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Wakefield Council is looking for a SEN Business Support Co‑ordinator to play a key role within the Special Educational Needs Assessment and Review Team (SENART). This is a pivotal post at the heart of our service, ensuring that information, systems and financial processes support timely, lawful and high‑quality Education, Health and Care (EHC) processes.

 As SEN Business Support Co‑ordinator, you will:

• Coordinate the work of SENART’s central team, ensuring effective data management, workflow and reporting
• Oversee and develop systems that support statutory SEN processes, including EHC assessments, annual reviews and post‑16 commissioning
• Act as the lead for SENART data, performance reporting and statutory returns
• Manage and monitor financial information linked to EHC plans, placements and top‑up funding, working closely with Finance, Commissioning and ICT
• Supervise and support Project Support Officers, providing day‑to‑day guidance, supervision and appraisal
• Lead on projects that improve service delivery, compliance and efficiency

This role requires a strong eye for detail, confidence in interpreting legislation and guidance, and the ability to work calmly and effectively in a fast‑paced, high‑impact environment.

Company: Wakefield Council

Salary: £17,706.00 - £19,110.00, Grade 8, 18.5 hours, Permanent

Location: Wakefield, West Yorkshire

Sector: Corporate Services

Sector: Administration

Sector: Communications

Job Role: Co-ordinator