SEND Specialist Outreach Worker

SEND Specialist Outreach Worker (Cognition & Learning Specialism)

Location: Halifax (Hybrid working – central Halifax base)
Contract: Initial 3 months (with potential extension)
Hours: 37 hours per week
Pay: £110 per day (Umbrella)
Start Date: ASAP

About the Role

We are seeking a skilled SEND Specialist Outreach Worker with a strong Cognition & Learning (C&L) specialism to support children and young people (CYP) with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) across Calderdale.

This role is focused on delivering high-quality targeted interventions, building capacity in schools, and improving outcomes for learners with complex learning needs such as:

• Dyslexia
• Working memory difficulties
• Processing and cognitive delay needs
• Other cognition and learning barriers

You will work across a hybrid model, based primarily in central Halifax, with a combination of school-based work, home working, and extensive travel across settings.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide ongoing outreach support to schools for CYP with SEND (with a focus on C&L needs)
• Deliver, model, and evaluate targeted interventions for individuals and small groups
• Support schools in implementing and reviewing graduated SEND support cycles (Assess, Plan, Do, Review)
• Work directly with CYP and families to co-produce effective strategies
• Undertake specialist assessments within your area of expertise
• Provide training, advice, and practical support to school staff
• Troubleshoot barriers to learning and support schools in resolving SEND-related challenges
• Contribute to Education, Health and Care (EHC) assessments and reviews
• Maintain accurate records, reports, and casework information
• Signpost families and schools to relevant support services
• Contribute to borough-wide SEND strategy and service development
• Support continuous professional development across schools and settings

Requirements

Essential:

• Relevant qualification in SEND or related field
• Level 3 qualification or equivalent (e.g. A Levels, NVQ Level 3, Advanced Apprenticeship)
• Strong specialism in Cognition & Learning (C&L)
• Experience delivering interventions for CYP with SEND
• Knowledge of dyslexia, working memory, and cognitive processing difficulties
• Understanding of SEND legislation (Children and Families Act 2014, SEND Code of Practice 2015, Equality Act 2010)
• Experience working in educational settings (school, early years, or similar)
• Ability to work directly with CYP and families
• Strong communication, organisation, and record-keeping skills
• Ability to work independently and manage a caseload

Safeguarding This role is subject to an Enhanced DBS check including Children’s Barred List clearance.