Details:
- Salary: £240 - 280 - Day
- Location: Somerset
- Date: 1 month ago
Description:
SEND Assessment & Review Officer
We are seeking an experienced and motivated SEND Assessment & Review Officer to join our SEND service.
The successful candidate will play a key role in coordinating and managing Education, Health and Care Needs Assessments and Annual Reviews, ensuring statutory duties are met and that children and young people receive high-quality, outcome-focused EHCPs.
Key Responsibilities
Coordinate EHC Needs Assessments and Annual Reviews within statutory timescales
Work collaboratively with families, schools, professionals, and partner agencies
Ensure EHCPs are person-centred, legally compliant, and of high quality
Review professional advice and assessment information to support informed decision-making
Maintain accurate case records and contribute to service improvement activity
Support positive outcomes for children and young people with SEND
About You
Experience working within SEND services or a statutory SEND environment
Strong understanding of SEND legislation and the SEND Code of Practice
Experience managing EHCP processes, assessments, or reviews
Excellent communication, organisational, and case coordination skills
Ability to work effectively within statutory deadlines and manage competing priorities
This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to improving outcomes for children and young people with SEND within a supportive and developing service