Senior SEND Caseworker – Hybrid Lead, Education & Inclusion

Knowsley Metropolitan Borough Council; Knowsley; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Knowsley Council in Knowsley is seeking an experienced Senior SEND Caseworker to join the Education and Inclusion Service. You will lead a team, supervise SEND Caseworkers and ensure timely delivery of Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCPs) with professional guidance and quality assurance.

You will manage a complex caseload, deputise for the SEND Team Manager and work with families and partners to achieve strong outcomes for children and young people with SEND. Flexible working is considered.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team of SEND Caseworkers with day-to-day leadership and professional guidance.
• Quality assure Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCPs) and ensure timely delivery.
• Manage a complex caseload and act as escalation point for disputes and complaints.
• Prepare cases for mediation and tribunal where required.
• Work closely with children, families and multi-agency partners to meet statutory duties.

Job description

Knowsley Council in Knowsley is seeking an experienced Senior SEND Caseworker to join the Education and Inclusion Service. You will lead a team, supervise SEND Caseworkers and ensure timely delivery of Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCPs) with professional guidance and quality assurance.

You will manage a complex caseload, deputise for the SEND Team Manager and work with families and partners to achieve strong outcomes for children and young people with SEND. Flexible working is considered.