SEND Caseworker

Client: Liverpool City Council Job Title: SEND Caseworker Location: Remote Length: 3-6 months Rate: £228.13 - £300 per day Key Duties: • To support settings, schools, services and families in applying the graduated approach to meeting the needs of pupils with SEND • To co-ordinate the statutory assessment process for pupils with special educational needs and disabilities and review and monitor pupils progress against outcomes. • To support schools and settings in meeting the needs of pupils with SEND by following the graduated approach to meeting needs, developing close working relationships and offering advice and support to SENCos and head teachers • To apply the highest possible standards to customer care in relation to all service users • To work as a team within a cluster under the leadership of a Senior Casework Officer, SEND, supporting a group of schools and settings • To work closely with the High Needs Support Officer and Independent Travel Trainer for the team in ensuring that all aspects of pupils is support is considered • To work closely with internal colleagues in SENISS, Occupational Therapy, Educational Psychology and other services including Children’s and Adult Social Care, Health etc. in order to ensure a multi-agency approach to identifying and meeting need • To co-ordinate the statutory assessment process for children and young people with SEND and their families for a specific group of schools and settings including managing the Education, Health and Care planning process from assessment through to placement and review Requirements: Experience of working as SEND Caseworker Experience of SENDIST cases and Ombudsman hearings Experience of working within a local authority How to Apply If you are interested in this opportunity, please submit your CV along with your availability and expected rate/salary Refer a friend If you know someone who would be a good fit for the role, please send over their contact details and get in touch, as we do offer a generous referral fee.