At a Glance
- Tasks: Support children with special educational needs by conducting assessments and creating tailored plans.
- Company: St Helens Council, a modernising authority passionate about community and child welfare.
- Benefits: Well-being support, financial perks, flexible working, and learning opportunities.
- Other info: Join a supportive team dedicated to safeguarding and promoting children's welfare.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in children's lives while being part of an ambitious change agenda.
- Qualifications: Experience in education or social care, strong communication, and organisational skills.
The predicted salary is between 30000 - 40000 £ per year.
Located in the heart of the Northwest close to Liverpool, Manchester and Lancashire, St Helens is a modernising Council which is passionate and ambitious for the children and families we support, our communities and our workforce.
As part of our transformation journey, we continue to build on our progress and put children firmly at the centre of our care.
We can only do this because of our highly valued, skilled, and supported workforce.
Working together, our workplace vision and values guide our organisation, and the contribution of our workforce is key to our culture journey.
Employees with us receive a wide range of benefits including well-being in work, financial benefits, ways of working and learning and development support.
St Helens is seeking to attract a skilled and motivated person to join the Borough's SEND Service as SEND Casework Officer.
You will be joining St Helens at an exciting time of change, and will be part of a team delivering on an ambitious change agenda.
As a SEND Casework Officer, you will be responsible for ensuring that the special educational needs of children and young people in the Borough, are met by carrying out statutory assessments and drawing up Education, Health and Care Plans, (EHCPs), as well as ensuring that annual reviews of EHCPs are carried out and that appropriate action from the review recommendations are taken.
You will be a member of a multi professional team, who work closely with parents, educational settings and professionals, across health and social care, to ensure that effective, appropriate and joined up provision is made for children and young people with Special Educational Needs and Disability.
The successful applicant will have commitment, passion and enthusiasm as a champion for children with SEND and will have exceptional communication, negotiation and organisational skills and be able to influence practice at a senior level.
A solid understanding of the Local Authority’s statutory responsibilities under the Children and Families Act, (2014) is essential, alongside a robust understanding of the SEN Code of Practice, (2014).
This Authority is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
- This post is subject to Enhanced DBS Disclosure
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SEND - Casework Officer in St Helens employer: St Helens Council
St Helens Council is an excellent employer for aspiring Early Years Practitioners, offering a supportive work culture that prioritises children's learning and development. With opportunities for professional growth and a commitment to high-quality education, employees can thrive in a nurturing environment while making a meaningful impact in the community. The council's focus on collaboration with teaching staff ensures that every practitioner is equipped to succeed in their role.
