- Are you passionate about improving outcomes for children and young people with SEND?
- Do you take pride in delivering high-quality, person-centred support?
- Are you resilient, proactive and solutions-focused?
Look no further! We have a fantastic opportunity for a Caseworker to join our SEND Assessment and Review team here at Stockton-on-Tees Borough Council.
Our SEND Assessments and Review team is a supportive, collaborative group dedicated to making a real difference for children, young people and their families. We work closely together, sharing knowledge, supporting one another and celebrating successes whilst building strong partnerships with schools, professionals and the wider community to deliver the best possible outcomes.
What youll be doing:
- Leading and coordinating SEND assessments and reviews, ensuring everything stays on track and meets key deadlines
- Working closely with families, schools and partners to create meaningful, person-centred plans that make a real difference
- Championing positive outcomes for children and young people, helping them thrive through the right support at the right time
- Managing a varied caseload, prioritising effectively in a fast-paced, rewarding environment
- Contributing to service improvements and new initiatives, helping shape how SEND services are delivered in the future.
You will work alongside the Senior Caseworker and Team Manager to ensure statutory duties for children and young people who have special educational needs are met.
Were looking for someone who:
- Is inspirational, motivated and highly organised, with a proactive approach to their work
- Has knowledge and experience of SEND legislation and procedures, and can apply this confidently in practice
- Thrives in a fast-paced environment, adapting quickly to changing priorities
- Is passionate about improving outcomes for children and young people with special educational needs
- Demonstrates resilience and tenacity, with the confidence to both support and challenge others to achieve the best results
- Can manage competing priorities and meet legal timescales, while maintaining high standards
- Is able to prioritise their own workload effectively and stay organised under pressure
- Has a commitment to continuous learning and developing new skills.
For more detailed information about the role, please refer to the Job Description and Person Specification included in the Supporting Documents section.
Stockton-on-Tees Borough Council prides itself on being a great place to work where staff are trusted, valued and supported to make a positive contribution at work.
We offer an excellent total reward package, including:
- A competitive salary of up to £37,280
- 27 days annual leave per year rising to 32 with 5 years service (plus bank holidays). Ability to purchase additional leave is also available.
- Generous Pension Scheme through the LGPS with ability to pay extra and plan for retirement.
- Access to a number of other employee benefits including learning and development opportunities, a car lease scheme, discounts at high street and online retailers, access to online GP appointments, an employee assistance programme and physiotherapy services.
And thats not all - you can also work flexibly where you can work part of your week at home.
For more information about working for Stockton-on-Tees Borough Council, please visit the Careers section on our website:
Rewarding careers. We do that - Stockton-on-Tees Borough Council
If you would like an informal discussion about the post, please contact Rebecca Horsman (Senior Caseworker) or Elizabeth James (Team Manager), via email at
[email protected] or
[email protected]
We anticipate a high level of interest in this role and may close the vacancy earlier than the advertised closing date, therefore we encourage you to submit your application as soon as possible.
Please note that were unable to provide visa sponsorship for this role, so candidates will need to have an existing right to work in the UK.
Important Applicant Guidance
Accuracy and Use of AI Tools: You must ensure that anything submitted in your application is factually accurate. Plagiarism can include presenting the ideas and experience of others, or generated by artificial intelligence, as your own. Whilst we accept candidates may use AI tools within job applications; submissions must be truthful and relevant to your own experience.
Application Updates and Communication: All updates regarding your application, including interview invitations, will be sent from
[email protected] to the email linked to your North East Jobs account, and will also appear in the My Messages section of your account.
Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exemptions): This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 by virtue of the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (as amended). Applicants are therefore required to disclose all criminal convictions, cautions, reprimands, and final warnings, including those which would normally be considered spent, subject to the filtering rules applicable under current legislation.
Right to Work: All applicants must provide valid proof of their right to work in the UK in accordance with Stockton-on-Tees Borough Councils statutory employment checks. Employment cannot commence or continue unless this has been verified.
Council Principles: The Councils recruitment principles require fairness, transparency, and a commitment to attracting and developing local talent.
Limitations: Where an individual cannot demonstrate a valid right to work in the UK, the Council will be unable to progress or continue the appointment. This includes cases where an existing employees visa is due to expire and sponsorship is not granted.
