Rutland County Council
SEND Case Officer
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Working hours: 37
Interview Dates: 15th, 23rd and 26th October 2026
Join Us and Shape the Future of SEND in Rutland
Rutland County Council is seeking enthusiastic, talented, and committed professionals to join our growing SEND and Inclusion team as we deliver an ambitious programme of local and national SEND reforms.
This is a unique opportunity to help shape a more inclusive education system that puts children, young people, and families at the heart of everything we do. Our SEND Reform Programme is focused on strengthening inclusion in mainstream education, improving partnership working across education, health, and care, embedding co-production with families, and ensuring children and young people receive the right support at the right time.
A rewarding role supporting children and young people through statutory SEND processes, you will coordinate Education, Health, and Care Needs Assessments, manage EHCP processes, work closely with families and partners, and help ensure children receive the support they need to thrive.
About The Role
This role is responsible for managing and coordinating the Education, Health, and Care (EHC) assessment and review process, ensuring children and young people with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) receive high-quality, person-centred support in line with statutory requirements and SEND reforms. The postholder will work closely with children, families, schools, and professionals to undertake needs-led assessments, develop and review Education, Health, and Care Plans (EHCPs), and ensure outcomes reflect the aspirations and needs of each child or young person. They will maintain accurate case records, monitor provision and outcomes, support mediation and tribunal processes, commission services that provide value for money, and ensure statutory timescales are met. The role also contributes to service improvement, quality assurance, partnership working, and the development of integrated services that promote positive outcomes for children and young people across Rutland.
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The successful candidate will be required to undertake an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Costs for the DBS are covered by Rutland County Council.
Please note that you will need a full driving licence to enable you to travel across the county.
About You
We want to hear from people who:
- Are passionate about improving the lives of children and young people with SEND.
- Share our commitment to inclusion, co-production, and person-centred practice.
- Enjoy working collaboratively with families, schools, and partner organisations.
- Are solution-focused, adaptable, and passionate about outcomes for children.
- Have experience within SEND, education, children's services, health, local government, or related sectors.
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Informal Enquiries
For an informal conversation about the role, please contact Lauren Wakefield, Team Manager at lwakefield@rutland.gov.uk
We review applications frequently; however, in periods of high demand, the role may close earlier than advertised, so we encourage you to apply as soon as possible.
Our Benefits
- Competitive salary
- Generous annual leave entitlement
- Local Government Pension Scheme
- A strong focus on health, wellbeing, and work-life balance
For further information on the benefits of working for Rutland, please see our careers page:
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Our Values
Our values – Passionate, Ambitious, Work Together, and Make a Difference – guide everything we do. We’re looking for people who share these values and want to contribute to strong, supportive teams that deliver positive outcomes for our communities.
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