SEND Case Officer

Job descriptionSEND Case Officer - Placements and Tribunal Team (Kirklees)Kirklees Council is seeking an experienced SEND Case Officer to join its Placements and Tribunal Team. This role will focus on managing a caseload of children and young people with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND), coordinating Education, Health and Care (EHC) needs assessments and reviews, supporting specialist placement consultations, and preparing SENDIST Tribunal casework and written submissions.The successful candidate will work closely with families, schools, educational settings, and partner agencies to ensure statutory responsibilities are met while securing appropriate educational provision and positive outcomes for children and young people with SEND.Main Duties:Manage a caseload of children and young people with SEND in accordance with statutory duties and local proceduresCoordinate person-centred and outcome-focused EHC needs assessments and annual reviewsDraft, amend, and maintain clear, accurate, and legally compliant Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCPs)Ensure all casework is completed within statutory timescales and in line with SEND legislation and the SEND Code of PracticePrepare SENDIST Tribunal case files, written submissions, and supporting documentationUndertake consultations with schools, specialist provisions, and educational settings to secure appropriate placementsLiaise with parents, carers, schools, educational settings, and multidisciplinary ..... full job details .....