SEND Case Officer (Assessments)

SEND Casework Officer (Assessment Team) £320 per day (Umbrella) - 3 Month Contract (with potential extension) Immediate Start Available Hybrid Working – 2 days in the office (Non-negotiable)

CVs are being reviewed immediately and interviews will be taking place shortly.

Are you an experienced SEND Casework Officer looking for your next interim challenge? This is an excellent opportunity to join a well-established SEND service where your expertise will make an immediate impact. As a SEND Casework Officer, you will manage a varied caseload across Primary, Secondary or Post-16 phases, working alongside a dedicated team committed to delivering high-quality outcomes for children and young people with SEND.

This role offers the opportunity to work closely with Senior SEND Officers, receive regular supervision, and play a key role in supporting colleagues through mentoring and knowledge sharing. If you thrive in a fast-paced statutory environment and have a strong understanding of SEND legislation, this could be the perfect next step for you.

Your Role as SEND Casework Officer:

Manage a caseload of approximately 220 EHCP cases across Primary, Secondary or Post-16 provision Lead and coordinate the 20-week statutory assessment process and Annual Reviews Build strong relationships with parents, carers, schools and multi-agency professionals Support and oversee cases involving Children Looked After (CLA) with EHCPs Utilise performance data effectively and contribute to a collaborative team culture Your Experience as SEND Casework Officer:

Minimum of 2 years' experience within a SEND Statutory Assessment Team Extensive knowledge of SEND legislation, statutory processes and EHCP management Experience managing the full 20-week assessment process and Annual Reviews Strong communication and stakeholder management skills with families and educational settings Previous experience using Synergy would be highly advantageous

As a SEND Casework Officer, you will be expected to work collaboratively with colleagues, attend face-to-face meetings with schools and families, and contribute positively to a team-focused environment. This is an excellent opportunity for a knowledgeable SEND Casework Officer who is passionate about achieving positive outcomes for children and young people.

If you're interested in discussing this opportunity in more detail or know someone who this may be of interest to, please contact Baltimore Consulting on (phone number removed) or apply today. We offer a senior referral scheme upon successful placement of your recommendation, so please do get in contact.

Our clients are passionate about creating and evolving a diverse workforce and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant. Recruiting decisions are based on your experience and skills. Any reasonable adjustments in the workplace will be fully supported during the application and hiring process.

Due to the fast-paced nature of interim recruitment, applications are reviewed as received and client requirements may change during the recruitment process. Whilst we endeavour to review all applications, we may not be able to respond individually to every candidate.

Submission of an application, expression of interest or right to represent does not guarantee submission to a client, interview, placement, or engagement. Recruitment decisions ultimately remain subject to client requirements, availability, suitability, and selection processes. Baltimore Consulting is committed to fair and inclusive recruitment practices, and all applications are considered based on the requirements of the role and the information available at the time of review