Student Support and SEND Lead – Nacro, Sheffield

Student Support and SEND Lead

 ·       Salary - £31,982

·       Contract -  Fixed Term  - /Full Time/Ending March 2028

·       Hours - 37.5 hours

·       Location - Sheffield

·       DBS requirement - Enhanced and Child Barred

·       This role does not offer eligibility for visa sponsorship

This role offers a starting salary within Nacro’s pay structure of Entry Salary £31,982 with expected progression to Established Salary of £32,782 within the first year, subject to meeting clear criteria and performance standards, with further pay progression available in the future. Nacro’s pay framework provides transparent progression points and supports ongoing professional development and career growth.

We are Nacro, we believe that everyone deserves a good education, a safe and secure place to live, the right to be heard, and the chance to start again, with support from someone on their side.

That’s why our housing, education, justice, and health and wellbeing services work alongside people to give them the support and skills they need to succeed. And it’s why we fight for their voices to be heard and campaign together to create lasting change.

We see your future, whatever the past.

What will I be doing as a Student Support & SEND Lead?

As a Student Support & SEND Lead, you’ll be a consistent, trusted adult guiding students through barriers and back into learning.
- Act as Designated Safeguarding Lead within your centre
- Lead on EHCP reviews and oversee the delivery of inclusive SEND support
- Collaborate with Programme Leaders, Local Authorities, families, and external professionals
- Line manage Learning Support Assistants and help create a nurturing, respectful learning culture

Who we are looking for?
- Has experience in safeguarding, SEND, and multi-agency working
- Communicates with empathy, clarity, and confidence
- Can lead others while staying grounded in the needs of students
- Believes that education opens doors — especially when others have closed
Join us at Nacro, where your leadership helps students build stability, confidence, and the future they deserve.

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Please note interviews will take place from 14th December 2026

Next steps? 

Please click on the ‘Apply now’ button to apply online.     

Nacro is fair and inclusive employer

At Nacro, we believe in the power of a diverse and inclusive team. We are a Ban the Box employer and welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, including those with criminal records. Convictions are not discussed at application stage and will only be considered later if relevant to the role, assessed fairly, proportionately and confidentially. For advice, contact our confidential Criminal Record Support Service on 0300 123 1999 or helpline@nacro.org.uk.