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Experienced EHCP Co-ordinator – 3 Month Contract
Location: 2 Alice Square, Birkenhead, Merseyside, CH41 2YA
Rate: £34.82 per hour (Umbrella)
Contract: 3 Month Contract
Hours: Full Time
DBS: Enhanced DBS Required
Pay: Bi-weekly
Summary
We are looking for a seasoned EHCP Co-ordinator to join our dynamic SEND team on a temporary basis. The role involves managing the delivery of comprehensive Education, Health, and Care (EHC) assessments and plans for children and young people aged 0-25. As the primary liaison for families, you will ensure that the EHC assessment process adheres to statutory deadlines while maintaining a child-focused approach. A thorough understanding of SEND legislation and effective collaboration with education, health, and social care services is essential for success in this position.
Responsibilities
- Serve as the main contact for families during the EHC assessment process.
- Oversee the coordination of EHC assessments from initial referral to finalization.
- Draft high-quality Education, Health, and Care Plans.
- Ensure compliance with statutory timelines for assessments and reviews.
- Collect and coordinate input from education, health, social care, and other relevant professionals.
- Conduct meaningful reviews of existing EHCPs.
- Participate in mediation sessions and assist with Tribunal preparations as needed.
- Support management with SENDIST Tribunal cases.
- Engage children, young people, and families actively in the assessment process.
- Maintain precise records and case files using electronic management systems.
- Mentor and support less experienced EHCP Co-ordinators.
- Contribute to service enhancements and the development of SEND policies.
Essential
Requirements
Requirements:
- Degree-level education.
- Extensive experience in coordinating EHCP assessments and reviews.
- In-depth knowledge of:
- Children and Families Act 2014 (Part 3)
- SEND Code of Practice
- SENDIST Tribunal Procedures
- Children and Families Act 2014 (Part 3)
- Experience working with children and young people with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities.
- Proven ability to lead multi-agency meetings.
- Skilled in preparing person-centred plans and reports.
- Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
- Strong organizational, time management, and case management abilities.
- Experience collaborating with education, health, and social care professionals.
- Proficient in IT and record management.
Desirable
- Teaching Qualification and/or SENCO Qualification.
- Experience with Local Authority SEND operations.
- Comprehensive understanding of parental and young people's rights under SEND legislation.
- Experience working across a wide range of education, health, and social care services.
What's on Offer?
- £34.82 per hour (Umbrella)
- 3 Month Contract
- Location: Birkenhead
- Enhanced DBS Required
- Bi-weekly Pay
- Opportunity to work within a supportive SEND team.
- A rewarding role that enhances outcomes for children and young people with SEND.
- Possibility of contract extension.
Ideal for candidates with experience as an EHCP Co-ordinator, SEN Case Officer, SEND Officer, EHCP Assessment Officer, Education Health and Care Plan Co-ordinator, SEN Tribunal Officer, or SEND Casework Officer.
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