Senior SEN Caseworker

Job Description Are you an experienced SEN Caseworker ready for your next opportunity? We are recruiting a Senior SEN Caseworker to join the statutory SEN team on an initial 12-week assignment, with the potential to extend or become permanent, subject to performance. This is a great opportunity to make an immediate impact, managing statutory SEN casework for children and young people aged 0 to Year 7. The role is equivalent to SEN Caseworker or SEN Coordinator positions in other local authorities and does not include line management. What You'll Be Doing Manage a statutory SEN caseload, including EHC needs assessments, EHC Plans, annual reviews and phase transfers. Consult with education settings and liaise with families, schools and partner agencies to progress casework. Handle complex casework, placement issues, escalations and panel preparation within statutory timescales. What We're Looking For Previous statutory SEN casework experience within a local authority or similar setting. Strong knowledge of EHC processes, statutory deadlines and SEN legislation. Excellent communication, organisation and caseload management skills. Why Apply? You'll join a supportive SEN service, receive guidance on specific systems and processes, and have the chance to secure longer-term work if you perform well in the assignment. Apply Now If you have strong statutory SEN casework experience and are available to start immediately, apply today to be considered. Compliance Requirements Appointment is subject to a satisfactory Enhanced DBS disclosure. Applicants must be able to provide five years' references. Applicants must complete mandatory Right to Work checks as part of the pre-screening process. Diamond Blaque is acting as the employment business for this vacancy. We are committed to equality, diversity and inclusion, and welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates