SEN Assessment & Review Officer

Children’s Services

Location: Greenwich, London

Hours: 09:00 to 17:00 (35 hours per week), Monday to Friday.

Contract: 3 months with possibility to extend.

Type: Locum, Temporary

Ref: RQ1401605

Rate of Pay: £25.75 per hour (Ltd Rate)

Austin Dean Recruitment is seeking an experienced SEN Assessment & Review Officer to join Children’s Services. This is a critical role working with senior staff across schools, ensuring compliance with the Children and Families Act 2014 and delivering positive outcomes for children and young people with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND).

Key Responsibilities

• Collaborate with senior staff at schools to ensure the Local Authority (LA) meets all legal SEND requirements.
• Implement and coordinate the needs assessment and review process in line with the SEN Code of Practice 2015.
• Develop aspirational, holistic, and outcome-focused Education, Health, and Care (EHC) Plans.
• Manage a complex caseload, responding to the evolving needs of SEND children and young people.
• Challenge and support schools, professionals, and families to reduce the risk of legal challenges against the LA.
• Oversee and manage the work of a case coordinator, allocating and monitoring tasks daily.

Experience and Knowledge Required

• Good general education equivalent to ‘A’ Level, including GCSE English.
• Experience with SEND processes in a local authority and drafting EHC Plans or statements of special educational needs.
• Experience of working directly with educational establishments such as nurseries, schools or colleges
• Understanding of SEND reforms and relevant legislation, including the Education Act 1996, Children and Families Act 2014, and the SEN Code of Practice 2015.

Skills and Abilities

• Proficient in word processing, spreadsheets, databases, and reporting tools.
• Excellent communication skills to engage effectively with parents, young people, schools, and professionals.
• Strong ability to build partnerships, challenge stakeholders, and manage contentious situations.
• Outcome-focused planning and case management expertise.
• Ability to prioritise workloads, maintain accurate records, and demonstrate resilience under pressure.
• Commitment to equality and the ability to apply equal opportunities policies.

Why Choose Austin Dean Recruitment?

• Competitive pay rates tailored to your experience.
• Flexible working arrangements to suit your needs.
• Nationwide opportunities across diverse settings.
• Streamlined registration for faster onboarding.
• Access to ongoing training and development resources.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check: This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

How to Apply

If you are passionate about improving SEND outcomes for children and young people, we want to hear from you. Apply today to join a team dedicated to making a difference.

For more information or to explore similar opportunities, contact Austin Dean Recruitment now on 020 3489 6070

Together, let’s shape the future for SEND children and young people.