Education, Health and Care Plan Coordinator

North Lincolnshire Council; Scunthorpe; On-site; GBP 31,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading council in North Lincolnshire is seeking an Education, Health and Care Plan Coordinator to manage EHCPs for children and young people with special educational needs and disabilities. The role involves overseeing assessments, coordinating contributions from various agencies, and ensuring compliance with statutory standards. Ideal candidates will have strong knowledge of SEND legislation, excellent communication skills, and a commitment to inclusive education.

Benefits

Supportive working environment

Opportunities for professional development

Flexible working arrangements

Chance to make a lasting difference

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of SEND legislation, including the Children and Families Act 2014.
• Experience with EOTAS cases.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage the EHCP process from assessment to review for a designated caseload.
• Ensure timely, legally compliant, and high-quality EHCPs.
• Liaise effectively with education, health, and social care professionals.

Skills

Knowledge of SEND legislation

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Child-centred approach

Ability to manage workload

Job description

Education, Health and Care Plan Coordinator

Salary: Grade 7 £31,586 to £36,124 per year

Location: Scunthorpe, Church Square House

Hours: 37 hours per week

This is a Permanent, Full Time vacancy that will close in 11 days at 23:59 BST.

The Vacancy

Are you passionate about improving outcomes for children and young people with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND)? We are seeking a skilled and dedicated EHCP Coordinator to join our SEND team and help deliver high-quality Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCPs).

About the Role: As an EHCP Coordinator, you will manage a caseload of EHCPs for children and young people aged 0–25. This includes overseeing the statutory assessment process, coordinating multi-agency contributions, drafting and reviewing plans, and ensuring compliance with statutory timescales and quality standards. You will work closely with families, schools, and professionals to develop personalised, outcome-focused plans that support each child’s progress and well-being.

Main Responsibilities:

1. Manage the EHCP process from assessment to review for a designated caseload.
2. Ensure timely, legally compliant, and high-quality EHCPs.
3. Liaise effectively with education, health, and social care professionals.
4. Act as a point of contact for families, providing clear advice and support.
5. Monitor provision and contribute to strategic SEND planning.

About You:

We are looking for someone with:

• Strong knowledge of SEND legislation, including the Children and Families Act 2014 and the SEND Code of Practice.
• Experience with EOTAS cases.
• Excellent communication and organisational skills.
• A child-centred approach and commitment to inclusive education.
• The ability to manage a varied workload and meet deadlines.

What We Offer:

• A supportive, collaborative working environment.
• Opportunities for professional development.
• Flexible working arrangements.
• The chance to make a lasting difference in children’s lives.

If you’re ready to take on this rewarding role, we’d love to hear from you.

Contact Max Foster via email at [e-mail] or call [phone] for an informal discussion.

Please see the attached job description and employee specification to demonstrate you meet the essential criteria for the role.

As an employer, we promote and safeguard the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults. We expect the same commitment from our employees and volunteers. Recruitment will follow our safer recruitment procedures, including references prior to interview and a DBS check.

The Council

We are organized around the people and place of North Lincolnshire. Our goal is to ensure communities are safe, prosperous, and connected. We aim to be the #BestPlace for residents by being the #BestCouncil we can be, living our values of equality, excellence, integrity, and self-responsibility in all we do.