KEY REQUIREMENTS:

The new post holder will be either an experienced SEN Casework Officer or have substantial experience of working within SEND and vulnerable groups within a local authority or educational/social care context. They will have a strong understanding of relevant legislation, including the Children and Families Act 2014, SEND Code of Practice 0-25 years 2015 and Equality Act 2010. The successful candidate will be able to work to statutory timescales and prioritise a caseload of new assessments and annual reviews across the full age range. Candidates must possess excellent interpersonal and written communication skills and have a willingness to work proactively with other agencies to ensure the best possible outcomes within available time and financial resources.
The role has been identified as a flexible post meaning the post holder will be required to be flexible on working location throughout a working week, based on business need.
This post is subject to an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.
For full details of the responsibilities and requirements of this role please see the attached Job Description and Personal Specification.
Should you wish to discuss this opportunity further, please contact:
Michelle McManus (SEND Assessment & Planning Team Leader) via Michelle.McManus2@wolverhampton.gov.uk

OUR WORKING ARRANGEMENTS

All council roles are allocated to either a fixed, field or flexible work style. Some roles are agile which enable and empowers employees to maximise their performance and productivity, whilst maintaining a healthy work life balance. Roles with a fixed workstyle work in a fixed permanent council location. Roles with a field workstyle are usually allocation where employees are required to be out working in the community with a minimum requirement for ‘touch down’ space at any council location. Roles with a flexible workstyle have a flexible base location to meet the needs of the business and employees can work from a mixture of home or any council office, partner/client, or external location, as required to meet service requirements.
Please refer to the Job Description for further information on the workstyle assigned to the role you are applying for.
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