Location
London Borough of Tower Hamlets

Hours
Full Time (hours not specified)

Salary
£45,852 - £49,155 per annum

About the Role
The SEN team is responsible for carrying out Education Health & Care (EHC) needs assessments, issuing and maintaining EHC plans, and coordinating the educational placement of children and young people with SEND. We are seeking highly motivated, reflective individuals to work within our SEN Statutory team. As an EHCP Caseworker, you will coordinate the statutory EHC needs assessment process from start to finish. You will work closely with parents, carers, schools, and professionals from health and social care to ensure that the voices of children and young people are heard and reflected in their plans. You will draft and amend Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCPs) so they are clear, outcome-focused and legally compliant, oversee annual reviews to keep plans relevant, and track the delivery of provision to ensure statutory timescales are met. Alongside this, you will maintain accurate case records and build strong working relationships with families, professionals, and settings to secure the best possible outcomes.

Benefits
Competitive salary within the range of £45,852 - £49,155.
Local Government Pension Scheme membership.
Generous annual leave: 29 days, rising to 33 days after 5+ years’ service, plus bank holidays and 3 additional days at Christmas.
Flexible and agile working to support work–life balance.
Staff money-saving schemes such as rent deposit loans and season ticket loans.
Learning and development opportunities through our Learning Academy, with clear career development and leadership pathways.

Tower Hamlets is a unique borough at the heart of London, blending history and innovation. From the docks and markets that shaped the East End to the global business hub of Canary Wharf, it is one of the most dynamic, diverse, and ambitious communities in the UK. As one of the fastest growing and youngest boroughs, it offers unrivalled opportunities to make a real difference to people’s lives. Our award-winning new Town Hall in Whitechapel provides a modern, flexible workplace, located opposite Whitechapel Tube and Elizabeth line station, designed to foster collaboration, innovation, and community.

We are committed to equality, diversity, and inclusion, with active Employee Network Groups and a positive culture guided by our TOWER values – Together, Open, Willing, Excellent, and Respect. At Tower Hamlets Council, you will find exciting challenges, supportive colleagues, and the chance to shape one of London’s most important and vibrant places.

Experience
Experience working within SEND statutory processes or similar roles is highly desirable. Knowledge of the SEND Code of Practice is essential. Experience of coordinating multi-agency work and managing competing priorities is important.

About you
You will have excellent communication skills with the ability to explain complex processes clearly and accessibly. Empathy, patience, and a genuine commitment to improving the lives of children and young people are essential. Strong organisational skills and attention to detail are required, along with confidence in working with multiple agencies and stakeholders.

Qualifications
Knowledge of the SEND Code of Practice is essential. Experience or ability to use Synergy is desirable. Relevant qualifications or experience in education, health, social care, or related fields will be advantageous.