suppliers who Express Interest on the Sandwell Metropolitan Borough Council Tendering Portal. To access the portal please click the following link https://in-tendhost.co.uk/sandwellmbc

You will be required to log into an existing account or register a new one. Once logged in, from the top menu bar click on 'Tenders' to list all the current opportunities. Once you have found the relevant opportunity you should click on 'View Details' in order to Express Interest.

Closing date for submission of quotations is 5th September 2024 at 5pm

Is a Recurrent Procurement Type? : No

About the buyer

Contact name

Wendy Linford

Address

1 Providence Place
West Bromwich
West Midlands
B70 8SZ
United Kingdom

Telephone

01215693300

Email

wendy_linford@sandwell.gov.uk