SEND Case Work Assistant x 3

Knowsley Council is an award-winning Local Authority, named Local Authority of the Year in the Municipal Journal Awards 2024.

We are an Accredited employer under the Liverpool City Region Fair Employment Charter, demonstrating that we are committed to the principle of fair employment and we are dedicated to providing a healthy, fair, inclusive and just workplace.

Come join us and be part of our success.

Help Shape Better Outcomes for Children and Young People with SEND

Do you have a passion for helping children and young people achieve their potential? Are you organised, compassionate and committed to making a real difference to families across Knowsley?

We're looking for a SEND Case Work Assistant to join our dedicated SEND Team and play a vital role in supporting children and young people with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND). In this rewarding role, you'll help coordinate statutory assessment processes, support the development and review of Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCPs), and work closely with families, schools and partner agencies to ensure children receive the support they need to thrive.

As the first point of contact for many families and professionals, you'll need excellent communication and organisational skills, an eye for detail, and a commitment to delivering high-quality customer service. You'll be part of a supportive team that works collaboratively to improve outcomes for children and young people across Knowsley.

Why Join Us?

At Knowsley, we're ambitious for our children and young people. We believe every child deserves the opportunity to succeed and we're looking for people who share that commitment.

This role offers a fantastic opportunity to develop your knowledge of SEND legislation and statutory processes while gaining valuable experience within a highly regarded service. For those looking to progress their career, the role provides an excellent foundation and pathway towards becoming a SEND Caseworker.

If you're looking for a meaningful career where your work has a genuine impact, we'd love to hear from you.

At Knowsley Council we will consider requests for flexible working.  For most roles, the following types of flexibility are usually possible: flexible hours, working from home, compressed hours, part-time. There is a requirement for you to attend your work base at least 2 day’s per week.

We welcome applications from residents and beyond, regardless of background, belief, or identity, recognising the value that diversity brings to our organisation. We particularly welcome applications from individuals from Black and Minority Ethnic backgrounds and candidates with disabilities as we acknowledge their underrepresentation in our workforce.

Please note sponsorship is not available for this role.

See the benefits of working for Knowsley MBC https://www.knowsley.gov.uk/yes.

We reserve the right to close this vacancy earlier than the specified date should we receive sufficient applicants.

At Knowsley we value our applicants and want them to feel well-informed and welcomed. If you have any questions about this specific job role or what it is like to work at Knowsley, please contact: 

Tamlyn Edwards [SEND Engagement Officer - tamlyn.edwards@knowsley.gov.uk]

Helen Muirhead [SEND Caseworker - Helen.Muirhead@knowsley.gov.uk]

Interview date - 8th December 2026

Please upload your CV along with a supporting statement as one document in PDF or Word format. Your CV and supporting statement should be tailored to reflect the competencies within the person specification.

Please note if a CV and supporting statement does not reflect the person specification it is unlikely to be shortlisted.