1 month contract with a local authority

Job Purpose

To support the council in meeting its statutory duties under part 3 of the Children & Families Act 2014 by overseeing and actively engaging in the development of high-quality and timely education, health, and care plans (EHCPs).

Key Duties/Accountabilities

Act as the main point of contact for parents/carers and young people wishing to engage in the education health care needs assessment process (EHCNA).
Work closely with families, schools, and a range of service providers, including education, health, social care, and voluntary sectors.
Work in partnership with schools to facilitate meaningful reviews of existing EHCPs.
Ensure, through consultation, that suitable provision is identified to meet CYP’s needs and accurate recording is kept.
Develop and maintain positive relationships with locality schools.
Support managers, tribunal officers, and decision makers through professional and timely preparation of local authority statements and other relevant documentation required for mediation or the Special Educational Needs and Disability Tribunal (SENDIST).

Essential Experience Required

Experience of working with CYP with special educational needs and disabilities.
Experience of leading multiagency meetings.
Experience of writing person-centered plans and preparing reports.
Experience of communicating using a variety of different methods including the use of nonverbal communication.
Experience of partnership working.

Essential Qualification Required

Additional information to note

Requirements

Experience of working with CYP with special educational needs and disabilities
Experience of leading multiagency meetings
Experience of writing person-centered plans and preparing reports
Experience of communicating using a variety of different methods including the use of nonverbal communication
Experience of partnership working
Educated to degree standard
Professional qualifications/registration as appropriate to the role
Evidence of continued professional development

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