SEND Auditor

Pertemps; London; Hybrid; GBP 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A local authority is seeking an experienced SEND Auditor to audit Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCPs) and support continuous improvement. This role involves making detailed assessments, providing constructive feedback, and preparing for inspections. Strong knowledge of relevant legislation and auditing experience is essential. The position offers a hybrid working model, emphasizing a child-focused approach in a progressive environment.

Benefits

Hybrid working

Flexible arrangements

Opportunity for systemic change in SEND services

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of the SEND Code of Practice (2015) and Children and Families Act (2014).
• Previous experience auditing EHCPs within a local authority or advisory capacity.
• Ability to handle sensitive information with professionalism.

Responsibilities

• Undertake detailed audits of EHCPs to assess quality and compliance.
• Provide feedback and recommendations to case officers and teams.
• Support preparations for Ofsted/CQC SEND inspections.

Skills

Knowledge of SEND Code of Practice

Attention to detail

Analytical skills

Experience in feedback delivery

Job description

Job Title: SEND Auditor
Location: Camden, London (Hybrid – on-site as required)
Job Type: Full-time, Interim Contract (3-6 months)
Pay Rate: £320 - £350 per day (Umbrella, DOE)
About the Role:
Camden Council is seeking a highly experienced SEND Auditor to support the ongoing improvement and assurance of the local authority's SEND service. This role is key to ensuring the accuracy, legal compliance, and quality of Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCPs) and associated processes.
You will work as part of a high-performing team to audit and quality assure EHCPs and SEND casework, providing feedback and coaching to drive best practice across the service.
Key Responsibilities:

• Undertake detailed audits of EHCPs to assess quality, statutory compliance, and person-centred practice.
• Identify trends, gaps, and systemic issues in EHCP writing, provision, and outcomes.
• Provide constructive feedback and recommendations to case officers, SEN teams, and leadership.
• Assist in developing and delivering improvement plans to raise the standard of EHCPs and SEND provision.
• Monitor progress and ensure follow-through of improvement actions.
• Support preparations for Ofsted/CQC SEND inspections, including evidence gathering and data analysis.
• Work closely with QA leads, SEND managers, and multi-agency partners to embed a culture of continuous improvement.

Requirements:

• Strong knowledge of the SEND Code of Practice (2015), Children and Families Act (2014), and relevant education legislation.
• Previous experience auditing EHCPs within a local authority or advisory capacity.
• Excellent attention to detail and analytical skills.
• Experience producing high-quality reports with clear recommendations.
• Confidence in delivering feedback to staff at all levels and supporting practice improvement.
• Ability to handle sensitive information with professionalism and discretion.

Desirable:

• Experience in preparing for or responding to a SEND area inspection.
• Knowledge of Camden’s systems and local context.

Why Work with Camden?

• Play a vital role in driving quality and accountability in SEND services.
• Join a progressive, child-focused authority.
• Hybrid working and flexible arrangements available.
• Opportunity to influence systemic change for children and young people with SEND.