EHC Caseworker: Shape Life-Changing Plans (Hybrid)

North Northamptonshire Council; Kettering; Hybrid; GBP 32,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee Assistance

Benefits Scheme

Wellbeing support

Hybrid working

Flexible hours

Job summary

North Northamptonshire Council is seeking an EHC Caseworker to support children and young people with SEND through statutory assessment and planning. You will guide families, schools and professionals to deliver timely, person‑centred Education, Health and Care Plans that reflect individual needs and aspirations.

You will manage a caseload, develop high‑quality plans, and coordinate funding where needed, while maintaining records and working in partnership with education, health and social care

Qualifications

• Good education to A level or equivalent.
• Experience of statutory process and managing statutory systems.
• Experience of problem solving, resolving conflict and mediation.
• Experience of leading meetings and working with multi‑agency professionals.

Responsibilities

• Manage a caseload of children and young people with SEND, ensuring statutory processes are completed within timescales.
• Develop and amend Education, Health and Care Plans that are person‑centred and compliant with statutory requirements.
• Collaborate with families, schools and professionals to reflect needs and outcomes in plans.
• Provide guidance and support to service users throughout the EHC assessment and planning process.
• Coordinate and monitor services identified in EHC Plans, including requesting funding when needed.
• Maintain accurate case records and management information in line with policies and audit requirements.
• Support colleagues by sharing expertise and contributing to service delivery.

Skills

Customer service

English proficiency

IT skills

Organisational skills

Problem solving

Communication

Education

A level or equivalent

Job description

North Northamptonshire Council is seeking an EHC Caseworker to support children and young people with SEND through statutory assessment and planning. You will guide families, schools and professionals to deliver timely, person‑centred Education, Health and Care Plans that reflect individual needs and aspirations.

You will manage a caseload, develop high‑quality plans, and coordinate funding where needed, while maintaining records and working in partnership with education, health and social care