Statutory framework, resourcing and capacity and professional development and training
Statutory framework
Section 4 of the SEND Code of Practice 2015, sets out the requirements for Local Authorities to publish in one place, information about provision they expect to be available across education, health and social care for children and young people with SEND, both with and without an EHCP. This must include provision in the Local Authority's area and provision outside the area which it expects children and young people with SEND are likely to use.
Resourcing and capacity
The SEND Local Offer Team sits within the Children's and Public Health Directorate at Southend-on-Sea City Council. There are 2 full time officers in the team:
- Local Offer and Co-Production Officer
- Local Offer Communications and Marketing Officer
Professional development and training
The team undertake mandatory e-learning training as required by Southend-on-Sea City Council.