SEND Casework Assistant

We Do Social Work; West Kirby; Remote; GBP 25,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote working

Collaborative SEND team

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

We Do Social Work is seeking an experienced SEND Caseworker Assistant to support Casework Officers and Senior Casework Officers in managing and preparing Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCPs). The role involves EHCP reviews, documentation preparation, and administrative support for mediation meetings and tribunal proceedings.

The successful candidate will understand SEND processes, maintain accuracy, and manage competing priorities while meeting statutory deadlines in a fully remote,

Qualifications

• Experience in SEND casework within a local authority is essential.
• Good understanding of EHCP processes and statutory requirements.
• Ability to maintain accurate casework documentation.
• Ability to work remotely and manage multiple deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Support SEND Casework Officers and Senior Casework Officers with the preparation, review and maintenance of Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCPs).
• Assist with the coordination and preparation of EHCP annual reviews and other review processes.
• Support the preparation of documentation and case records for mediation meetings and SEND tribunal proceedings.
• Maintain accurate, up-to-date case management records and ensure all relevant documentation is appropriately recorded.
• Monitor casework activity and support compliance with statutory timescales and deadlines.
• Establish and maintain effective professional relationships with schools, parents and carers, educational settings, partner agencies and other stakeholders.
• Communicate professionally and effectively with all parties, ensuring information is shared accurately and in a timely manner.
• Provide administrative and casework support to ensure the smooth and efficient delivery of SEND services.
• Work collaboratively with the wider SEND team to support positive outcomes for children and young people with special educational needs and disabilities.

Skills

SEND casework experience

EHCP knowledge

Documentation management

Communication skills

Remote working

Organisation

Confidentiality

Stakeholder engagement

Job description

Job Advert: SEND Caseworker Assistant

Location: Remote Working
Hours: 35 hours per week
Contract: 7 days per week, as specified
Reporting to: Senior SEND Casework Officer

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced and highly organised SEND Caseworker Assistant to provide essential support to SEND Casework Officers and Senior Casework Officers in the management and preparation of Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCPs).

This role will involve supporting the EHCP review and annual review processes, assisting with the preparation of EHCP documentation, and providing administrative and casework support for mediation meetings and tribunal proceedings.

The successful candidate will have a strong understanding of SEND processes, excellent attention to detail, and the ability to manage competing priorities while ensuring statutory deadlines are met.

Key Responsibilities

• Support SEND Casework Officers and Senior Casework Officers with the preparation, review and maintenance of Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCPs).

• Assist with the coordination and preparation of EHCP annual reviews and other review processes.

• Support the preparation of documentation and case records for mediation meetings and SEND tribunal proceedings.

• Maintain accurate, up-to-date case management records and ensure all relevant documentation is appropriately recorded.

• Monitor casework activity and support compliance with statutory timescales and deadlines.

• Establish and maintain effective professional relationships with schools, parents and carers, educational settings, partner agencies and other stakeholders.

• Communicate professionally and effectively with all parties, ensuring information is shared accurately and in a timely manner.

• Provide administrative and casework support to ensure the smooth and efficient delivery of SEND services.

• Work collaboratively with the wider SEND team to support positive outcomes for children and young people with special educational needs and disabilities.

Essential Skills and Experience

• Previous experience in SEND casework or a similar role within a local authority SEND service.

• A good understanding of EHCP processes, annual reviews and relevant statutory requirements.

• Experience preparing and maintaining accurate casework documentation.

• Knowledge of SEND mediation and tribunal processes, or experience supporting the preparation of relevant documentation.

• Excellent organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple cases and deadlines.

• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

• The ability to build and maintain positive professional relationships with parents, carers, schools and partner agencies.

• A high level of accuracy, attention to detail and commitment to confidentiality.

• The ability to work independently and effectively in a remote-working environment.

What We Offer

• Fully remote working.

• The opportunity to support the delivery of effective SEND services.

• A collaborative working relationship with SEND Casework Officers and Senior Casework Officers.