At a Glance
- Tasks: Manage SEND complaints and improve services for children and families.
- Company: Supportive Local Authority SEND service with a remote work culture.
- Benefits: Fully remote work, competitive salary, and Monday to Friday hours.
- Other info: Join a passionate team dedicated to high-quality outcomes.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in the lives of children with Special Educational Needs.
- Qualifications: Experience in SEND, complaints management, and strong communication skills.
The predicted salary is between 31500 - 38500 £ per year.
Location: Fully Remote
Hours: Monday–Friday, Office Hours
We are currently recruiting for an experienced SEND Customer Services & Complaints Officer to join a busy Local Authority SEND service on a fully remote basis. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with a strong background in SEND, complaints handling and customer service who is passionate about delivering high-quality outcomes for children, young people and their families.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage and investigate SEND complaints, compliments and customer enquiries in line with statutory guidance and agreed timescales.
- Coordinate responses to Local Government Ombudsman investigations.
- Produce clear, accurate and professional complaint responses and reports.
- Analyse complaint trends and provide recommendations for service improvement.
- Coordinate Freedom of Information (FOI) and Subject Access Requests (SARs).
- Provide advice and guidance to managers on complaints procedures and best practice.
- Deliver training and support to colleagues to promote consistent complaint handling standards.
- Build positive relationships with internal teams, partner agencies and families.
Essential Requirements
- Previous experience working within a SEND or Local Authority environment.
- Strong knowledge of the SEND Code of Practice and SEND legislation.
- Experience managing complex complaints from investigation through to resolution.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Strong report writing and analytical skills.
- Knowledge of Data Protection, Freedom of Information and confidentiality requirements.
- Ability to manage a busy workload and meet statutory deadlines.
- Confident using Microsoft Office and case management systems.
What's on Offer
- Fully remote working.
- Monday to Friday office hours.
- Opportunity to work within a supportive SEND team.
- Meaningful role improving services for children and young people with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities.
- Competitive salary/rate.
If you have experience within SEND, complaints management, customer services, or Local Authority statutory services, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today to be considered for this exciting opportunity.
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