SEN Assessment & Review Officer
Sanctuary Personnel
- Waltham Forest, East London
- £269 per day
- Permanent
- Full-time
- Fully online and paperless registration service
- Free DBS and compliance service including paid for mandatory e-learning and practical training modules (if applicable)
- Exclusive access to fully managed service social work projects (some outside IR35) with high rates of pay, flexible working, support from experienced social work practitioners, accommodation assistance (if applicable), retention bonuses (if applicable) and extensive equipment provided.
- Revalidation/registration renewal based on length of service
- £250 refer a friend bonus once referral has worked 100 hours (uncapped – T&Cs apply)
- Find your own job bonus - Receive £250 for bringing your own position to us
- Your own dedicated consultant with extensive experience recruiting to social work roles (public & private sector)
- Daily payroll and in-house payroll system
- Access to our online careers hub
- Serve as the primary contact for families and professionals throughout the EHC needs assessment process, ensuring compliance with the legal framework.
- Work directly with senior staff at designated schools, colleges, and training providers to ensure the local authority meets all legal requirements of the Children and Families Act 2014.
- Implement and coordinate the needs assessment and review process in compliance with the Children and Families Act 2014 and the SEN Code of Practice 2015.
- Provide support and challenge to schools, colleges, training providers, professionals, and families regarding the Children and Families Act 2014 to prevent or reduce legal challenges against the local authority.
- Manage a complex caseload to ensure the local authority can respond to the evolving needs of SEND children and young people.
- Represent the local authority at formal mediation meetings in accordance with the SEND Code of Practice, mitigating legal and reputational risks by making decisions related to issuing EHC Plans and the associated financial provisions.
- At least 1 year of experience in a similar role.
- Proof of eligibility to work and reside in the UK, a current DBS check, and two references.