Liaise caseworker

Job Titles

Liaise Caseworker (x2)

Salary & Grade

Grade 6, Salary £30,024-£32,597 Pay Award Pending

Location

Lincolnshire (county-wide working)

Closing Date

5th July 2026

Interviews

15th July 2026

Overview

Liaise, the SEND Information, Advice and Support Service (IASS) for Lincolnshire, is recruiting two permanent Caseworkers to join our dedicated team. These Caseworkers provide free, confidential and impartial information, advice and support to children, young people, parents and carers on matters relating to SEND, manage an active caseload and offer tailored support to meet individual needs.

Visa Sponsorship

Due to recent changes in immigration law in the UK, we are unable to offer skilled worker visa sponsorship for this role as it does not meet the requirements.

Responsibilities

• Working on the Liaise advice line and managing an active caseload.
• Delivering workshops and training to professionals, parents, children and young people.
• Promoting the Liaise service across Lincolnshire.
• Supporting the ongoing development of the service to ensure it continues to meet IASS National Minimum Standards.

Qualifications

• A sound understanding of current SEND practice and relevant legislation.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills (both written and verbal).
• Strong listening skills, empathy and the ability to build positive relationships.
• The ability to remain impartial, manage challenging situations and use negotiation and mediation skills effectively.
• A flexible and adaptable approach to working with a wide range of families and professionals.

The post holders will be required to work across Lincolnshire and will be expected to complete the necessary legal training as part of their professional development.

Contact

Please contact Sharon Schofield via email for an information chat or further information: sharon.schofield@lincolnshire.gov.uk

Values and Working Environment

Lincolnshire County Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff to share this commitment. Our values – collaborative, adaptable, eco‑conscious, supportive and responsible – guide everything we do. The role will embrace new ways of working, including hybrid arrangements, and requires good connectivity for remote collaboration.

Fluency Duty

In accordance with Part 7 of the Immigration Act 2016 (Fluency Duty), the ability to converse at ease with customers and provide advice in accurate spoken English is essential for the post.