SEN Case Officer
| Dyddiad hysbysebu: | 19 Ionawr 2026 |
|---|---|
| Cyflog: | £39,152 i £41,771 bob blwyddyn |
| Oriau: | Llawn Amser |
| Dyddiad cau: | 01 Chwefror 2026 |
| Lleoliad: | Reading, Berkshire |
| Gweithio o bell: | Hybrid - gweithio o bell hyd at 2 ddiwrnod yr wythnos |
| Cwmni: | Reading Borough Council |
| Math o swydd: | Parhaol |
| Cyfeirnod swydd: | DOC0033 |
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We’re now seeking a SEN Case Officer to join our friendly and committed Special Educational Needs Team. This is a rewarding opportunity for someone who is passionate about achieving the best possible outcomes for children and young people with SEND and their families.
We seek the best talent from the widest pool of people as diversity and inclusion is the key to our success. Reading Borough Council is a Disability Confident Employer and is committed to the recruitment and continued employment of people with disabilities.
About the role
You will play a key role in coordinating and delivering highquality Education, Health and Care (EHC) assessments and plans for children and young people aged 0–25.
Your responsibilities will include:
Coordinating EHC needs assessments and managing a designated caseload, ensuring statutory timescales are met.
Drafting clear, outcomefocused and legally compliant EHC Plans.
Working collaboratively with families, educational settings, social care, health professionals and other partners.
Leading and chairing EHC production meetings using personcentred approaches.
Ensuring effective multiagency working, including facilitating meetings and obtaining professional reports.
Representing the SEN Team at panels, reviews and multi-agency meetings.
Identifying suitable school or college placements and contributing to hometoschool transport decisions.
Maintaining accurate electronic records and preparing reports for panels, tribunals and internal processes.
Supporting safeguarding responsibilities in line with statutory guidance.
About you
We’re looking for someone who is motivated, organised and committed to making a difference.
You will bring:
Experience within SEND across education, social care or health.
Strong understanding of SEN legislation including the Children and Families Act and the SEN Code of Practice.
Knowledge of a range of SEND needs and related multiagency roles.
Experience working directly with parents, families and professionals.
Confidence in leading meetings, handling challenging situations and managing negotiations.
You’ll be part of a team that relies on each individual to play their part to the best of their ability. As well as the colleagues that you work closely with every day, you’ll also be part of Team Reading, playing your personal part in making Reading a successful and vibrant place.
Our vision is to ensure that Reading realises its potential as a great place to live, work and play, and that everyone shares the benefits of this success. Our values and behaviours guide how we will achieve this:
Work Together as one team - work collaboratively, with each other and with our partners, and demonstrate the Team Reading values in everything we do
Drive Efficiency - show initiative, be adaptable to change and put forward ideas to help improve delivery and efficiency. Take responsibility for our own learning and development and for reaching our potential
Be Ambitious - be demanding of our own performance – striving to be even better – and be prepared to engage with and challenge leaders in a constructive and positive way
Make a Difference to Reading - maintain the highest levels of customer service and be flexible and willing to provide the services needed at the time they are needed
Our offer
We offer a supportive environment to grow and develop your career with the opportunity to put your ideas across. Innovation and ambition is strongly encouraged, and you’ll get a great feel for that working in our friendly and collaborative environment.
A competitive salary alongside a range of benefits including:
Generous holiday entitlement - 25 days holiday each year plus bank holidays - rising to 30 days after 5 years’ service and 33 days after 10 years' service, with the option to buy additional leave
A wide range of flexible working opportunities
Modern working environment at the Civic Offices in the heart of Reading
Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS)
Life Assurance - three times your annual salary (for members of the LGPS)
On-site day nursery (Kennet Day nursery) rated outstanding by Ofsted
Season Ticket Loan - a loan to help with the cost of your rail or bus journey, to and from work
Lease car salary sacrifice scheme allowing you to lease a brand new, greener car for three years. The monthly fee includes insurance, servicing and road tax
Closing Date: Sunday 1st February 2026
Interview Date: Week commencing 9th February 2026
Interview Process: To be confirmed
We seek the best talent from the widest pool of people as diversity and inclusion is the key to our success. Reading Borough Council is a Disability Confident Employer and is committed to the recruitment and continued employment of people with disabilities.
About the role
You will play a key role in coordinating and delivering highquality Education, Health and Care (EHC) assessments and plans for children and young people aged 0–25.
Your responsibilities will include:
Coordinating EHC needs assessments and managing a designated caseload, ensuring statutory timescales are met.
Drafting clear, outcomefocused and legally compliant EHC Plans.
Working collaboratively with families, educational settings, social care, health professionals and other partners.
Leading and chairing EHC production meetings using personcentred approaches.
Ensuring effective multiagency working, including facilitating meetings and obtaining professional reports.
Representing the SEN Team at panels, reviews and multi-agency meetings.
Identifying suitable school or college placements and contributing to hometoschool transport decisions.
Maintaining accurate electronic records and preparing reports for panels, tribunals and internal processes.
Supporting safeguarding responsibilities in line with statutory guidance.
About you
We’re looking for someone who is motivated, organised and committed to making a difference.
You will bring:
Experience within SEND across education, social care or health.
Strong understanding of SEN legislation including the Children and Families Act and the SEN Code of Practice.
Knowledge of a range of SEND needs and related multiagency roles.
Experience working directly with parents, families and professionals.
Confidence in leading meetings, handling challenging situations and managing negotiations.
You’ll be part of a team that relies on each individual to play their part to the best of their ability. As well as the colleagues that you work closely with every day, you’ll also be part of Team Reading, playing your personal part in making Reading a successful and vibrant place.
Our vision is to ensure that Reading realises its potential as a great place to live, work and play, and that everyone shares the benefits of this success. Our values and behaviours guide how we will achieve this:
Work Together as one team - work collaboratively, with each other and with our partners, and demonstrate the Team Reading values in everything we do
Drive Efficiency - show initiative, be adaptable to change and put forward ideas to help improve delivery and efficiency. Take responsibility for our own learning and development and for reaching our potential
Be Ambitious - be demanding of our own performance – striving to be even better – and be prepared to engage with and challenge leaders in a constructive and positive way
Make a Difference to Reading - maintain the highest levels of customer service and be flexible and willing to provide the services needed at the time they are needed
Our offer
We offer a supportive environment to grow and develop your career with the opportunity to put your ideas across. Innovation and ambition is strongly encouraged, and you’ll get a great feel for that working in our friendly and collaborative environment.
A competitive salary alongside a range of benefits including:
Generous holiday entitlement - 25 days holiday each year plus bank holidays - rising to 30 days after 5 years’ service and 33 days after 10 years' service, with the option to buy additional leave
A wide range of flexible working opportunities
Modern working environment at the Civic Offices in the heart of Reading
Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS)
Life Assurance - three times your annual salary (for members of the LGPS)
On-site day nursery (Kennet Day nursery) rated outstanding by Ofsted
Season Ticket Loan - a loan to help with the cost of your rail or bus journey, to and from work
Lease car salary sacrifice scheme allowing you to lease a brand new, greener car for three years. The monthly fee includes insurance, servicing and road tax
Closing Date: Sunday 1st February 2026
Interview Date: Week commencing 9th February 2026
Interview Process: To be confirmed
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