SEND Information, Advice & Support Specialist

Newcastle City Council; Newcastle upon Tyne; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Newcastle City Council in Newcastle is seeking a SENDIASS officer to join the busy Information, Advice and Support Service. You will undertake casework with parents and carers of children with SEND and provide up-to-date information on SEND policy and practice.

The role focuses on empowering families to be actively involved in decisions, offering high-quality support and building strong relationships with schools, settings, the Local Authority and partners.

Qualifications

• Detailed understanding of current SEND legislative framework, particularly affecting SEND processes, admissions, exclusions and appeals.
• Good understanding of the needs of families with children who are disabled or have Special Educational Needs & Disabilities (SEND).
• Excellent leadership skills with the ability to inspire and support.
• Excellent communication skills both written and verbal.
• A passion for achieving positive outcomes for children and young people.

Responsibilities

• Undertake casework with parents and carers of children with SEND.
• Provide up to date and accurate information relating to SEND and high-quality support.
• Empower parents to be actively involved in decisions.

Skills

SEND knowledge

Policy understanding

Leadership ability

Job description

Newcastle City Council in Newcastle is seeking a SENDIASS officer to join the busy Information, Advice and Support Service. You will undertake casework with parents and carers of children with SEND and provide up-to-date information on SEND policy and practice.

The role focuses on empowering families to be actively involved in decisions, offering high-quality support and building strong relationships with schools, settings, the Local Authority and partners.