SEND Caseworker

The job requirements are detailed below. Where applicable the skills, qualifications and memberships required for this job have also been included.

Terms and Conditions:
Full Time, Permanent, 37 hours per week

Department:
Childrens & Education

Interview date: 17th November 2026

The Statutory Assessment Team is looking to recruit a SEND Caseworker to support the Council in delivering its statutory duties for children and young people with SEND aged 0-25. The role provides advice and support to parents, schools and professionals, manages Education, Health and Care Plan (EHCP) processes, and maintains accurate SEND data and records.

The successful candidate will:

Manage a caseload of children/yp with EHCPs or going through the statutory assessment process

Support the statutory assessment, annual review and EHCP amendment process, adhering to statutory timescales

Act as a first point of contact for parents, schools and professionals, providing guidance on SEND procedures and EHCPs

Issue and manage correspondence for the above

Maintain accurate records and day to day management of SEND database

Administer SEND panels, annual reviews, appeals and consultations

Manage consultations for admissions to schools

Coordinate arrangements for pupils moving in and out of the borough

Monitor and manage funding and placement information

For an informal discussion regarding the role, please contact Julie Jackson ( Ju )