SEND Case Officer - West Berkshire

SEND Case Officer
Location: West Berkshire (Hybrid Working)
Rate per day: £290 - £320 per day
Wokring Arrangements: Full Time, 2 days per week in the office

We are currently recruiting for an experienced SEND Case Officer to join a busy SEND Team in West Berkshire.
This is an excellent opportunity for a skilled SEND professional to manage a caseload of Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCPs), ensuring statutory duties are met and children and young people receive the support they need to achieve positive outcomes.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage and coordinate the Annual Review process for EHCPs in line with the Education Act 1996 and Children and Families Act 2014.


• Ensure all reviews and associated processes are completed within statutory timescales.


• Draft, amend and maintain high-quality EHCP documentation.


• Liaise with schools, Educational Psychologists and other professionals to gather and review advice.


• Support parents by providing guidance on SEND processes, legislation and available services.


• Attend Annual Reviews where required.


• Coordinate placements for pupils with EHCPs, including special schools, independent settings and further education colleges.


• Prioritise and progress cases for children looked after by the Local Authority.


• Prepare briefing notes, case summaries and recommendations for senior officers.


• Maintain accurate records and ensure all information is handled confidentially.

Requirements:

• Extensive experience working within SEND and EHCP services.


• Strong understanding of SEND legislation and statutory processes.


• Proven experience drafting and amending EHCPs to a high standard.


• Excellent written communication skills and attention to detail.


• Ability to manage a busy caseload independently and work to strict deadlines.


• Strong partnership-working and stakeholder engagement skills.


• Experience working collaboratively with families, schools and multi-agency professionals.

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a supportive team and make a real difference to the lives of children and young people with SEND while benefiting from a flexible hybrid working arrangement.

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