SEN Caseworker 0- 11, PFA & Tribunal
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Job Summary
This is a remote position.
- Oversee statutory EHC assessments for individuals aged 0-25.
- Handle intricate SEND caseloads and adhere to statutory deadlines.
- Serve as the primary contact for parents carers schools and professionals.
- Draft revise and maintain Education Health and Care Plans.
- Coordinate input from education health and social care experts.
- Conduct Annual Reviews and make necessary EHCP amendments.
- Prepare documentation and evidence for SEND Tribunals.
- Participate in case discussions meetings and reviews as needed.
- Manage correspondence with professionalism and sensitivity.
- Keep precise case records and update Hampshire systems.
- Escalate complex or high-risk cases when necessary.
- Collaborate with Special Needs Officers and SEND Managers to ensure compliance and uphold quality standards.
- At least 12 months of experience in a similar SEN Caseworker/EHCP Caseworker role within a Local Authority SEND Team.
- Proven ability to manage caseloads exceeding 250 cases.
- Experience in coordinating 20-week EHC Needs Assessments from initiation to completion.
- Proficiency in completing Annual Reviews.
- Experience in preparing and managing SEND Tribunal packs and tribunal casework.
- Comprehensive understanding of:
- Children and Families Act 2014
- SEND Code of Practice
- EHCP statutory processes
- SEND Tribunal procedures
- Children and Families Act 2014
- Ability to articulate previous caseloads statutory responsibilities and SEND processes during interviews.
- Consistently meet statutory timescales.
- Produce high-quality legally compliant EHCPs.
- Apply professional judgment effectively.
- Escalate risks and concerns promptly.
- Deliver exceptional customer service to families and stakeholders.
- Maintain accurate case records and documentation.
- Collaborate effectively with schools SENCOs health professionals and partner agencies.
- Manage workload efficiently within a high-volume statutory service.
- Adhere to Hampshire County Council policies procedures and governance frameworks.
- Relevant SEND Education or professional qualification.
- DFE Form confirming a minimum of 2 years PQE.
- Enhanced DBS.
- Right to Work documentation.
- 307.64 per day (Inside IR35)
- 3 Month Rolling Contract
- Fully Remote Working
- Opportunity to work within a well-established Local Authority SEND Service
- High-volume statutory caseload
- Potential for contract extension
- Immediate start available
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Essential Requirements Please do not apply unless you meet ALL of the following criteria: Minimum 12 months experience working in a similar SEN Caseworker/EHCP Caseworker role within a Local Authority SEND Team. Experience managing caseloads of 250 cases. Experience coordinating 20-week EHC Needs Assessments from start to completion. Experience completing Annual Reviews. Experience preparing and managing SEND Tribunal packs and tribunal casework. Detailed knowledge of: Children and Families Act 2014 SEND Code of Practice EHCP statutory processes SEND Tribunal procedures Ability to confidently discuss previous caseloads statutory responsibilities and SEND processes during interview. Key Responsibilities Coordinate statutory EHC assessments for children and young people aged 0-25. Manage complex SEND caseloads and statutory deadlines. Act as the main point of contact for parents carers schools and professionals. Draft amend and maintain Education Health and Care Plans. Coordinate advice from education health and social care professionals. Complete Annual Reviews and EHCP amendments. Prepare documentation and evidence for SEND Tribunals. Attend case discussions meetings and reviews as required. Manage correspondence professionally and sensitively. Maintain accurate case records and update Hampshire systems. Escalate complex or high-risk cases appropriately. Work closely with Special Needs Officers and SEND Managers to ensure compliance and quality standards. What Hampshire County Council Expects Successful candidates will be expected to: Meet statutory timescales consistently. Produce high-quality legally compliant EHCPs. Use professional judgement appropriately. Escalate risks and concerns at an early stage. Deliver excellent customer service to families and stakeholders. Maintain accurate case records and documentation. Work collaboratively with schools SENCOs health professionals and partner agencies. Manage workload effectively within a high-volume statutory service. Adhere to Hampshire County Council policies procedures and governance arrangements. Essential Compliance Requirements Relevant SEND Education or professional qualification. DFE Form confirming a minimum of 2 years PQE. Enhanced DBS. Right to Work documentation. Whats on Offer 307.64 per day (Inside IR35) 3 Month Rolling Contract Fully Remote Working Opportunity to work within a well-established Local Authority SEND Service. High-volume statutory caseload. Potential contract extension. Immediate start available. Suitable for candidates with experience as a SEN Caseworker SEND Caseworker EHCP Caseworker SEN Case Officer SEND Officer Education Health and Care Plan Coordinator SEND Tribunal Officer EHCP Assessment Officer or SEND Case Management Officer within a Local Authority setting.
