• Provide strategic leadership for a partnership-wide communications approach, including brand development and narrative alignment.
• Champion co-production with children, young people, and families to ensure their voices inform all engagement activities.
• Develop innovative multichannel communication strategies, including social media, video, and podcasts.
• Influence senior leaders and stakeholders to deliver a compelling, unified narrative about SEND improvements.
• Build capacity across cross-sector communications teams and embed best practice.
• Monitor and evaluate impact, using data-driven insights to inform decision-making and reporting to the Department for Education.

• Proven experience in a senior communications leadership role within a complex, multi-agency environment.
• Strong strategic planning and change leadership skills.
• Expert knowledge of the SEND system and co-production principles.
• Exceptional stakeholder engagement and relationship management skills.
• Advanced skills in multichannel communications and brand development.
• Programme and project management expertise with evidence of delivering large-scale initiatives at pace.

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