SEND and AP Advisory Services for Blackpool, Oldham, and Wirral Councils
Department for Education · Awarded contract
AwardedSEND and AP Advisory Services for Blackpool, Oldham, and Wirral Councils
Awarded 03 Oct 2023
Awarded03 Oct 2023
Value£97,200.00
SupplierKevin Burns
AgencyDepartment for Education
RegionNorth West
CategoryEducation & Training
Ended 1y 7mo ago1y 6mo term
Awarded 3 Oct 2023Expired 30 Mar 2025
About
Department for Education awarded a contract to Kevin Burns for SEND and AP advisory services to support Blackpool Council, Oldham Council, and Wirral Council.
The supplier provided expertise to advise, challenge, and support at-risk or poor-performing local areas in developing and implementing robust plans to improve SEND and AP services.
The work included ensuring sustainable improvements, focusing on outcomes for children and young people with SEND, and preparing for Ofsted inspections.
The adviser engaged at strategic and operational levels, contributed to formal reviews, and provided regular written reports to the department on progress.
The contract value was AUD 97,200.
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