Job Description
�? SEND Case Manager – Educational Needs Specialist?? Location: North West?? Pay Rate: £300 per day?? Agency Role | Flexible StartReady to lead impactful change in SEND services? We're looking for an experienced SEND Case Manager to join a forward-thinking Local Authority in the North West. This is a crucial interim role focused on managing a backlog of EHC needs assessments, driving performance, and ensuring children and young people receive the support they deserve.?? Key Highlights of the Role
* ?? Productivity Target: 8 draft EHCPs per week
* ?? Proactively manage communication with families and stakeholders
* ? Ensure all statutory responsibilities are met in line with the Children and Families Act 2014 and SEND Code of Practice 2015
* �? Champion a person-centred, inclusive approach across all processes
?? What You’ll Be DoingYou’ll lead and support various SEND functions, including:
* Assessment and Annual Review Teams
* Tribunals and SEND Finance
* Monitoring performance data, identifying gaps, and implementing improvements
* Collaborating with key partners: schools, social care, health, Parent Carer Forums, and internal development teams
* Producing detailed reports for the DfE and internal stakeholders
* Driving process improvement and ensuring statutory compliance
�? About YouWe’re looking for a confident and strategic leader with:? Proven success in leading improvements in local SEND systems? Strong working knowledge of the SEND Code of Practice and LA responsibilities? Senior leadership experience in multi-disciplinary teams? Experience working with schools and education settings? Exceptional communication and stakeholder engagement skills? A calm, solutions-focused approach under pressure? Excellent analytical skills with the ability to create and interpret complex reports?? Key Deliverables
* Lead the SEND team in line with strategic priorities
* Implement SOPs and ensure financial/data accuracy
* Drive improvement in KPI performance (corporate and DfE targets)
* Support SEND sufficiency planning across the city
* Strengthen partnerships with education, social care, and health services
?? Why Pertemps?Join through Pertemps and benefit from:?? A dedicated SEND consultant?? Fast-tracked online registration?? Weekly payroll, compliance support & perks??£250 referral bonus for recommending a colleague!?? Ideal for professionals commuting from:Blackburn, Preston, Burnley, Blackpool, Lancaster, Wigan, Warrington, Manchester, Liverpool, Rochdale, Stockport, St Helens, and across the North West.If you're ready to lead with purpose, influence SEND strategy, and deliver better outcomes for children and families — we want to hear from you!?? Apply now or contact us today for more details.Not quite the right fit? Refer a friend and earn up to £250!