SEND Senior Casework Officer - Oxfordshire

SEND Senior Casework Officer - Oxfordshire

Working Pattern: Remote working - however will need to come into the office for meetings/training potentially once a month, there are other local offices where you can also hot desk as well as County Hall.
Pay Rate: £350 - £400 Daily rate
Contract Duration: 3 months position with a potential extension
Enhanced DBS Childrens & Adults barred list required

Key Responsibilities:

• To lead and manage allocated cases within SENDIST Tribunal processes to ensure that all legal deadline dates are met andthat all case preparation is in line with Tribunal rules.
• To lead and attend Way Forward, Mediation and pre-Tribunal meetings as required.
• To represent the LA at SEND Tribunals where necessary.
• To provide professional support, challenge and advice (including training where required)to Headteachers, SENCOs, Governing Bodies/Academy Trust, to ensure that theyare compliant with the SEND Code of Practice and Disability Discrimination Act.
• To work closely with schools and partner agencies to adhere to the time scales set out in the SEND Code of Practice.
• To ensure and maintain effective communication with key statutory and voluntary sector partners. This includes attendance multi-professional planning meetings and child protection case conferences.
• Ensure that you are always up to date on changes to Legislation, changes to policies and procedures and current guidance to ensure that all staff are aware of these changes.

Ready to make an impact?
 Apply today or get in touch to find out more - Freya.joseph@pprsocialcare.co.uk