Job Description
SEND Caseworker - (Specialist Placement Annual Reviews)
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I'm recruiting for experienced SEND Caseworkers to join a Local Authority SEND Team, with a particular focus on Specialist Placement annual reviews and wider annual review casework.
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The role will involve managing a designated caseload of children and young people with SEND, coordinating annual reviews and ensuring EHCPs remain appropriate, accurate and compliant with statutory requirements.
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Rate of pay: £280 - £300 per day
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Working Arrangements: (Hybrid or Remote working)
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Contract: 3-6 months
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Key Responsibilities:
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- Manage a caseload of children and young people with SEND, with a focus on Specialist Placement annual reviews.
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- Coordinate and complete annual review processes from start to finish.
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- Liaise with parents/carers, schools, specialist settings and professionals to gather relevant information and advice.
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- Review existing EHCPs and identify where amendments to needs, outcomes or provision are required.
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- Process EHCP amendments following annual reviews and ensure plans accurately reflect the child's or young person's current needs.
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- Ensure all annual review casework is completed within statutory timescales.
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- Work closely with specialist education settings to ensure appropriate provision continues to meet individual needs.
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- Provide advice and guidance to families, schools and other professionals throughout the annual review process.
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- Maintain accurate and comprehensive case records and documentation.
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- Ensure all casework is undertaken in line with the SEND Code of Practice, legislation and local authority policies.
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- Build effective working relationships with families, education settings and wider SEND professionals.
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Experience Required:
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- Recent experience working within a Local Authority SEND service.
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- Strong experience managing annual review casework.
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- Experience of Specialist Placement annual reviews would be highly desirable.
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- Good understanding of EHCPs, amendments and statutory SEND processes.
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- Strong knowledge of the SEND Code of Practice.
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- Ability to manage a caseload effectively and work to statutory deadlines.
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This role would suit an experienced SEND Caseworker, EHCP Officer, Annual Review Officer or Specialist Placement Caseworker with strong Local Authority SEND experience.
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Referral Scheme:
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To apply, email or call Dane on .
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INDSCGDM
SEND Caseworker (Placement Annual Reviews) in Leeds employer: Spencer Clarke Group
Spencer Clarke Group is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work culture that prioritises employee growth and development. With a focus on meaningful projects within the Local Authority sector, employees benefit from hybrid working arrangements, competitive pay, and access to a wealth of career opportunities, all while being supported by experienced consultants dedicated to their success.
