Children's SW - SEND Team - City of Wolverhampton Council

Added 19/06/2025

We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Children's Social Worker to join our Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) Team at City of Wolverhampton Council. In this role, you will be responsible for providing support and intervention to children and young people with complex needs, ensuring their safety and well-being are prioritized. Key responsibilities and duties include: Assessing the needs of children and young people with SEND, developing care plans and interventions Working collaboratively with families, schools, and other professionals to provide holistic support Advocating for the rights and best interests of children with SEND Participating in multi-agency meetings and...

Senior Practitioner - Hinckley Family Help Team - Leicestershire County Council £40/h

Added 26/06/2025

Senior Practitioner - Family Help TeamHinckley | Leicestershire County Council£40 per hour | Hybrid Working AvailableAre you an experienced Social Worker ready to step up or continue as a Senior Practitioner? Leicestershire County Council is looking for a passionate and skilled professional to join their Family Help Team in Hinckley.This is a fantastic opportunity for candidates with CIN, CP, LAC, and court work experience who are ready to take on a leadership role in delivering impactful support to children and families.What you'll be doing:Supervising and supporting less experienced social workersLeading complex cases and chairing case reviews, core groups, and strategy...

Leicestershire - Senior Practitioner - Hinckley Family Help £40 p/h

Added 26/06/2025

We are currently seeking a dedicated and experienced Senior Practitioner to join our Hinckley Family Help team in Leicestershire. As a key member of our Qualified Social Work field, you will play a vital role in providing high-quality support and intervention to families in need. Key responsibilities and duties: Manage a complex caseload of families, conducting assessments and implementing care plans Provide expert guidance and support to junior team members, offering supervision and training as required Work collaboratively with partner agencies and stakeholders to ensure a holistic approach to family support Attend case conferences and court hearings, representing the best...

Social Worker - Family Help & Assessment Team - Warwickshire

Added 06/06/2025

Warwickshire County Council is seeking an experienced and committed Children's Social Worker to join their Family Help and Assessment Team. This is a frontline assessment role, supporting families and children at the point of referral, ensuring timely assessments, safety planning, and appropriate interventions are delivered in line with statutory duties and best practice. ________________________________________ Key Responsibilities: * Undertake Child and Family Assessments, S47 investigations and short-term interventions * Complete initial visits and engage families using a strengths-based approach * Work alongside Early Help services and other multi-agency partners * Identify risks and needs, ensuring appropriate safeguarding actions are taken *...

Leicestershire - Social Worker - CP/Families Together/Family Help/Safeguarding

Added 15/05/2025

We are currently recruiting for an exciting Social Worker role within the Family Help/Child Protection/Family Help team at Leicestershire County Council. Role Details: Experience Required: Child Protection (CP) and Court Work Caseloads: Approximately 15-20 children under the new structure Working Hours: Full-time Location: Main base: Victoria & Albert, Albert St, Loughborough, LE11 2DW Additional work may require visits to Venture House, Ashfordsby Road, Melton Mowbray, LE13 0HN Pay Rate: £38 per hour (Umbrella) Requirements: * Social Work England registration. * Eligibility to work in the UK. * Full UK driving license. * Social Work Qualification (degree or equivalent). * Minimum...

Wolverhampton - QSW - Youth Justice Service

Added 21/05/2025

We are currently seeking a dedicated and experienced Qualified Social Worker to join our team in Wolverhampton within the Youth Justice Service. As a key member of our team, you will play a crucial role in supporting and working with young people who have come into contact with the criminal justice system. Key responsibilities and duties include: Undertaking assessments and creating care plans for young people involved in the Youth Justice Service Providing direct support and intervention to young people to address their needs and reduce reoffending Liaising with partner agencies, such as schools, police, and probation services, to ensure...

Interim Senior Appeals Officer - SEND Tribunal Nottinghamshire

Added 24/06/2025

Senior Appeals Officer - SEND Tribunal 📍 Remote Working | £400 per day (Umbrella) | Contract until December 2025 Nottinghamshire County CouncilAre you an experienced SEND professional with expert knowledge of the SEND Code of Practice and the Children and Families Act 2014? We're currently looking for a Senior Appeals Officer (Senior Practitioner level) to lead on complex Tribunal and Mediation cases within Nottinghamshire County Council's Integrated Children's Disability Service.Key Responsibilities:Lead on managing a caseload of SENDIST Tribunal and Mediation cases.Prepare the Local Authority's Statement of Case and gather supporting evidence across education, health, and care sectors.Represent the Local Authority...

Interim SEND Resolutions Manager - South West £525 p/d

Added 20/06/2025

Job Title: SEND Resolutions Manager - South West Region Pay Rate: £450 to £525 per day (Umbrella) Working Arrangement: Hybrid - 1 day per week in the office preferred (Civic Centre)An exciting interim opportunity has arisen for an experienced SEND Tribunals and Dispute Resolution Manager to join a forward-thinking local authority in the South West region.This key maternity cover role requires an established professional with a strong background in SEND Tribunals, who can lead a small team and manage a high volume of complex cases with confidence and expertise.Key Responsibilities:Lead and manage a team of 3 Tribunal and Mediation Officers,...

Interim SEND Tribunal Officer - Barnsley £500 p/d

Added 17/06/2025

Job Title: Interim SEND Tribunal Officer Location: Barnsley Council - Hybrid (Onsite Mondays & Thursdays) Contract Type: Interim / Temporary Working Pattern: Full Time (2 days onsite: Monday & Thursday) About the Role:Barnsley Council is seeking an experienced SEND Tribunal Officer to join their team on an interim basis. This is a key role in supporting the Local Authority in managing Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) tribunal cases, with a focus on early resolution and legal compliance.Key Responsibilities:Manage and respond to SEND tribunal cases from initial notification to resolution.Prepare comprehensive written responses, evidence bundles, and liaise with legal representatives,...

Interim SEND Tribunal / Resolution Officer - Yorkshire £400 p/d

Added 17/06/2025

We are currently seeking an experienced and dedicated SEND Resolution Officer to join the Special Educational Needs Team at Calderdale Council. In this role, you will play a key part in reducing the Local Authority's exposure to tribunal appeals by promoting early resolution and mediation in disputes around Education, Health, and Care (EHC) plans.Key Responsibilities:Lead on complex SEN casework, using negotiation and mediation skills with families, schools, and multi-disciplinary professionals.Provide expert advice to the SEN service on all matters relating to SEND Tribunals (SENDIST).Represent the Local Authority in resolution meetings and at SEND Tribunals.Influence early mediation strategies to prevent escalation...

Non-Case Holding SEND Advanced Practitioner - Barnsley

Added 30/05/2025

Non-Case Holding SEND Advanced Practitioner Location: Barnsley Contract: Initial 3 months Working Pattern: Full-time | Non-case holding Type: AgencyBarnsley Children's Services is seeking a skilled and motivated Advanced Practitioner to join their Children with Disabilities Service in a non-case holding capacity. This is a key role focused on service development, partnership working, and supporting key initiatives across the SEND landscape.Key Responsibilities:Work alongside the Designated Social Care Officer to support service improvementsLead on training delivery, co-production with families, and development of SEND servicesContribute to the setup and support of the new Barnsley Short Breaks TeamEngage in multi-agency working with health, SEND,...

Lincolnshire - Educational Psychologist - Childrens SEND

Added 30/05/2025

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a skilled and experienced Educational Psychologist to join Lincolnshire County Council's Children's SEND Services. This is a rewarding role supporting children and young people with special educational needs and disabilities, helping to achieve positive outcomes across educational settings. Key Responsibilities: Deliver statutory psychological assessments for Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCPs) Provide expert advice to schools, families, and multi-agency partners Contribute to early intervention strategies, working in a consultative and collaborative way Support schools in developing inclusive practices and addressing complex learning and emotional needs Produce high-quality psychological reports within agreed timescales Essential Requirements:...

Interim SEND Case Officer - BCP Council

Added 08/05/2025

Are you passionate about supporting children and young people with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND)? Eden Brown Synergy is currently recruiting for a dedicated and knowledgeable SEND Education, Health and Care Plan (EHCP) Co-ordinator to join Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole (BCP) Council on a temporary contract. This is a fantastic opportunity for experienced SEND professionals to contribute to positive outcomes for children and families across the BCP area. ________________________________________ Key Responsibilities: * Manage a caseload of children and young people undergoing statutory EHC needs assessments * Coordinate the EHCP process in line with the Children & Families Act 2014...

Interim SEND Tribunal Officer - Worcestershire

Added 08/05/2025

Eden Brown Synergy is Looking for a SEND Tribunal Officer to join the SEND Services at Worcestershire County Council. A SEND Tribunal Officer is responsible for defending SEND appeals lodged by parents and young people against a local authority. Amongst their responsibilities, a SEND Tribunal Officer will review the case and co-ordinate and the councils response. Responsibilities * Defend appeals against the local authority. * Facilitate discussions between schools and families with the aim of resolving disputes amicably. * Attend tribunal hearings (when necessary). * Conduct thorough reviews of evidence. * Prepare all appeal papers for the council and parents...

Interim SEND Tribunal Officer - Surrey

Added 29/04/2025

Exciting Opportunity for an Experienced SEND Tribunal Officer Eden Brown Synergy is currently recruiting on behalf of Surrey County Council for a Special Educational Needs Tribunal Officer. This is an interim agency position offering hybrid working and a rewarding opportunity to lead on complex SEND Tribunal cases. This role plays a key part in supporting children and young people with special educational needs, working with families, schools and professionals to manage appeals and deliver high quality outcomes. Key Responsibilities * Manage a caseload of SEND Tribunal cases, ensuring all statutory processes and timelines are met * Represent the local authority...