SEND careers – Candidates

SEND careers - candidates

Are you driven to improve the lives of children, young people and their families? Our candidates find SEND careers rewarding and satisfying.

As SEND professionals develop their own skills and experience, they are able to make a positive impact on the lives of children and young people with special needs.

These roles offer a variety of opportunities, continuous learning, and the chance to build meaningful relationships.

SEND professionals advocate for children’s rights, contribute to inclusive education, and experience personal and professional growth through their work. The diverse challenges and collaborative working relationships are a great source of job satisfaction and fulfilment.

My consultant helped me secure the position I’d been looking for. He is very professional, stays in regular contact, and is always pleasant and dedicated to his work. Pertemps gets a five-star rating from me!

PPR consultants work on the latest opportunities for Education, Health & Care Plan (EHCP) writers, SEND case officers, Educational Psychologists, SENCOs and more within local authorities, multi-academy trusts and other educational settings.

PPR SEND case studies

SENCO - primary academy

This academy is in the south-east of England and has approximately 400 children on its roll. A high proportion of its pupils have SEND requirements, and almost 30 of them have EHCPs.

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Educational psychologist

Educational psychologists focus on children’s learning and development They use their expertise in psychological and educational assessment to assist those facing challenges in learning, behaviour, or social adjustment.

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EHCP writer

EHCP writers are tasked with developing EHCPs that fully comply with the Children and Families Act. They must accurately interpret and adhere to the principles and statutory processes outlined in the SEN Code of Practice.

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SEND case officer

SEND Case Officers play a crucial role, serving as the primary contact for queries about EHCPs and collaborating with other SEND professionals to ensure appropriate support.

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What our candidates say

My experience with Pertemps has been nothing short of extraordinary. Thanks to my consultant, I have taken an important step in my career, and his unwavering support has been invaluable during this pivotal time.

SEND Teaching Assistant

More candidate testimonials

My experience with Pertemps has been nothing short of extraordinary. Thanks to my consultant, I have taken an important step in my career, and his unwavering support has been invaluable during this pivotal time.

I have been working for Pertemps for a couple of months now and I can honestly say it’s been nothing but smooth sailing.

My consultant is amazing. She listened to my requirements and delivered exactly what I wanted.

I’d like to thank my consultant once again for finding me a job. He promised results and delivered.

The service is excellent, and my consultant is always available whenever I need assistance. He keeps me updated on pending roles and is always polite and professional.

Bayan is an exceptional consultant. When I came to him after a seven-year career break, he quickly secured me a permanent social work position.

I want to extend my heartfelt compliments to the Pertemps Social Care team for the exemplary service they provided.

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If you’d like to hear more about how we can help you find your next SEND role, get in touch with our dedicated consultants now.