At a Glance
- Tasks: Manage SEND casework and coordinate annual reviews for children and young people.
- Company: Join a supportive Local Authority SEND Team making a difference.
- Benefits: Competitive pay, flexible working options, and a referral scheme.
- Other info: Opportunity for professional growth in a dynamic environment.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in the lives of children with SEND while developing your skills.
- Qualifications: Experience in SEND casework and strong knowledge of EHCPs required.
The predicted salary is between 50400 - 62400 £ per year.
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. 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.
Rate of pay: £280 - £300 per day
Working Arrangements: Hybrid or Remote working
Contract: 3-6 months
Key Responsibilities:
- Manage a caseload of children and young people with SEND, with a focus on Specialist Placement annual reviews.
- Coordinate and complete annual review processes from start to finish.
- Liaise with parents/carers, schools, specialist settings and professionals to gather relevant information and advice.
- Review existing EHCPs and identify where amendments to needs, outcomes or provision are required.
- Process EHCP amendments following annual reviews and ensure plans accurately reflect the child's or young person's current needs.
- Ensure all annual review casework is completed within statutory timescales.
- Work closely with specialist education settings to ensure appropriate provision continues to meet individual needs.
- Provide advice and guidance to families, schools and other professionals throughout the annual review process.
- Maintain accurate and comprehensive case records and documentation.
- Ensure all casework is undertaken in line with the SEND Code of Practice, legislation and local authority policies.
- Build effective working relationships with families, education settings and wider SEND professionals.
Experience Required:
- Recent experience working within a Local Authority SEND service.
- Strong experience managing annual review casework.
- Experience of Specialist Placement annual reviews would be highly desirable.
- Good understanding of EHCPs, amendments and statutory SEND processes.
- Strong knowledge of the SEND Code of Practice.
- Ability to manage a caseload effectively and work to statutory deadlines.
This role would suit an experienced SEND Caseworker, EHCP Officer, Annual Review Officer or Specialist Placement Caseworker with strong Local Authority SEND experience.
Referral Scheme: Recommend a colleague who we successfully place and receive up to £250.
To apply, email or call Dane on (phone number removed).
SEND Caseworker (Placement Annual Reviews) 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.
