SEND Case Officer

SEND Case Officer Job Overview Focusing on children and young people's outcomes, and enabling children and families in BCP, this post involves the management of Special Educational Needs and Disability' (SEND) casework and the effective administration of the procedures relating to the statutory assessment of children with special educational needs and disabilities. Working within the relevant legislation, regulations and guidance, in particular the 1996 Education Act, The Learning and Skills Act 2000, SEN Code of Practice 2015, Equalities Act 2010, the Care Act 2015 and primarily the Children & Families Act 2014 , ensuring appropriate records and data are maintained. You will work in collaboration with the rest of the service, other services and partners to monitor the provision and outcomes for children with SEND. To work directly with leaders of educational settings, partners in care and health services, children and families to ensure needs relating to SEND are met. Specific Qualifications and Experience Experience of dealing with sensitive and confidential information and in managing/resolving conflicts. Experience of working across professions and agencies to meet high standards of service delivery, meeting deadlines and using resources effectively. Experience of successfully building good working relationships with children, young people and families in a professional context in a variety of settings. Educated to Degree level or equivalent experience relevant to this role. Significant understanding of the legal context and statutory framework of the assessment processes relating to children and young people with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities. Detailed knowledge of relevant regulations, legislation and statutory guidance relating to pupils with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities Personal Qualities & Attributes Highly- developed and effective written and oral communication skills. Ability to plan and prioritise tasks and manage time effectively to meet deadlines under pressure. Ability to work as part of a team and support other members of the team. High level of interpersonal skills including the ability to listen and skills to mediate in difficult situations. An empathetic approach to parents and young people and an ability to work effectively with them while maintain an appropriate professional 'distance' Ability to relate to and develop relationships with a wide range of professionals and other individuals (including vulnerable adults and young people) and organisations at a variety of levels Ability to problem solve and create/ innovate approaches to service delivery, within a framework of statutory guidance and regulations. Ability to develop depth of knowledge within specialist area. Job Requirements DBS check / Ability to speak fluent English Must be able to travel, using public or other forms of transport where they are viable, or by holding a valid UK driving licence with access to own or pool car. --- Fusion People are committed to promoting equal opportunities to people regardless of age, gender, religion, belief, race, sexuality or disability. We operate as an employment agency and employment business. You'll find a wide selection of vacancies on our website.