Highly qualified and motivated professionals
Invicta Strategic Consultants Ltd provides specialist statutory SEND consultancy for schools, multi‑academy trusts, local authorities, families and the employment sector. We deliver clear, evidence‑informed guidance that strengthens systems, supports compliance, and improves outcomes for children, young people and differently-abled workers with SEND.
Our work is grounded in statutory rigour, professional integrity, and a commitment to sustainable, meaningful change.
Who We Are
Invicta Strategic Consultants Ltd was founded by Lucy Emma Little, a statutory SEND specialist with 18 years of cross-phase experience across education, social care, and school improvement. From EYFS to post-16 and adult education, Lucy brings a rare combination of operational insight, strategic leadership, and deep knowledge of the legal frameworks governing SEND.
Her work is trusted by leaders across mainstream, specialist, and local authority settings, delivering clarity, compliance, and impact.
Our Values
We believe that strong SEND systems are built on:
CLARITY
Every recommendation is precise, defensible, and aligned with statutory expectations.
INTEGRITY
We provide honest, independent analysis, even when the findings are challenging.
INCLUSION
Our work promotes equity, accessibility, and improved outcomes for all learners.
IMPACT
We focus on sustainable change, not surface‑level fixes.
Our Approach
We work collaboratively with leaders, SENCOs, and multi‑agency teams to deliver consultancy that is:
- Statutory‑aligned
- Evidence‑informed
- Practical and actionable
- Tailored to each organisation
- Transparent and well‑communicated
Whether reviewing EHCP processes, preparing for Ofsted, or supporting strategic SEND leadership, our approach is grounded in professionalism, discretion, and a commitment to excellence.
Who We Support
Our consultancy adapts to the needs of each organisation, from targeted interventions to whole‑system transformation.
We work with:
Schools and Multi‑Academy Trusts
Local Authority teams
SENCOs and Inclusion leads
Families navigating complex SEND systems
Specialist and Alternative provisions
Employment sector
About the Founder
Lucy is a qualified teacher, qualified SENCO, and BPS‑registered test user with advanced training in psychometrics assessment, and statutory SEND practice. Her career spans leadership roles in mainstream and specialist settings, consultancy across phases, and contributions to national SEND discourse through publications, policy work, and curriculum design.
She is currently completing a Professional Doctorate in Advance Social Work and Social Care, further strengthening her expertise in complex needs, safeguarding, and multi‑agency practice.
Her professional background includes:
- Strategic SEND leadership in primary, secondary, and specialist settings
- Development of SEND systems, policies, and compliance frameworks
- High‑level experience with EHCP processes, access arrangements, and statutory duties
- Coaching and advisory work with senior leaders and support teams
- Contributions to Ofsted‑aligned curriculum design and school improvement
- National‑level work in digital SEND innovation and AI‑enhanced compliance tools
Lucy brings precision, empathy, and a deep understanding of the SEND landscape to every project.
Key Qualifications
A curated selection of Lucy’s most relevant qualifications:
- National Award for SEN Coordination (NASENCO)
- MSc Psychology
- MA Social Work & Social Care Practices
- BPS Registered Test User: Ability, Educational & Attainment
- Level 7 Psychometric Testing & Access Arrangements
- PGDIP Social, Emotional and Mental Health needs.
- Designated Safeguarding Lead (DSL)
- Level 3 Supervising First Aid for Mental Health
(Additional training and specialist certifications available on request.)