SEND Assessment and Review Assistant

Brackenberry; City Of London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

A local employment agency is seeking a SEND Assessment and Review Assistant in London to support the EHC assessment process for children with special educational needs. This role offers a pay rate between £14.74-£18.49 per hour and requires strong communication skills and knowledge of SEND legislation. Immediate availability is required.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of the SEND assessment framework and DfE SEND Code of Practice (2014)
• Proficiency in IT and office software, maintaining digital records
• Strong verbal and written communication skills

Responsibilities

• Act as the initial contact for families and professionals for EHC needs assessment
• Manage a caseload to ensure service meets statutory deadlines
• Provide administrative support including scheduling, meeting preparation, and diary management

Skills

Communication Skills

Sensitivity

Discretion

Compliance

Documentation Software

Time Management

Education

Good general standard of education

Tools

Office Software

Job description

We are working closely alongside a Local Authority in Greenwich to assist with the appointment of a SEND Assessment and Review Assistant, on a 4.5-month contract, likely to be extended at clients discretion. Please apply with your CV for immediate consideration.

Rate of Pay: £14.74-£18.49/hour

Summary:

The SEND Assessment and Review Assistant plays a critical role in supporting the Education, Health and Care (EHC) assessment and review process for children and young people with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND). This includes acting as a primary point of contact for families and professionals, ensuring compliance with statutory timescales, coordinating multi-agency inputs, and providing high-quality administrative and organizational support across the SEND service.

Responsibilities:

• Act as the initial contact for families and professionals beginning the EHC needs assessment process.
• Manage a caseload to ensure the service meets statutory deadlines under the SEND Code of Practice.
• Communicate effectively and empathetically with families and young people throughout the EHCP process.
• Coordinate with parents, schools, and professionals to ensure accurate and timely documentation for assessments and annual reviews.
• Provide administrative support to the Head of SEND Assessment and Review, including scheduling, meeting preparation, and diary management.

Requirements:

• Good general standard of education.
• Knowledge of the SEND assessment framework and the DfE SEND Code of Practice (2014).
• Proficiency in IT and office software, with strong skills in maintaining digital records and workflow systems.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to handle public inquiries with sensitivity and professionalism.
• Ability to manage time effectively and prioritize workload under pressure.
• Commitment to equal opportunities and inclusive practice.

Please note:

• You should be available to work immediately or at short notice.
• You should have right to work in U.K
• This role requires an Basic DBS

Disclaimer: Brackenberry Ltd is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy. We are committed to equality in the workplace and is an equal opportunity employer. Unless otherwise stated all of our roles are temporary, though assignments can be and often are, extended by clients on a longer term basis and can sometimes become permanent.

Important: We will interpret your application as being permission to submit your CV to this role (with the right to represent you) unless you advise us to the contrary. Your DBS must be either through us or be accompanied by a subscription to the DBS updating service.

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Required Skills:

Sensitivity Discretion Compliance Communication Skills Reviews LTD Records Pressure Education Scheduling Preparation Documentation Software Business Communication Management