Send Casework Officer

Contract to start ASAP until 02-02-27 with a possible extension.

Full job descriptionSEND Casework Officer – Education Unqualified

Bradford Metropolitan District Council

Hours: Full-time (37 hours per week)

Contract: Temporary assignment – 2 November 2026 to 2 February 2027

Help Children and Young People Access the Educational Support They Need

We're recruiting two organised and compassionate SEND Casework Officers to support Bradford Metropolitan District Council. The role focuses on coordinating Education, Health and Care (EHC) assessments, plans and reviews, helping children and young people with special educational needs and disabilities access appropriate support. jobs.bradford.gov.uk

You'll work with families, educational settings and specialist professionals, bringing together information and helping cases progress through the assessment and planning process.

About the Role

As SEND Casework Officer, you'll manage allocated casework, contribute to clear and personalised Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCPs), and monitor deadlines. You'll help ensure plans reflect individual needs, agreed outcomes and preparation for important education transitions. jobs.bradford.gov.uk

The role requires empathy, attention to detail and the ability to explain complex information clearly while balancing competing priorities.

What you'll be doing:

• Coordinating EHC needs assessments, gathering professional advice and maintaining contact with families and relevant services.
• Drafting clear and accessible EHCPs, bringing together assessment information to describe needs, outcomes and appropriate support. jobs.bradford.gov.uk
• Supporting annual reviews and plan amendments, following up outstanding documentation and progressing agreed actions.
• Helping coordinate education transitions, liaising with settings and families to support timely planning and consultation.
• Maintaining case information and monitoring progress, helping colleagues identify outstanding actions and review outcomes. These activities reflect Bradford's published SEND review responsibilities. jobs.bradford.gov.uk
• Organising and attending case discussions, working with families, schools and other agencies to clarify needs and resolve queries.
• Supporting the resolution of disagreements, escalating complex matters and assisting senior officers with evidence and documentation where required.
• Maintaining accurate case records and correspondence, ensuring information is clearly documented and available for review. recruitment.bradford.gov.uk

Requirements

We're looking for proactive, approachable and detail-focused individuals who can manage a varied workload while keeping children, young people and their families at the centre of their work.

You'll ideally have:

• Experience in SEND casework, EHCP coordination or a closely related education or social care role.
• An understanding of SEND assessment, planning and review processes.
• Strong written communication skills, including experience summarising professional advice and preparing clear reports.
• Good organisational skills, with the ability to monitor deadlines and manage competing demands.
• Confidence communicating with families and professionals, including handling sensitive or complex discussions.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to assess information and identify appropriate next steps.
• Good IT skills, including experience maintaining electronic records and using Word and Excel.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively, seeking guidance and escalating issues appropriately. These criteria are informed by Bradford's published casework profile. recruitment.bradford.gov.uk
• Eligibility to work in the UK and the ability to provide employment references and complete the required pre-employment checks.

Why Apply

• Opportunity to support children and young people with SEND and their families.
• Varied work combining case coordination, communication and partnership working.
• Chance to apply your education or SEND experience within a local authority setting.
• Two temporary opportunities available with Bradford Metropolitan District Council.

Benefits

• Weekly Pay
• Company Pension
• Ongoing Agency Support

Benefits are subject to confirmation of agency and payroll arrangements and individual eligibility.

Additional Information

Client: Bradford Metropolitan District Council

Job Title: SEND Casework Officer

Job Category: Education Unqualified

Location: Floor 3, Britannia House, Hall Ings, Bradford, BD1 1HX. The council confirms the building's address and postcode. bradford.gov.uk

Working Arrangement: To be confirmed; no hybrid or remote-working arrangement has been specified.

Start Date: 2 November 2026

End Date: 2 February 2027

Contract Duration: Temporary assignment from 2 November 2026 to 2 February 2027.

Hours: 37 hours per week

Positions Available: 2

Pay Rate: £19.68 per hour — Umbrella

IR35: Status to be confirmed.

DBS: Bradford's published SEND Caseworker advert specifies an enhanced check with barred-list screening; the requirements for these temporary assignments should be confirmed. jobs.bradford.gov.uk

Job Types: Full-time, Temporary

Pay: £19.68 per hour — Umbrella

Application question(s):

• Can you describe your experience coordinating SEND casework, including assessments, EHCP preparation or annual reviews?
• How have you worked with families, educational settings and other professionals to progress a case or resolve a concern?
• Please confirm your current location, your ability to attend Britannia House as required and your availability to start on 2 November 2026.

Experience:

SEND casework, EHCP coordination or relevant education and social care experience preferred. Applicants should outline their experience managing case information, communicating with families and meeting deadlines.

Qualifications:

Relevant education, SEND or casework qualifications and training should be included in your application. Any mandatory qualification requirements for these temporary assignments are to be confirmed by the council.

Work authorisation:

United Kingdom — right to work required.

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