SEND Casework Officer - EHC Plans & Reviews

Harrow Council; Greater London; In loco; GBP 36.000 - 48.000; Tempo pieno

Descrizione del lavoro

London Borough of Harrow is seeking a SEN Casework Officer to manage a diverse caseload for children and young people aged 0-25. You will coordinate EHC assessments, develop high-quality EHC Plans, and attend annual reviews to advocate for young people’s needs.

You will work closely with schools, health services, social care and families, providing guidance on SEND COP 2015 and related local guidance, while travelling to meetings as required within the London area.

Competenze

• Detailed knowledge of the EHC assessment process and annual review as set out in the SEND COP 2015 and the Children and Families Act 2014.
• Experience of working within a casework function, managing caseloads and competing priorities.
• Ability to provide advice and guidance at meetings with parents and professionals in line with the SEND COP and local guidance.
• Experience of, and ability to, work collaboratively within a team environment with professionals from other agencies.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Able to travel to meetings independently.
• Willingness to learn new skills and attend courses as appropriate.
• GCSE English and Maths or equivalent (A-C).

Mansioni

• Manage a diverse caseload across the 0-25 age range and support families through the EHC assessment and review process.
• Coordinate statutory assessments and develop high-quality EHC Plans.
• Attend annual reviews and advocate for the needs of young people.
• Build strong partnerships with schools, health services, social care and voluntary sector.
• Provide expert guidance on SEND Code of Practice 2015 and local guidance.

Conoscenze

EHC process knowledge

Caseload management

Meeting guidance delivery

Team collaboration

Excellent communication

Travel to meetings

Willingness to learn

Literacy & numeracy

Formazione

GCSE English & Maths

Descrizione del lavoro

London Borough of Harrow is seeking a SEN Casework Officer to manage a diverse caseload for children and young people aged 0-25. You will coordinate EHC assessments, develop high-quality EHC Plans, and attend annual reviews to advocate for young people’s needs.

You will work closely with schools, health services, social care and families, providing guidance on SEND COP 2015 and related local guidance, while travelling to meetings as required within the London area.