SEN Case Officer; Annual Reviews

SEN Case Officer (Annual Reviews)

Location:

Shrewsbury
Rate: £280 per day

Contract:

Temporary

We are currently recruiting for experienced SEN Case Officers (Annual Reviews) to join a Local Authority based in Shrewsbury. This is an excellent opportunity to work fully remotely while supporting the delivery of statutory SEND services.
Working Hours

Monday to Thursday: 8:45am – 5:00pm

Friday: 8:45am – 4:00pm

Fully remote
About the Role

As an Annual Review Case Officer, you will be responsible for delivering high-volume Annual Review casework, ensuring Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCPs) are reviewed, amended and finalised in line with statutory requirements.
You'll manage a busy caseload, working closely with schools, parents and professionals to ensure children and young people receive the appropriate support through an efficient and compliant Annual Review process.

Key Responsibilities

Amend Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCPs) following Annual Review meetings.
Issue amendment notices and final EHCPs within statutory timescales.
Manage the full Annual Review process from start to finish, including:
   
* Receiving and reviewing Annual Review paperwork.
   
* Making decisions to Amend, Maintain or Cease an EHCP.
   
* Issuing decision letters.
   
* Progressing amendments where required.
Manage a high-volume caseload of straightforward Annual Review cases.
Prioritise work effectively to meet statutory deadlines, including phase transfers and overdue reviews.
Prepare straightforward funding and placement change requests for panel consideration.
Upload accurate documentation, recommendations and case records.
Liaise with schools, parents, carers and professionals throughout the review process.
Ensure all professional advice, reports and updates are obtained and reflected before finalising plans.
About You
To be successful in this role, you will have:

Previous experience working as an SEN Case Officer.
Strong knowledge of the Children and Families Act 2014, the SEND Code of Practice, and EHCP Annual Review processes.
Experience managing Annual Reviews from receipt of paperwork through to issuing final decisions.
A good understanding of statutory timescales and SEND legislation.
Excellent organisational skills with the ability to manage a high-volume caseload.
Strong written communication skills and attention to detail.
The ability to build effective relationships with schools, parents and multi-agency professionals.
Confidence working independently in a fully remote environment