SEND EHC Team Lead – School-Age Statutory Services

Hertfordshire County Council; Apsley; On-site; AUD 86,000 - 114,000; Full time

Job summary

Hertfordshire County Council is seeking a SEND EHC Team Lead for a 12-month maternity cover in the School Age Statutory SEND Service. You will lead a small team of EHC Coordinators and Review Officers, ensuring timely, high-quality EHC plan reviews and statutory processes.

The role combines leadership, operational oversight and partnership work with schools, families, and partner agencies to improve outcomes for children and young people with SEND.

Qualifications

• Significant SEND experience with strong understanding of EHC Plans and statutory framework.
• Ability to lead, manage priorities and build relationships with multiple stakeholders.
• Experience with supervision, coaching or mentoring.
• Strong organizational and decision-making skills.

Responsibilities

• Leading and supporting a team of EHC Coordinators and Review Officers.
• Overseeing the quality and timeliness of EHC plan reviews and statutory processes.
• Managing SEND casework within a defined locality area.
• Building strong relationships with schools, families and partner agencies.
• Supporting staff development through supervision, coaching and performance management.
• Contributing to service improvement, quality assurance and policy development.
• Maintaining accurate records and performance information.
• Representing the local authority at SEND Tribunals where required.
• Collaborating with colleagues across the wider SEND management team to drive consistent practice and continuous improvement.

Skills

SEND leadership

Team supervision

Stakeholder engagement

Policy understanding

Record keeping

Job description

Hertfordshire County Council is seeking a SEND EHC Team Lead for a 12-month maternity cover in the School Age Statutory SEND Service. You will lead a small team of EHC Coordinators and Review Officers, ensuring timely, high-quality EHC plan reviews and statutory processes.

The role combines leadership, operational oversight and partnership work with schools, families, and partner agencies to improve outcomes for children and young people with SEND.