SEND Caseworker

Terms and Conditions: Full Time, Permanent, 37 hours per week
Department: Childrens & Education
Interview date: 17th November 2026

The Statutory Assessment Team is looking to recruit a SEND Caseworker to support the Council in delivering its statutory duties for children and young people with SEND aged 0-25. The role provides advice and support to parents, schools and professionals, manages Education, Health and Care Plan (EHCP) processes, and maintains accurate SEND data and records.

The successful candidate will:

• Manage a caseload of children/young people with EHCPs or going through the statutory assessment process
• Support the statutory assessment, annual review and EHCP amendment process, adhering to statutory timescale
• Act as a first point of contact for parents, schools and professionals, providing guidance on SEND procedures and EHCPs
• Issue and manage correspondence for the above
• Maintain accurate records and day to day management of SEND database
• Administer SEND panels, annual reviews, appeals and consultations
• Manage consultations for admissions to schools
• Coordinate arrangements for pupils moving in and out of the borough
• Monitor and manage funding and placement information

For an informal discussion regarding the role, please contact Julie Jackson via Julie.Jackson@blackburn.gov.uk.