SEND Caseworker
Grade 7 SCP 26 - 30 £37,280 - £40,777
Permanent / Full time (37hrs pw)
About the role
The SEND Casework Officer role will be to co‑coordinate efficient Statutory Needs Assessments and/or Annual Review processes and placement planning for students with special educational needs and disabilities.
They will provide oversight and undertake casework for young people who require an Education, Health and Care Plan, liaising with multidisciplinary agencies, parents and carers to ensure EHC plans are accurately co‑produced to meet the needs of children and young people with SEN and disabilities.
The role requires the ability to work empathetically with parents and carers and to work with a high level of accuracy when synthesising information from reports. It also requires an ability to organise priorities in line with statutory timescales for Annual Reviews.
This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and therefore will be subject to an Enhanced DBS check from the Disclosure and Barring Service.
We want you to apply if you:
* Good general level of education with a high standard of literacy skills (minimum GCSE grade C/4 or equivalent in English literacy or language).
* Experience of working with children or young people who have special educational needs within an education, health or social care environment.
* Experience working in a public service with some knowledge of SEND.
Why work with us?
* Make a difference: Our work matters. The work we do is incredibly rewarding. Join us and make a difference in the lives of our children, families, and community.
* Inclusion: Thrive in our diverse and inclusive culture and be part of our employee networks, including Accessibility, LGBTQ+, Racial Equality, Armed Forces and Menopause.
* Work‑life balance: We offer a hybrid model of working with agile and flexible working arrangements, including part‑time opportunities, flexible hours, and the possibility of remote work arrangements.
* Professional development: Advance your career with our comprehensive induction, supervision, peer support, and supportive environment.
* Be part of a happier, healthier workforce: Benefit from our wide range of wellbeing activities and employee assistance programmes.
* Attractive salary, benefits and rewards: For additional information please follow this link Together for Children Benefits and rewards.
* What our team think: About Us.
We value diversity and strongly encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, including but not limited to various ages, disabilities, neurodiverse individuals, gender identities, sexual orientations, religions, beliefs, races, and ethnicities. We aim for our team to reflect the diversity of the communities we serve.
We are committed to making our application process accessible to everyone. Please reach out to our EDI Lead EDI@togetherforchildren.org.uk or peoplesupport@togetherforchildren.org.uk so we can discuss any adjustments or support we can provide during the recruitment process or within the workplace.
We operate a guaranteed interview scheme for applicants who can show they meet all the essential criteria and have indicated they have a disability, are a looked‑after young person, are care experienced, or are a veteran.
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