Contract | Civic Recruitment Limited | United Kingdom
Posted On 15/01/2026
Job Information
Work Experience 1-3 years
Education / Training
City Knowsley
Province Merseyside
Postal Code L34
Job Description
3 months contract with a Local Authority
Job Summary:
Knowsley Borough Council is seeking experienced SEND Caseworkers to join the SEND Service on a temporary basis to support service delivery during an ongoing recruitment process.
The postholder will manage a caseload of children and young people with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND), coordinating statutory assessments and producing high-quality Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCPs) in line with legislative requirements.
The role requires significant tribunal experience, strong partnership working, and the ability to meet statutory timescales.
The post is based at Westmorland Road, Huyton, with a hybrid working arrangement of two days per week in the office (Mondays and Wednesdays), though remote working may be considered for candidates with extensive experience.
Key Duties/Accountabilities (Sample):
* Manage an allocated caseload of children and young people with SEND from birth to age 25.
* Coordinate statutory SEND assessments in accordance with the Children and Families Act 2014.
* Lead and chair person-centred planning and annual review meetings.
* Produce high-quality, outcome-focused Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCPs).
* Ensure statutory timescales are met for assessments, reviews and amendments.
* Prepare and manage SEND Tribunal cases, including documentation and evidence within tribunal deadlines.
* Participate in mediation and dispute resolution processes with families and professionals.
* Work collaboratively with education settings, health, social care and other partner agencies.
* Support effective transitions to adulthood, including health and social care services
* Maintain accurate, GDPR-compliant records on Liquid Logic.
* Contribute to responses for complaints and Subject Access Requests.
* Promote Knowsley’s graduated response and inclusive practice across educational settings.
Skills/Experience:
* Proven experience working as a SEND Caseworker within a Local Authority.
* Essential: Tribunal experience, including case preparation and attendance.
* In-depth knowledge of SEND legislation, including the Education Act 2002 and Children and Families Act 2014.
* Strong experience of EHCP writing with clear, measurable outcomes.
* Ability to manage complex caseloads and meet statutory deadlines.
* Experience chairing meetings and working directly with families and young people.
* Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
* Strong multi-agency working and negotiation skills.
* Experience using SEND case management systems, ideally Liquid Logic.
* High level of professionalism, attention to detail and solution-focused approach.
Additional Information:
* The closing date: 30/01/2026.
* Location: Westmorland Road, Huyton, Knowsley.
* Work Pattern: Hybrid – 2 days per week in the office.
* Enhanced DBS is required for this role.
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