Senior Family SEND Support Advisor
Senior Family SEND Support Advisor
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Job Description
Salary:38626 - 40476
Hours per week:37 hours
Temporary/Fixed term:2 years
Interview date:to be confirmed following shortlisting
Education and Skills - Building Bright Futures
We are excited to offer a rewarding opportunity to join our Targeted Education Service as a Senior Family SEND Support Advisor!
The team works closely with families who are considering an Education Health and Care Plan (EHCP) building strong relationships to understand their needs and identify the support available before the statutory process is complete. Advisors collaborate with professionals across the Wiltshire SEND system to develop clear coordinated support plans and ensure they are delivered effectively.
As a Senior Advisor you will take on a leadership role supervising a cohort of Family SEND Support Advisors in line with our supervision practice framework. You will oversee an efficient and responsive triage process working alongside other professionals to ensure that all applications are reviewed prioritised and allocated within one week of receipt. You will also play a key role in supporting social care colleagues by providing appropriate advice and guidancehelping to ensure that families receive the right support at the right time.
We are looking for someone with an NVQ Level 5 qualification or equivalent significant experience in a relevant field. You should have experience managing a small team and promoting a results-driven supportive culture. A strong ability to build rapport with families and professionals is essential along with a sound understanding of SEND and safeguarding and child protection procedures. Your experience in working directly with families and navigating complex systems will be key to your success in this role.
Why us
Wiltshire Council is a friendly welcoming place to work with a One Council ethos. Thats why we focus on getting the things that matter to our people right.Explore more benefits here!
Please download and read the role description and person specificationcarefully before you apply as well asOur Identity.
The council is committed to creating an environment of positive working relationships where everyone feels engaged supported and able to thrive. Our Identity is a framework which sets out how we are all expected to lead work and act to deliver our services. We will not tolerate discrimination bullying or harassment of any kind. Everyone is expected to promote a culture of inclusion dignity trust and respect which is underpinned by our vision and Our Identity framework.
For more details contact Ben StevensSEND AP and Inclusion Transformation Lead at .
This role may be subject to certain successful security checks; please see the role description for more information.
We are firmly committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children young people and vulnerable adults and to the principles of inclusion and diversity in both employment and the delivery of services. Read ourstatement of commitment to equality and inclusion.
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Required Experience:
Senior IC
Employment Type
Advisor
