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Job IntroductionThe Statutory Assessment and Review Team require a Statutory SEND Officer to join their busy team on a fulltime basis. The successful candidate would be responsible for managing a caseload of learners with special educational needs who attend a variety of schools, settings and colleges throughout Northumberland. They would be expected to ensure that statutory processes are carried out in a timely manner and that EHC Plans are of the highest quality, helping to secure the best possible outcomes across education, health and social care for the learner, including preparing them for adulthood. Excellent communication skills are essential, as is the ability to work to deadlines within a fast-paced team. Previous experience in the field of SEND and a good working knowledge of the SEND Code of Practice is required, although some training will be given. For further discussion following receipt of the job description and person specification, please contact Sarah Jeremiah
This is a fixed term position for 1 year
Northumberland County Council’s (NCC) vision is ‘Land of Great Opportunities’, for current and future generations. We believe there is no better place to live and work.
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Why choose us?We have some outstanding benefits and perks to offer you, including:

• 26 days annual leave plus public/bank holidays, rising to 31 days after 5 years of service (pro rata for part-time employees)
• Automatic enrolment into the Local Government Pension Scheme
• Flexi scheme (if applicable) – up to 2 days flexible leave available per month (pro rata for part-time employees)

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LinkedIn: Northumberland County Council Jobs Further informationFor guidance on completing your application and for information about our Equality and Diversity principles, please see the attached guidance notes here.We are proud to be an equal opportunities employer. We operate a guaranteed interview scheme for disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria. If you have a disability and would prefer to apply in a different format, please see the alternative methods below. This information will be treated as confidential and will only be used to check that you meet the essential requirements of the post.Alternative application format:British Sign Language: northumberlandcc-cs.signvideo.netFor those with speech difficulties or hearing loss: Text relay service dial 018001 01670 623930Although we advertise on North East Jobs, and other websites, your application process will be directed to our Tribepad system. Please note that all communication regarding your application for this post will be sent to the email address that you have registered on Tribepad, including your invite to interview if you are shortlisted. Please check your emails regularly, including Spam/Junk, after the closing dates for notification