Senior Case Manager / Team Leader / SEND Child Services

  • Job Reference: AWDO-P12625
  • Date Posted: 20 September 2024
  • Recruiter: AWD online
  • Location: Wokingham, Berkshire
  • Remote Working: Hybrid - some remote working possible
  • Salary: £49,498 to £54,707
  • Bonus/Benefits: (pay award pending) + Benefits
  • Sector: Social Care
  • Job Type: Permanent
  • Work Hours: Full Time
  • Contact: CV Response Team

Job Description

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SEND Senior Case Manager / Team Leader with extensive experience working within a SEND / SEN team, ability to deal with complex case work managing multiple cases, and good staff leadership and supervisory skills, is required for a well-established organisation based in Wokingham, Berkshire.

 

SALARY: £49,498 - £54,707 per annum (pay award pending) + Benefits      

LOCATION: Hybrid split between working from home and the office in Wokingham.

JOB TYPE: Full-Time, Permanent

WORKING HOURS: 37 hours per week

 

JOB OVERVIEW

We have a fantastic new job opportunity for a SEND Senior Case Manager / Team Leader with extensive experience working within a SEND / SEN team, ability to deal with complex case work managing multiple cases, and good staff leadership and supervisory skills.

Working as the SEND Senior Case Manager / Team Leader you will play a key role in supporting the SEND Team’s development journey, making positive change and helping to improve experiences and outcomes for the children and young people within the service with additional needs and/or disabilities (SEND).

As the SEND Senior Case Manager / Team Leader you will line manage a team of SEND Casework Practitioners responsible for all aspects of the SEND journey, working in partnership with key stakeholders, in particular children and young people and their families, as well as educational settings, to always ensure collaborative working and the promotion of safeguarding.

 

Why this organisation?

Not only is this a fantastic opportunity, but it’s an excellent time to join this service as they look for the SEND Leaders of tomorrow!

  • The organisation is significantly investing in the SEND Service to enhance capacity and help to achieve their vision for excellent outcomes and experiences for children and young people 0-25
  • You will be supported by an energised and professional leadership team, providing support, reflection and supervision
  • You will be part of a passionate and committed team that are dedicated to improving the outcomes of children and young people across the service
  • You will be joining them at a pivotal stage in their journey which has been recognised by the DfE as clear and sustained progress

 

DUTIES

Your duties as a SEND Senior Case Manager / Team Leader will include:

  • Direct line management of SEND Casework Practitioners with responsibility for all aspects of the SEND journey, from EHC needs assessments to annual reviews, identifying and supporting placements for children and young people with SEND
  • Developing and managing high quality EHCPs and case work, through participation in an innovative SEND Audit programme
  • Deputise for the SEND Practice Manager when required with opportunities for career development
  • Attendance at weekly Multi–Disciplinary decision-making forum.  Making informed decisions for children and young people - the right support at the right time
  • Working in partnership to build strong and proactive relationships with all stakeholders, including children & young people, their families and educational settings
  • At all times promote safeguarding for all children and young people through collaborative working

 

CANDIDATE REQUIREMENTS

  • The ability to manage and deal with case work of a complex nature, managing multiple cases
  • Thorough knowledge of SEN(D) Code of Practice and Children and Families Act – implementing SEND Reforms and good practice on inclusive education
  • Extensive experience of working within a dynamic and busy SEND Team
  • Experience of line managing, including both established Team members and inducting new colleagues

 

BENEFITS

  • 31 days annual leave (rising to 36 after 5 years continuous local government service), plus Bank Holidays
  • A Local government pension
  • Flexible working arrangements
  • An Employee Assistance Programme
  • Access to an onsite gym
  • A range of employee discounts
  • Salary sacrifice car scheme
  • And more!

 

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JOB REF: AWDO-P12625

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