Under the leadership of the SEN Manager, the post-holder will manage a small team of Assessment and Case Coordinators, ensuring that the local authority is able to meet its statutory responsibilities for children and young people with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND) in accordance with the requirements of the Children and Families Act 2014. The post holder will also have additional responsibilities as agreed with the Head of Service.

Overseeing the timeliness of decisions re transport eligibility and providing evidence for any transport appeals
Effective collection of data and information to respond to complaints, enquiries, SENDT appeals within statutory or agreed timescales
Additional responsibility for agreed area for example Annual Review processes, Tribunals, case officers or other agreed defined area
To contribute to the ability of the local area to effectively identify and meet the needs of and improve outcomes for children and young people with SEND
To implement systems and processes that promote person centred planning keeping the views and wishes of the child and young person central, upholding the principles of the SEND Code of Practice 2015
To minimise anxiety for parents/carers of children and young people through excellent, timely and transparent clear communication about statutory processes

Experience of relevant legislation, statutory guidance and SEND procedures and commitment to person centred and outcome focused action is essential.

Requirements

Senior SEN Officer