SEND Advocacy Worker

Stockton-on-tees Borough Council; Tees Valley; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

A local government council in Tees Valley is seeking an Advocate for parents and carers of children with SEND. The role involves providing support and advice to families, collaborating with schools and organizations. Ideal candidates will have NVQ Level 3 or equivalent, alongside excellent communication and organizational skills. This position offers a competitive salary up to £31,022, flexible working, and a range of benefits including annual leave and health support.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Flexible & agile working

27 days annual leave

Health & wellbeing support

Lifestyle perks

Local Government Pension Scheme

Enhanced family-friendly policies

Career development opportunities

Modern HQ with free parking

Qualifications

• Experience in supporting children and young people with SEND is essential.
• Ability to provide impartial advice to families navigating various systems.

Responsibilities

• Advocate for the parents/carers of children with SEND.
• Build partnerships across schools and the Local Authority.
• Provide support and navigate education, health, and care systems.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Organisational skills

Knowledge of SEND

Education

NVQ Level 3 or equivalent experience

Job description

As this is a fixed-term post, secondment opportunities will be considered for internal employees. Please obtain prior approval from your current line manager before completing the application. For further information, please refer to the council's secondment policy.

Responsibilities

• You will be an advocate for parents/carers of children and young people with SEND
• You will provide impartial advice and support to help families navigate education, health, and care systems
• Build strong partnerships across schools, the Local Authority, and voluntary organisations
• A positive, collaborative approach.

Qualifications

• NVQ Level 3 or equivalent experience
• Knowledge and/or experience of SEND
• Excellent communication and organisational skills

Benefits

• We're bold, ambitious, and inclusive and we invest in our people. Here's what you'll enjoy:
• One Team culture - 3,000 colleagues working together to make a difference
• A competitive salary of up to £31,022
• Flexible & agile working to support your work/life balance
• 27 days annual leave per year rising to 32 with 5 years service (plus bank holidays). Ability to purchase additional leave is also available.
• Health & wellbeing support - online GP, counselling, physiotherapy, mental health resources
• Lifestyle perks - discounts at 1,000+ retailers, VivUp scheme, NHS Fleet car lease, cycle-to-work
• Local Government Pension Scheme - one of the most secure in the UK
• Enhanced family-friendly policies - maternity, paternity, adoption pay
• Career development - progression pathways, training, and recognition through Colleague Awards
• Modern HQ at Dunedin House - free parking, onsite café, wellbeing room.