At a Glance
- Tasks: Process annual reviews for children with SEND, ensuring timely and accurate updates to EHCPs.
- Company: Join Bristol City Council's dynamic SEND team making a real difference in the community.
- Benefits: Flexible working hours, generous leave, and a supportive work environment.
- Other info: Opportunity for career growth in a diverse and inclusive workplace.
- Why this job: Be part of a high-profile improvement agenda that enhances educational outcomes for children and young people.
- Qualifications: Passion for community service, excellent communication skills, and experience with children and families.
The predicted salary is between 33119 - 35570 £ per year.
An exciting opportunity has arisen to work within the Statutory Special Educational Needs and Disability (SEND) Assessment, Planning and Review Team. We are looking to appoint an Annual Review Officer who will work within our Annual Review Pod within the SEND Inclusion Teams. The Pod works in a supportive role within SEND and the post is key to ensuring the quality and timeliness of annual review processes and the Education Health and Care Plans (EHCPs) that the SEND Team are responsible for.
As a SEND Annual Review Officer, you will have responsibility for processing annual reviews for our children and young people with Education Health and Care Plans (EHCP); ensuring that annual reviews are processed within statutory timescales and that information in the EHCP is up to date and accurately reflects needs and provision appropriate to meet their outcomes. In this interesting and demanding role, you will liaise, on occasion, with education providers and other Local Area professionals, children and young people (up to 25 years of age), and families of children and young people with SEND, ensuring that a holistic approach is taken at all times to meet the needs of those with SEND and Bristol City Council’s drive to improve educational outcomes.
This role supports the work of the wider Inclusion Teams within SEND with the overall aim of improving the processing of annual reviews within statutory timescales and the quality of our EHCP plans in Bristol.
You will be a committed individual who is passionate about serving the community and has a drive for improving customer service, processes, and operating procedures. You will have excellent communication skills and be able to work successfully with children and young people, families, schools, and those from health and social care. You will have experience of ensuring the voice of the child/young person is heard and supporting them to be aspirational in their long-term goals and outcomes. This role provides an exciting opportunity to be a part of making a real difference to our children, young people, and their families.
Please note that this role is subject to an Enhanced DBS Check.
This is an exciting time to be working within Bristol’s SEND team. The council and its partners are driving forward a comprehensive, well-resourced, and high-profile improvement agenda, of which the SEND team is playing an integral part. At Bristol City Council, we go that extra mile for our people; we offer a family-friendly work environment which is fast-moving and supportive, giving you the chance to use your skills and develop new ones within a high-profile organisation. Join us and you’ll receive a generous rewards package including flexible working, membership of the Local Government Pension scheme, and a generous annual leave allowance. In addition, you’ll be working in a supportive environment where you’ll have the chance to make Bristol a better place and contribute to its future.
We're a Disability Confident employer which means we value recruiting and retaining disabled people. Any job applicants who consider themselves to be disabled and meet the essential criteria in the Person Specification are guaranteed an interview. We'll make reasonable adjustments throughout the interview process and provide continued workplace support throughout your career.
Interviews are expected to take place on Tuesday 6th October 2026. If you have any further queries after reading the job advert along with the attached job paperwork, then please contact Debbie Harrison (SEND Post 14 Team Manager) on debbie.harrison@bristol.gov.uk.
Bristol City Council strives to have a workforce that reflects the communities it serves, we are therefore committed to ensuring diversity in our hiring process. We welcome, develop, and promote people from all sections of the community. Appointments will be made on merit.
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SEND Annual Review Officer employer: Bristol City Council
Bristol City Council is an exceptional employer dedicated to fostering an inclusive and supportive work environment. With a strong commitment to employee development, hybrid working options, and a comprehensive rewards package, including generous annual leave and pension benefits, you will have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the lives of children and families in Bristol. Join us in championing inclusive education and driving positive change within our vibrant community.
