At a Glance
- Tasks: Support families and collaborate with professionals to ensure quality education for all children.
- Company: Bradford Council, committed to diversity and inclusion.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, training opportunities, and a supportive work environment.
- Other info: Join a dynamic team with a focus on professional growth and community impact.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in the lives of children and families in your community.
- Qualifications: Experience in SEND and strong communication skills.
The predicted salary is between 30000 - 40000 £ per year.
Send Senior Officer
The SEND Integrated Assessment Team are responsible for the Local Authorities statutory functions in respect of Education, Health and Care Assessment and reviews.
We are looking for a SEND Senior Officer to join our dedicated team.
This role is an opportunity to make a real difference in our vibrant and diverse city.
Responsibilities
- Work in partnership with parents in relation to individual pupil cases, to offer a listening ear, showing empathy and support at all times; to liaise with the Parent Partnership Service and the local Mediation Service where necessary to support a solution focused approach to resolving casework.
- Work collaboratively with a range of professional colleagues within Bradford Council, and Casework Officers across the 0-25 Integrated Assessment Team as well as partners from other agencies such as health and social care to ensure that EHCP assessments and annual reviews are fully compliant.
- Prepare individual cases and present them as the representative of Bradford Council at the Special Educational Needs and Disability Tribunal undertaking training where necessary.
- Line manage a team of SEND Casework Officers and Annual Review Officers.
- An Enhanced Disclosure check with Barred List will be undertaken for this post.
- Contact
If you are interested in joining our team and would like some further information, please contact Lesley Brown on Lesley. Brown@bradford. gov. uk.
Equal Opportunities
We do not discriminate against any applicant or employee directly or indirectly on the grounds of gender, marital status, gender re‑assignment, pregnancy, sexual orientation, disability, race, colour, ethnic background, religion or belief nationality or age.
And, as an equal opportunities employer, the Council strives to employ the best qualified people from a diverse range of applicants.
The RESPECT Allyship Programme is available to all staff, which offers the opportunity to learn more about the diverse communities & groups and provides added benefits and resources to its member.
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SEND Senior Officer employer: Bradford Corporation
Bradford Corporation is an exceptional employer dedicated to making a meaningful impact in the lives of young people affected by domestic abuse. With a supportive work culture that prioritises employee well-being, you will enjoy generous benefits such as 32 days of annual leave and a 5% employer pension contribution, alongside opportunities for professional growth within a collaborative team environment. Join us in Bradford, where your expertise can truly make a difference in the community.
