At a Glance
- Tasks: Coordinate statutory needs assessments and manage a complex caseload for children with SEND.
- Company: Join a busy Local Authority SEND team in South East London on a 3-month contract.
- Benefits: Enjoy hybrid working flexibility and a competitive rate of £25.75 per hour (Umbrella).
- Other info: The role requires working 35 hours per week, with 3 days in the office.
- Why this job: Make a meaningful impact on children's outcomes while ensuring statutory compliance.
- Qualifications: Must have experience in Local Authority SEND teams and knowledge of EHC processes.
The predicted salary is between 25.75 - 25.75 £ per hour.
Location: South East London
Working Pattern: Hybrid (3 days per week in office)
Contract: Initial 3-month contract
Hours: 35 hours per week
Rate: £25.75 per hour (Umbrella) / £20.67 per hour (PAYE)
About the Role
We are seeking an experienced SEN Assessment and Review Officer to join a busy Local Authority SEND team on an initial 3-month contract. You will play a key role in ensuring the Authority meets its statutory duties under the Children and Families Act 2014 and the SEND Code of Practice 2015, supporting high-quality, legally compliant Education, Health and Care (EHC) processes.
Purpose of the Role
- Work directly with senior staff across a designated group of schools to ensure statutory compliance under the Children and Families Act 2014
- Coordinate and implement the statutory needs assessment and annual review process in line with the SEND Code of Practice
- Support and challenge schools, professionals, and families to reduce legal challenge and improve outcomes for children and young people
- Manage a complex caseload, ensuring timely and effective responses to changing SEND needs
- Assess individual children and young people and contribute to the development of aspirational, holistic, outcome-focused EHC Plans
- Supervise and oversee case coordinators, including daily allocation, monitoring, and quality assurance of work
Essential Requirements
- Previous experience working within a Local Authority SEND / EHC statutory team
- Strong knowledge of EHC needs assessments and annual review processes
- Experience managing complex caseloads
- Ability to work with schools, families, and multi-agency professionals in a statutory context
- Experience supervising or overseeing junior staff (desirable)
- Working knowledge of the Impulse case management system
Why Apply?
This is an excellent opportunity to join a supportive Local Authority team working on meaningful statutory SEND work, with hybrid flexibility and a competitive hourly rate. If you are interested, please apply with your CV and availability as soon as possible.
SEN Assessment & Review Officer employer: Service Care Solutions
This Local Authority team in South East London offers a supportive environment focused on statutory SEND work. Employees benefit from hybrid working arrangements and a competitive hourly rate. The team is dedicated to improving outcomes for children and young people with SEND.
