SEND Assessment and Review Support Officer
Job Summary
Working Pattern:
Full time
Advert Start Date:
30/09/2026
Advert End Date:
23/10/2026 12:00
Job Category:
Social Care - Children Service
Employment Location:
SEND Assessment and Review Service, Town Hall, South Shields
Further Information
SEND Assessment and Review Support Officer
(SEND Assessment and Review Service, Town Hall, South Shields)
£26,847 pa
South Tyneside Council is looking for passionate and highly motivated individuals who are committed to improving outcomes for children and young people with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities.
Our SEND Assessment & Review Service plays a critical role in ensuring that children and young people with SEND receive appropriate support and services to meet their unique learning needs so that they can learn grow and achieve.
As a SEND Assessment & Review Support Officer you will support the administration of the statutory Education Health and Care Plan needs assessment and annual review processes through liaison with children and young people/parents and key education, health and care professionals, in order to meet statutory duties and timescales.
You should have experience and knowledge of the SEND Code of Practice and effective use of specialist ICT packages.
If you would like to discuss this role further, please contact Elaine Boyes, Elaine.Boyes@southtyneside.gov.uk
We offer an excellent benefits package and further information is available here - www.southtyneside.gov.uk/workinghere
South Tyneside Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment, and an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) disclosure will be sought along with other relevant pre-employment checks.
We do not currently offer skilled worker visa sponsorship.
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Closing date: Noon, Friday 23 October 2026
Interviews will take place on Wednesday 4 November 2026