The Statutory Assessment and Review Team require a Statutory SEND Officer to join their busy team on a full‑time basis. The successful candidate will manage a caseload of learners with special educational needs who attend a variety of schools, settings and colleges throughout Northumberland. They will ensure that statutory processes are carried out in a timely manner and that EHC Plans are of the highest quality, helping to secure the best possible outcomes across education, health and social care for the learner, including preparing them for adulthood. Excellent communication skills are essential, as is the ability to work to deadlines within a fast‑paced team. Previous experience in the field of SEND and a good working knowledge of the SEND Code of Practice is required, although some training will be given.
This is a fixed‑term position for 1 year.
Benefits
- 26 days annual leave plus public/bank holidays, rising to 31 days after 5 years of service (pro‑rata for part‑time employees)
- Automatic enrolment into the Local Government Pension Scheme
- Flexi scheme (if applicable) – up to 2 days flexible leave available per month (pro‑rata for part‑time employees)
Equal Opportunities and Accessibility
We are proud to be an equal opportunities employer. We operate a guaranteed interview scheme for disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria. If you have a disability and would prefer to apply in a different format, please see the alternative methods below. This information will be treated as confidential and will only be used to check that you meet the essential requirements of the post.
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