Sanctuary Personnel, a dedicated and award-winning recruitment agency with a TrustPilot score of 4.9/5 and nearly 1000 reviews has an exciting Locum opportunity available for an experienced SEN Casework Officer based in Normanton.
Pay Rate: £280 per hour (assignment class)
Contract Length: Initial contract is 3 months
Hours: Full-time, Monday – Friday, 37.5 hours per week (in theoffice 3 days per week)
Benefits of working for Sanctuary Personnel:
- Effortless Registration: Say goodbye to paperwork! Our fully online and paperless registration service streamlines the process, making it convenient and hassle-free for you.
- Compliance Made Easy: Enjoy peace of mind with our free DBS and compliance service, which includes paid-for mandatory e-learning and practical training modules tailored to your needs.
- Exclusive Opportunities: Unlock access to prestigious roles that you won't find elsewhere. From collaborating with NHSBT to supporting vital projects at The Home Office and Vaccination Centres or relocating candidates to Australia, The Falkland Islands and many other destinations, our network opens doors to diverse and impactful assignments in the UK and globally.
- Expert Guidance and Support: Benefit from personalised clinical governance and revalidation support from our in-house qualified health professional with over 15 years of experience. We're here to ensure you're always on top of your game.
- Rewarding Referral Program: Spread the word and reap the rewards! Refer a friend and receive a generous £250 bonus once they've completed just 100 hours of work. The best part? There's no limit to how many friends you can refer.
- Professional Development: Working as a locum provides opportunities for continuous professional development. You may encounter new challenges, technologies, and best practices in different settings, which can enhance your clinical skills and knowledge.
Main Duties of the SEN Casework Officer:
- Supervise and manage the daily tasks related to a large pupil caseload, consulting with SEN Officers and Administration Officers as needed, and ensuring all processes are completed within statutory deadlines.
- Make initial decisions regarding the initiation of statutory assessments and the amendment of Education, Health, and Care Plans (EHCPs) following annual reviews, seeking guidance from SEN Officers when necessary.
- Develop Education, Health, and Care Plans, determining needs and provisions based on advice from medical and educational professionals and other agencies.
- Address parental concerns and representations related to statutory processes, consulting with SEN Officers as needed.
- Oversee and direct the work of Administration and Clerical Officers concerning statutory processes, ensuring appropriate arrangements for individual children.
- Ensure that schools and other providers listed in a child’s EHCP comply with the specified expectations and obligations, taking necessary action when required.
- Evaluate the provisions in the EHCP and determine if the child is making progress as expected, advising others accordingly.
- Arrange placements for children following initial assessments or annual reviews, coordinating with other Local Authority teams (e.g., Admissions and Transport) and consulting with schools as required by statutory regulations.
Requirements of the SEN Casework Officer:
- BTEC Level 3 Award in SEN Casework or demonstrated experience in a similar field.
- Extensive experience working in Special Educational Needs (SEN) or significant experience in a related area.
- Valid proof of eligibility to work and reside in the UK, current DBS check, and two references.
- Clean UK driving license with the ability to commute independently to and from work.
Regretfully we are only able to respond to experienced candidates who meet these requirements for this SEN Casework Officer role as we need to meet our clients’ requirements, but please feel free to browse our open roles that may be more suitable for you.
