Programme Manager (Disability & SEND Services)
Programme Manager leading large-scale SEND and disability services across local authorities or organisations, coordinating multi-agency teams to deliver inclusive, compliant, and high-impact support programmes.
Average Salary: £60,000 – £120,000+, with higher earnings in senior national programmes and large local authority frameworks.
Programme Managers in Disability and SEND Services are responsible for planning, delivering, and overseeing complex programmes that support children, young people, and adults with special educational needs and disabilities. They ensure services meet statutory requirements, align with organisational strategies, and deliver measurable outcomes across education, health, and social care.
An experienced Programme Manager working at a strategic level oversees multiple projects, manages substantial budgets, leads multidisciplinary teams, and works closely with commissioners, local authorities, and external partners. At senior levels, the role focuses on service transformation, policy implementation, and long-term improvement of SEND provision, attracting salaries at the upper end of the scale.
Educational Requirements / Online Course:
A degree in education, social work, health, public administration, or a related field is typically required, alongside significant experience in SEND or disability services. Online courses in SEND Leadership, Programme Management, or Strategic Public Sector Management support advanced skills in governance, stakeholder management, service design, and large-scale programme delivery.