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Showing 2 Disrepair Case Officer jobs in Clapham Job Description 3 months contract with a local authority Job Purpose The Disrepair Case Officer is responsible for managing and resolving housing disrepair cases to minimise risk, cost and legal exposure to the Council.The role focuses on preventing disrepair claims progressing to litigation, effectively managing ongoing cases, and ensuring that all repair works and legal processes are handled efficiently, compliantly and within required timeframes.Key Duties/Accountabilities Manage disrepair cases from initial complaint through to resolution, aiming to prevent escalation to legal action.Ensure all cases are handled promptly, effectively and in accordance with Council procedures.Monitor case progress, including timelines and associated costs, and maintain accurate records.Provide recommendations on settlement options based on risk, costs and case details.Essential Experience Required Experience managing or supporting disrepair, housing repairs or casework within a local authority or housing environment.Experience dealing with complex correspondence and drafting reports.Experience working with contractors or surveyors to deliver services.Essential Qualifications Required Degree‑level qualification or equivalent relevant experience.Good understanding of social housing, housing legislation and disrepair processes.Knowledge of local authority practices and procedures.Additional information to note Working hours: 35 hours per week6 Brixton Hill, London, Lambeth, SW2 1RW, United KingdomWork pattern - Monday, Thursday and Friday's working from home and Tuesday and Wednesday's in the office. We work on bi-weekly schedule.The role closes on 30th April 2026, apply ASAP. Is this job a match or a miss? Job Description Client Local Authority in Newham Job Title Interim - EHCP Case Officer Pay Rate 300 DAILY UMBRELLA Hours 36 Hours a week(Mon-Fri)9AM-5PM Duration Initial 3 month contract Location Hybrid working- Office based 2-3 days a week from Dockside, Newham Description Main Duties: - To act as a named Case Officer for children and youth's 0-25 with complex additional needs supporting them through the statutory EHC assessment process, securing placements, providing support during key transition stages and completing annual reviews in line with the SEND Code of Practice and Children and Families Act 2014. - The SEND Case Officer will support schools and settings with complex assessments, annual reviews and reassessments for children and youth's with SEND, issuing and maintaining good quality EHCPs that enable the delivery of positive outcomes for children. - This post holder will support the delivery of the multi-agency Quality Assurance Framework for EHCPs, advice and reviews ensuring that local practice is of a high standard. Key Responsibilities: - Support the Council's vision to enable every resident under 25 to be safe, happy and cared for, with positive activities to secure their long-term wellbeing. - Discharge SEND Case Officer Responsibilities, on behalf of the Council, by co-ordinating, advising and negotiating support for children, youth's. Maintain and initiating effective and timely communication with families, practitioners and partners throughout your involvement. - Co-produce plans with children, youth's and their families to ensure they are person centred and the needs and ambitions of the child are fully reflected in their plans. - Commission and analyse professional advice from a wide range of sources in order to write and deliver tailored plans and support. Embed person centred and timely transition planning, promote the voice of the child and maximise opportunities for partnership work with parents and carers. - Write, prepare and present information at the multi-agency SEND panel to support transparent, timely and consistent decision making. - Create high quality, outcomes focused, and personalised Education, Health and Care plans, within statutory timescales. Prioritise the participation children, youth's, parents and carers from the outset, being clear about parameters, treating all parties with dignity and respect. - Ensure that information and communications with children and families are provided in an accessible format considering any language, communication needs and/or cultural barriers. - Facilitate the placement of children and youth's in settings appropriate to their special educational needs, as set out in their Education, Health and Care Plan and develop personal budgets. Experience: Knowledge of the Education Act 1996 and Children and Families Act 2014 and SEND Code of Practice, specialist work practices / professional guidelines / legislation and emerging developments within the service area. Recent experience of managing full and varied caseload, including children and youth's people with complex and additional needs Experience and competency in undertaking assessments/contributing to assessments of children and adults resulting in the planning, delivery and management of focussed interventions and plans within statutory timelines. Adecco acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. The Adecco Group UK & Ireland is an Equal Opportunities Employer. By applying for this role your details will be submitted to Adecco. Our Candidate Privacy Information Statement explaining how we will use your information is available on our website. Is this job a match or a miss? 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