SEND Caseworker - Assessment and Review Team

Job description

Job Title: SEND Caseworker
Specialism: SEND Assessment and Review Team
Location: Stockton-on-Tees, UK
Salary: £23.70 per hour
Type: Ongoing

Join us in Stockton-on-Tees as a SEND Caseworker within the SEND Assessment and Review Team. This position offers an hourly wage of £23.70 and is an exciting, ongoing opportunity to make a real difference. This role is ideal for individuals eager to play a key part in shaping the educational journey of children and young people with special educational needs in the Stockton Borough.

Perks and benefits:

- Hourly Salary: Enjoy the flexibility and rewarding nature of locum work, where you are paid by the hour for every dedicated minute you contribute.
- Work-life Harmony: With locum work, balance your professional ambitions with personal commitments and lifestyle choices.
- Career Expansion: Gain diverse experience and build a robust network within children's services and the public sector.
- Learning and Growth: With emphasis on personal development, grow your skills and expertise while shaping brighter futures.

What you will do:

- Manage and coordinate the timely completion of SEND assessments and reviews, ensuring compliance with statutory processes.
- Provide critical guidance to the SEND Assessment and Reviews Team, fostering a culture of excellence and continuous improvement.
- Advocate for the application of the graduated response for meeting the needs of children and young people from 0-25 years in Stockton Borough.
- Play an integral role in monitoring and reporting statutory timescales, understanding financial implications and outcomes of assessments.
- Champion the implementation of new EHCP formats and schedules, enhancing the educational planning process.
- Develop stronger partnerships with schools and other settings to meet children's needs promptly.
- Encourage person-centred planning, enhancing connections between families and the Local Authority.
- Support the Preparation for Adulthood agenda, contributing to broader strategic goals.
- Facilitate collaboration across Children's Services and with external partners to benefit families.

With its vibrant community and abundant green spaces, Stockton-on-Tees is a fantastic place to both work and live. It offers a welcoming atmosphere with ample opportunities for leisure and cultural activities, making it the perfect setting for both your professional and personal life. Join us and see why Stockton is a great choice for your career in SEND support.

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