Bristol (Hybrid - approx. 1 day onsite)Up to £750 per day UmbrellaInitial 6-month contractAn urgent interim opportunity has arisen with a large local authority for an experienced Schools Funding professional to support a number of key SEND and High Needs funding initiatives.The successful consultant will support with:SEND Reform financial modelling and implementationHigh Needs spend monitoring and reporting improvementsAlternative Provision / EOTAS / Elective Home Education financial oversightDevelopment of policies around school and education provider deficitsProviding clear recommendations to senior stakeholders on complex funding mattersWe''re keen to speak with candidates who have:Strong Schools Funding experience within a Local Authority environmentKnowledge of DSG / High Needs / SEND fundingExperience improving financial governance and reportingAbility to work independently and influence senior stakeholdersA track record of delivering solutions within complex public sector settingsHybrid working with circa one day per week in central Bristol.If interested, please send your CV ASAP or reach out for a confidential discussion.Inventum Group is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.