SEND Keyworker

Are you looking for a role where you can make a real difference?

Our aim at Staffordshire is to create an environment where families are supported to stay together safely and live well in their communities by building on their strengths. This is the right thing to do.

We’re looking for passionate and motivated individuals to join our newly transformed district teams. We have a hybrid approach to work to assist your work-life balance, with a mixture of office and remote working.

There are full and part-time vacancies in Newcastle, Staffordshire Moorlands, and the wider council.

• Supporting the Family Practitioner Leads to carry out the Local Authority’s SEND duties in relation to co-ordinating EHC Assessments, producing EHC Plans, and carrying out annual reviews.
• Working closely with children and young people with special educational needs and disabilities, their families, and a range of qualified professionals in education, health, and social care.
• Developing collaborative and respectful relationships, promoting choice and independence, and improving outcomes.
• Ensuring that education, health, and care plans comply with legal, regulatory, ethical, and social requirements, in addition to the policies, standards, and procedures of the authority.

• This is a fast-paced role, so you’ll need to manage your own caseload independently and as part of the team.
• You should have excellent written and verbal communication skills and knowledge of SEND legislation.
• The ability to reflect on practice and improve accordingly is essential.
• We’re happy to talk about flexible working options.

If you’re unsure whether your skills match the role, you can contact Tracy Kirk-Burton, SEND Locality Lead, , or Julie Holmes, SEND Locality Newcastle/Moorlands, at julie

Interviews will be held on the week commencing 1st or 8th September 2025.

Our Recruitment Process
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We anonymise applications during shortlisting to ensure only relevant information is considered. Please complete your application fully, especially the supporting statement, to highlight what you’ll bring to the role.

We are no ordinary county council:

Our Values
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The core of who we are as an organisation. Just like personal values shape individual behaviour, organisational values drive our collective actions. Created through colleague feedback and best practices, they sit at the heart of our People Strategy.

We have a strong community spirit that brings our people together, fostering a sense of belonging. We are ambitious, aiming for a better future, and committed to your career growth.

Our Benefits
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Recognising that our employees are central to our success, we strive to create a supportive environment where you can achieve your potential and maintain a healthy work-life balance.

As a staff member, you will have access to Our rewards and benefits - Careers at Staffordshire.

Our Recruitment Commitment
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We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults. Staffordshire County Council is an equal opportunities and Disability Confident employer, encouraging applications from diverse backgrounds and communities.

We offer a guaranteed interview for applicants who meet the minimum criteria, as part of our support for care leavers, armed forces members, and our broader inclusion initiatives.

This position is subject to a criminal record check from the Disclosure and Barring Service. Applicants should disclose details of unspent and unfiltered spent reprimands, warnings, cautions, and convictions in their application.