Senior SEND Officer: Lead EHCPs & Complex Casework

Westmorland and Furness Council; Kendal, Penrith; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Westmorland and Furness Council in the UK is seeking a Senior SEND Officer to support the SEND Team Manager and oversee a group of SEND officers in Kendal, Barrow or Penrith (location to be agreed with successful candidate).

You will drive high-quality EHCPs, coordinate statutory processes such as EHC Needs Assessments, Annual Reviews and phase transfers, and lead complex cases including Tribunals and mediation, working with schools and providers to secure appropriate provision.

Responsibilities

• Lead on ensuring high-quality EHCPs and consistent practice.
• Support SEND statutory processes including EHC Needs assessment, Annual Reviews and phase transfers.
• Lead on complex casework including Tribunals and mediation.
• Collaborate with schools and providers to secure appropriate provision.

Job description

Westmorland and Furness Council in the UK is seeking a Senior SEND Officer to support the SEND Team Manager and oversee a group of SEND officers in Kendal, Barrow or Penrith (location to be agreed with successful candidate).

You will drive high-quality EHCPs, coordinate statutory processes such as EHC Needs Assessments, Annual Reviews and phase transfers, and lead complex cases including Tribunals and mediation, working with schools and providers to secure appropriate provision.