SEND Case Officer

SEND Case Officer We are currently recruiting for an experienced SEND Case Officer to join a busy SEND service on a fixed-term contract. This is an excellent opportunity for a skilled professional with strong EHCP case management experience to support a high-performing local authority team. Contract Details Rate: £39,152 to £45,091 depending on experience Contract Length: Fixed-term until 31st March 2027 Working Pattern: Hybrid working – 2 days per week in the office (Essex) Start: ASAPKey Responsibilities Manage a caseload of new EHC assessments and annual reviews for children and young people with SEND up to age 25 Coordinate statutory EHCP processes in line with the Children and Families Act 2014 and SEND Code of Practice Draft, amend and review EHCPs within statutory timescales Work closely with education, health and social care professionals to deliver person-centred plans Attend annual reviews, co-production meetings and multi-agency meetings where required Support effective phase transfers and placement consultations Resolve disputes and support mediation to avoid tribunal escalation where possible Maintain accurate case records and ensure compliance with GDPR and operational standards Promote Preparing for Adulthood outcomes and support positive education, employment and training pathwaysRequirements Previous experience working within a Local Authority SEND service Strong knowledge of the SEND Code of Practice 2015 and Children and Families Act 2014 Experience managing EHCP assessments and annual reviews independently Ability to manage complex casework and prioritise a busy caseload Confident working with parents, schools, professionals and external agencies Excellent written communication and report-writing skills Experience supporting mediation and tribunal preparation is desirableWhy Choose Ackerman Pierce? Ackerman Pierce calls upon over 15 years' worth of experience in recruiting directly into the Social Work Sector. We can offer a unique experience within recruitment where you have your own personal consultant, a DBS and Compliance service with a quick and easy registration process. We pride ourselves on a guaranteed weekly payment process. To discuss this vacancy further or any other opportunities, please contact Elise Revett or email in your updated CV to us at Ackerman Pierce