SEND Officer: Complex Caseloads, Hybrid Work in Diverse Borough

Brent Council; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 43,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

27 days annual leave

Local Government Pension Scheme

Hybrid and flexible working options

Carers’ leave

Paternity leave

Eye test support

24/7 Employee Assistance Programme

Cycle to Work scheme

Job summary

Brent Council is seeking 3 SEND Officers to join a busy team. The successful candidates will handle initial needs assessments, contribute to phase transfers and annual reviews, and work within a cluster-based model across Brent for a diverse range of families and children.

The role offers a permanent contract, 36 hours per week, and is based at the Civic Centre with occasional locations. Brent promotes hybrid and flexible working options and a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in SEND and knowledge of relevant legislation (0-25 SEND Code of Practice 2015, Children and Families Act 2024, Equality Act 2010).

Responsibilities

• Carry out initial needs assessments and contribute to the phase transfer process.
• Manage annual reviews for a heavy caseload and diverse families/young people.
• Collaborate within a cluster model to work with allocated schools and external partners.

Job description

Brent Council is seeking 3 SEND Officers to join a busy team. The successful candidates will handle initial needs assessments, contribute to phase transfers and annual reviews, and work within a cluster-based model across Brent for a diverse range of families and children.

The role offers a permanent contract, 36 hours per week, and is based at the Civic Centre with occasional locations. Brent promotes hybrid and flexible working options and a supportive environment.