SEND Assessment and Review Support Officer

South Tyneside Council; South Tyneside; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

South Tyneside Council invites applications for a SEND Assessment and Review Support Officer based at the Town Hall, South Shields. You will support the administration of Education Health and Care Plan needs assessments and annual reviews, liaising with children, parents and education, health and care professionals to meet statutory duties and timescales.

Experience and knowledge of the SEND Code of Practice and effective use of specialist ICT packages are required.

Qualifications

• Experience and knowledge of the SEND Code of Practice.
• Effective use of specialist ICT packages.

Responsibilities

• Support the administration of the statutory Education Health and Care Plan needs assessment and annual review processes through liaison with children, young people/parents and professionals.

Job description

SEND Assessment and Review Support Officer (SEND Assessment and Review Service, Town Hall, South Shields) £26,847 pa

South Tyneside Council is looking for passionate and highly motivated individuals who are committed to improving outcomes for children and young people with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities.

Our SEND Assessment & Review Service plays a critical role in ensuring that children and young people with SEND receive appropriate support and services to meet their unique learning needs so that they can learn grow and achieve.

As a SEND Assessment & Review Support Officer you will support the administration of the statutory Education Health and Care Plan needs assessment and annual review processes through liaison with children and young people/parents and key education, health and care professionals, in order to meet statutory duties and timescales.

You should have experience and knowledge of the SEND Code of Practice and effective use of specialist ICT packages.

We offer an excellent benefits package and further information is available here - www.southtyneside.gov.uk/workinghere

We do not currently offer skilled worker visa sponsorship.

South Tyneside Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment, and an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) disclosure will be sought along with other relevant pre-employment checks.

To view our Privacy Notice please visit: https://southtyneside.gov.uk/article/2780/Privacy-notice-for-job-applicants

Closing date: Noon, Friday 23 October 2026

Interviews will take place on Wednesday 4 November 2026