SEND Communications & Engagement Consultant

Start date - ASAP

Location - West Sussex County Council

Contract - Initially until March 2025

Rate of pay - £350 per day Outside IR35

About the Company

West Sussex County Council are seeking a Communications & Engagement Consultant to consult on the development of an engagement plan for the SEND & Inclusion Change Programme.

The successful candidate will work in partnership with key officers to engage with a broad audience of stakeholders including schools, professionals and parent/carers.

About the Role

The Communications & Engagement Consultant will be accountable to a WSCC Strategic Steering Group, and report progress to DFE as part of the Programme and DfE funding requirements.

The successful candidate will collaborate with key officers to develop key messages in relation to the SEND & Inclusion Change Programme.

Key Responsibilities

• Implement an effective approach for the Change Programme to achieve its milestones and objectives through communication and engagement


• Develop and co-ordinate communication activities and advise on the delivery of complex and varied messages via a variety of channels


• To be accountable to a WSCC Strategic Steering Group, and report progress to DFE as part of the Programme and DfE funding requirements


• Collaborate with key officers to develop key messages in relation to the SEND & Inclusion Change Programme


• To advise senior leads on strategic narratives with stakeholders, partners and teams


• Compile, analyze and produce intelligence to show impact and completion of objectives


• To align with WSCC Communications Standards and Guidelines


• To leave a sustainable communications approach for SEND & Inclusion to be managed as BAU

Requirements

• Proven experience as a Communications & Engagement Consultant or similar role


• Excellent communication, interpersonal and presentation skills


• Demonstrable experience in developing and implementing communication strategies


• Experience in project management and execution of communication projects


• Ability to think strategically and creatively


• Excellent organizational and time-management skills


• Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines

Apply Now

If you are a Communications & Engagement Consultant with a passion for making a difference and the skills and experience outlined above, we encourage you to apply now.

This is an excellent opportunity to work with a reputable and well-known organization and make a positive impact on the SEND & Inclusion Change Programme.