SEN Caseworker 0-11, PFA & Tribunal

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in United Kingdom.

📋 Description

• Supervise statutory EHC assessments for individuals between the ages of 0-25.

• Manage complex SEND caseloads while adhering to statutory deadlines.

• Act as the main point of contact for parents, carers, schools, and professionals.

• Create, revise, and maintain Education, Health, and Care Plans.

• Coordinate contributions from education, health, and social care professionals.

• Conduct Annual Reviews and implement necessary amendments to EHCPs.

• Prepare documentation and evidence for SEND Tribunals.

• Engage in case discussions, meetings, and reviews as required.

• Handle correspondence with professionalism and sensitivity.

• Maintain accurate case records and update Hampshire systems accordingly.

• Escalate complex or high-risk cases as needed.

• Collaborate with Special Needs Officers and SEND Managers to ensure compliance and uphold quality standards.

• Consistently meet statutory timeframes.

• Produce high-quality, legally compliant EHCPs.

• Apply professional judgment effectively.

• Promptly escalate risks and concerns.

• Provide exceptional customer service to families and stakeholders.

• Maintain precise case records and documentation.

• Work collaboratively with schools, SENCOs, health professionals, and partner agencies.

• Efficiently manage workload within a high-volume statutory service.

• Comply with Hampshire County Council policies, procedures, and governance frameworks.

⛳️ Requirements

• A minimum of 12 months of experience in a similar SEN Caseworker/EHCP Caseworker role within a Local Authority SEND Team.

• Demonstrated ability to manage caseloads exceeding 250 cases.

• Experience in coordinating 20-week EHC Needs Assessments from start to finish.

• Proficient in conducting Annual Reviews.

• Familiarity with preparing and managing SEND Tribunal packs and casework.

• In-depth understanding of the Children and Families Act 2014.

• Thorough knowledge of the SEND Code of Practice.

• Comprehensive understanding of EHCP statutory processes.

• Extensive knowledge of SEND Tribunal procedures.

• Ability to effectively communicate previous caseloads, statutory responsibilities, and SEND processes during interviews.

• Relevant qualification in SEND, Education, or a related professional field.

• DFE Form confirming a minimum of 2 years PQE.

• Enhanced DBS check.

• Right to Work documentation.

🏝️ Benefits

• Fully remote working opportunity.

• Possibility of contract extension.

• Immediate start available.