At a Glance
- Tasks: Manage and implement SEN processes for children with EHC Plans.
- Company: Join Wakefield Council’s dedicated Special Educational Needs Assessment and Review Team.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, generous holiday, hybrid working, and extensive training opportunities.
- Other info: Enjoy a supportive work environment with great work-life balance and numerous employee benefits.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in the lives of children and families while advancing your career.
- Qualifications: Strong knowledge of SEN legislation and excellent communication skills required.
The predicted salary is between 30000 - 40000 £ per year.
Wakefield Council’s Special Educational Needs Assessment and Review Team (SENART) is seeking to appoint a Special Educational Needs Casework Officer on a 12‑month temporary contract. This is an exciting opportunity to join a dedicated and experienced team, delivering statutory responsibilities for children and young people with Education, Health and Care (EHC) Plans.
About the Role
- As a Casework Officer, you will be responsible for the implementation and management of statutory SEN processes and outcomes, in line with legislative requirements including the Children and Families Act 2014 and SEND Code of Practice 2015.
- Producing and amending EHC Plans based on multi‑agency input.
- Coordinating and attending statutory review meetings.
- Supporting the co‑production of plans with families and professionals.
- Offering statutory advice and training to schools and parents.
About You
- Has strong knowledge of SEN legislation and statutory duties.
- Can handle a varied workload under pressure with a calm and focused approach.
- Has excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Is committed to delivering high standards of customer service.
- Has a flexible, proactive attitude and the ability to adapt in a fast‑paced environment.
- Experience with Post‑16 Preparation for Adulthood would be advantageous.
What can I expect?
- A competitive salary.
- Generous holiday entitlement with the option to buy up to 10 extra days of annual leave.
- Hybrid working (subject to role suitability).
- Access to high‑quality training programs to advance your career to the next level.
- We are committed to supporting the wellbeing of our staff. We recognise that resilient teams need good work life balance as well as supportive leadership.
- Discounted and subsidised public transport (Arriva Bus Annual Travel Ticket, Northern Trains Limited (NTL), MetroCard).
- Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS) and a Shared Cost Additional Voluntary Contributions (AVC) scheme providing a tax efficient way to increase our pension.
- Great range of benefits including an Employee Assistant Programme, discounted membership to our excellent leisure facilities with free 12 weeks exercise program, discounts for a range of retail, entertainment, health and leisure providers, a cycle to work scheme, and many more.
We think you need these skills to ace Temporary SEN Casework Officer in Wakefield
Knowledge of SEN legislation
Understanding of statutory duties
EHC Plan production and amendment
Multi-agency coordination
Statutory review meeting facilitation
Communication skills
Interpersonal skills
