- Directorate: Children’s Services
- Pay Level: 7 £41,873 - £47,238 fully inclusive of Local Weighting Allowance
- Contract Type: Permanent
- Working Hours: 37 hours per week
- Location: Observatory House/ Slough Hybrid (minimum 2 days per week in the office)
- DBS requirement: Enhanced
We’re reviewing applications on a rolling basis
Interviews will be held week commencing 7th September 2026
At Slough Borough Council, we're transforming the way we deliver services for children and young people with SEND. We're looking for passionate, organised and solution-focused professionals who want to make a genuine difference while working alongside families, education settings and partner agencies to secure the right support for children and young people. We are currently recruiting for a number of opportunities across the team. As part of the recruitment process, you may also be considered for one of our other vacancies, where your skills and experience are relevant.
Join our fast-paced, rapidly improving SEND Service at an exciting time of transformation. We're passionate about improving outcomes for children and young people with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND), and we're looking for someone who shares that ambition.
Our vision is to make a difference to our communities and environment. Every employee contributes to services for local people, directly or by supporting colleagues. We celebrate diversity and want residents to enjoy fulfilling, prosperous and healthy lives.
What we offer:
We offer a supportive place to grow your career, where your input is valued and heard. You will join a friendly, collaborative environment where ambition and innovation are encouraged. We support flexible and hybrid working to help colleagues achieve a positive work-life balance. We welcome applications from all backgrounds, recruit on merit and value a workforce that reflects the communities we serve. Annual increments, where applicable, are usually payable on 1 April, subject to six months’ service and satisfactory performance, until the maximum spinal column point is reached.
Alongside a competitive salary, we provide:
- 26 days’ annual leave, rising to 30 days after 2 years and 33 days after 5 years’ service.
- The Local Government Pension Scheme
- Wellbeing initiatives and employee networks that help us celebrate and promote equality.
- Tax-free childcare and childcare services
- Season ticket loan to help with rail or bus travel to and from work.
Accessibility and Support:
Slough Borough Council is an inclusive employer. If you need support during the application process or reasonable adjustments for interview, please contact our Recruitment Team: [email protected].
Information shared will be treated confidentially and used only to provide appropriate support throughout recruitment and beyond.
Our staff networks represent diverse colleague groups and help make the Council a place where people feel included and can thrive.
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Right to Work and Checks:
Please note that we are unable to offer visa sponsorship for this role.
We are committed to safeguarding children, young people and vulnerable adults. Appointments are subject to satisfactory pre-employment checks.
How we recruit at Slough Borough Council
Our 8 Core Skills
At Slough Borough Council, we are moving Forward Together. Our core skills reflect what we value and will form part of your interview.
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How to Apply:
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We look forward to hearing from you!
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