Bristol (Hybrid - approx. 1 day onsite) Up to £750 per day Umbrella Initial 6-month contract An 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 implementation High Needs spend monitoring and reporting improvements Alternative Provision / EOTAS / Elective Home Education financial oversight Development of policies around school and education provider deficits Providing 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 environment Knowledge of DSG / High Needs / SEND funding Experience improving financial governance and reporting Ability to work independently and influence senior stakeholders A track record of delivering solutions within complex public sector settings Hybrid 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