Mid-Level Benefit Rights Officer - Hybrid Kent

The SEND Consultancy Group Ltd

Mid-level Not specified Remote

Posted 4 weeks ago

Job summary

Join The SEND Consultancy Group as a Benefit and Welfare Rights Officer, tackling welfare complexities for children and families with SEND! Lead client advocacy and benefits support using your expertise in complex welfare rights for a lasting impact. This growing consultancy offers flexible hours, creative autonomy, and a supportive team environment. Apply now to make a real difference in SEND advocacy!

Role details
Role
Part-time
Industry
Non-profit And Social Services
Employment
Parttime
Experience
2 Years +
Responsibilities
  • Conduct thorough benefit checks to identify entitlements
  • Guide families through application processes
  • Prepare and submit mandatory reconsiderations and appeals
  • Represent clients at DWP Tribunals
  • Advocate with various authorities
  • Maintain accurate case records
  • Signpost clients to specialist services
  • Deliver benefits awareness sessions
  • Contribute to service development
Requirements
  • Minimum 2 years’ experience in welfare rights advice
  • Excellent understanding of benefits legislation and case law
  • Strong interpersonal skills
  • Confident and professional written and verbal communicator
  • Self-motivated, organised and deadline-oriented
  • Ability to maintain calm and empathy in sensitive situations
  • Ability to identify own learning and development needs
  • Familiarity with the SEND landscape
  • DBS check required
  • Right to work in the UK required
Benefits
  • Employee discount
  • Free parking
  • On-site parking
  • Work from home
  • Flexible working hours
  • Creative autonomy
  • Opportunities to shape SEND advocacy
Key skills
Benefits Awareness Advocacy Welfare Rights Advice Disability Living Allowance Personal Independence Payment Employment And Support Allowance Universal Credit Case Law Written Communication Verbal Communication Organised Interpersonal Skills
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