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Job Opportunity: SEN Caseworker – Assessment & Review

📍 Location: Dunedin House, Stockton
🕒 Hours: 37 hours per week, Monday to Friday
📅 Contract: Initial 3 months (with potential extension)
💻 Equipment: Laptop provided
🏢 Onsite role: Candidates must work from the office full-time

About the Role We are seeking an experienced SEN Caseworker (Assessment & Review) to join our busy SEND team based in Stockton. This is an exciting opportunity to make a real difference to children and young people with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND).
The successful candidate will be responsible for managing a diverse caseload of ongoing assessments from initial receipt through to the issue of final Education, Health and Care (EHC) plans. You will play a vital role in supporting schools, families, and professionals to ensure positive outcomes for children and young people.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage a caseload of SEND assessments from start to finish.
• Lead and participate in Person-Centred Planning (PCP) meetings and termly school reviews.
• Draft, review, and finalise Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCPs).
• Handle decline decisions sensitively, ensuring families are fully informed and appropriately signposted to support services.
• Work closely with schools, professionals, and families to ensure statutory duties are met.
• Maintain accurate, up-to-date case records and documentation.

Essential Requirements

• Proven experience as a SEND Caseworker, working at both SEND Support and statutory EHCP levels.
• Strong knowledge of the SEND Code of Practice and related legislation.
• Experience in leading PCP meetings and liaising with schools and families.
• Ability to manage a busy, high-volume caseload effectively.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with a sensitive and supportive approach when working with families.

What We Offer

• Full-time, office-based role in Dunedin House, Stockton.
• Laptop and IT support provided.
• Opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the lives of children and young people.
• Supportive team environment.

📩 How to Apply
Contact Emily at Service Care Solutions:
📧 emily.bentley@servicecare.org.uk
📞 01772 208964

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