About the Role
Send Assessment and Review Business Support Officer – South Tyneside Council’s SEND Team, South Tyneside. Salary: £25,989 per annum.
Responsibilities
- Provide professional and confidential administrative support across the SEND Assessment and Review service to ensure efficient and timely completion of Education Health and Care (EHC) needs assessments and annual reviews of EHC plans.
- Perform specialist duties around Tribunal appeals and support to the Council's Educational Psychological Service (training provided).
- Maintain accurate records and manage documentation related to assessments, reviews and tribunal processes.
- Assist with scheduling, correspondence and other clerical tasks to support the team’s operational needs.
Qualifications & Skills
- Highly positive, self‑motivated attitude with excellent communication and organisational skills.
- Proactive approach to work and ability to remain calm under pressure.
- Strong attention to detail and ability to manage confidential information.
Benefits
We offer an excellent benefits package. For further information visit www.southtyneside.gov.uk/workinghere.
Contact
Informal discussion about this post: Dorothy Boyle, SEND Assessment and Review Manager. Phone: 0191 4247922. Email: dorothy.boyle@southtyneside.gov.uk.
Other Information
South Tyneside Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. An Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) disclosure will be sought along with other relevant pre‑employment checks. Skilled worker visa sponsorship is not currently offered. Privacy Notice: https://southtyneside.gov.uk/article/2780/Privacy-notice-for-job-applicants.
Closing Date
Closing date: Noon, Friday 29 May 2026.
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Send Assessment and Review Business Support Officer – South Tyneside Council’s SEND Team, South Tyneside. Salary: £25,989 per annum.
Responsibilities
- Provide professional and confidential administrative support across the SEND Assessment and Review service to ensure efficient and timely completion of Education Health and Care (EHC) needs assessments and annual reviews of EHC plans.
- Perform specialist duties around Tribunal appeals and support to the Council’s Educational Psychological Service (training provided).
- Maintain accurate records and manage documentation related to assessments, reviews and tribunal processes.
- Assist with scheduling, correspondence and other clerical tasks to support the team’s operational needs.
Qualifications & Skills
- Highly positive, self‑motivated attitude with excellent communication and organisational skills.
- Proactive approach to work and ability to remain calm under pressure.
- Strong attention to detail and ability to manage confidential information.
Benefits
We offer an excellent benefits package. For further information visit www.southtyneside.gov.uk/workinghere.
Contact
Informal discussion about this post: Dorothy Boyle, SEND Assessment and Review Manager. Phone: 0191 4247922. Email: dorothy.boyle@southtyneside.gov.uk.
Other Information
South Tyneside Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. An Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) disclosure will be sought along with other relevant pre‑employment checks. Skilled worker visa sponsorship is not currently offered. Privacy Notice: https://southtyneside.gov.uk/article/2780/Privacy-notice-for-job-applicants.
Closing Date
Closing date: Noon, Friday 29 May 2026.
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