Job Title: Interim Senior SEND Caseworker
Contract: Temporary – 3 Months Initially
Rate: £320 to £340 Per Day Umbrella
Location: Northwest England, Merseyside (2 days a week in office)
Role Overview
We are seeking an experienced Senior SEND Caseworker to join a local authority SEND service on an interim basis. The post holder will manage a complex caseload of Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCPs) while also providing professional oversight, guidance and support to SEND Caseworkers to ensure statutory compliance and high-quality practice across the service.
Key Responsibilities
Manage a complex and high-priority caseload of EHCPs in line with statutory requirements
Lead on new EHC needs assessments, including complex cases and tribunal-related work
Oversee and quality assure annual reviews and EHCP amendments
Draft, review and sign off high-quality, legally compliant EHCPs
Provide practice guidance, mentoring and case oversight to SEND Caseworkers
Support the resolution of complaints, mediations and SEND Tribunal matters
Act as a key point of contact for parents/carers, schools and partner agencies in complex cases
Ensure statutory timescales and service performance targets are met
Contribute to service improvement, audits and policy development
Maintain accurate case records and contribute to reporting requirementsEssential Requirements
Significant experience working as a SEND Caseworker or Senior SEND Caseworker within a local authority
In-depth knowledge of SEND legislation, including the Children and Families Act 2014 and SEND Code of Practice
Proven experience managing complex EHCP cases and providing case oversight
Strong EHCP drafting and quality assurance skills
Excellent communication, negotiation and problem-solving skills
Ability to work autonomously while supporting and guiding others
Strong organisational skills with the ability to prioritise competing demandsWhy Choose Ackerman Pierce?
Ackerman Pierce calls upon over 15 years' worth of experience in recruiting directly into the Social Work Sector. We can offer a unique experience within recruitment where you have your own personal consultant, a DBS and Compliance service with a quick and easy registration process. We pride ourselves on a guaranteed weekly payment process.
To discuss this vacancy further or any other opportunities, please contact Elise Revett or email in your updated CV to us at Ackerman Pierce