EHC Co-ordinator

Hillingdon Council; Uxbridge; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A local authority in England is seeking an EHC Coordinator to manage a SEND caseload, working collaboratively with families and professionals on Education, Health, and Care Plans. Candidates should have a relevant background in support within SEND, excellent communication, and a strong knowledge of SEND legislation. This role offers a chance to make a significant impact in support services and contribute to a forward-thinking team focused on improvement.

Benefits

Flexible Working Hours

36 Hour Week

Generous Holiday Entitlement

Discounts at council owned leisure centres

Salary Sacrifice Schemes

Cycle to Work scheme

Local Government Pension Scheme

Mental Health Support Services

Travel Support

Qualifications

• Experience supporting SEND in educational settings, such as teaching.
• Ability to manage assessments and reviews for children with SEND.
• Familiarity with Education, Health, and Care Plans (EHCPs).

Responsibilities

• Manage a caseload of children and young people with SEND.
• Co-produce EHCPs in collaboration with families and professionals.

Skills

Experience in a Local Authority SEND Team

Strong understanding of the Children and Families Act 2014

Excellent communication skills

Collaboration skills to engage with families

Education

Qualified practitioner in education

Job description

About the role

Hillingdon Council is committed to enhancing our SEND Services, building on best practices to deliver the highest level of support to children, young people, and their families.

We are also working closely with educational settings to ensure that special educational needs and disabilities (SEND) are well supported.

As part of our continuous improvement, we have refined the role of our EHC Coordinator to strengthen the statutory assessment process and improve co-production with professionals and families.

In this role, you will:

• Manage a caseload of children and young people with SEND, including managing assessment and reviews.
• Co-produce Education, Health, and Care Plans (EHCPs) in collaboration with families and professionals.

This is an exciting opportunity to make a real impact on SEND provision and work within a forward-thinking team that values innovation and collaboration.

About You

We are seeking dedicated, enthusiastic, and knowledgeable practitioners who are passionate about improving SEND support across our local area.

To be successful in this role, you should have:

• Experience in a Local Authority SEND Team or direct experience supporting SEND in an educational setting (e.g., Teacher, SENCo, or other qualified practitioner).
• A strong understanding of the Children and Families Act 2014 and the SEND Code of Practice.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills to effectively engage with families, professionals, and stakeholders.

Additional Information

• If you have applied for an EHC Coordinator position at Hillingdon within the last six months, you do not need to reapply.
• We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults. The successful candidate will be subject to an Enhanced DBS check and other employment clearances.
• Due to high application volumes, we may close this role early – we encourage you to apply as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.

About us

We value our employees and are committed to ensuring that they enjoy a fulfilling and rewarding career with us. We understand that a happy and motivated workforce is essential for the success of our organisation. That is why we offer a wide range of employee benefits to enhance your work‑life balance, financial wellbeing, health, and professional development.

Here’s a comprehensive overview of the fantastic benefits we provide:

• Flexible Working Hours – We recognise the importance of flexibility in managing your work and personal life.
• 36 Hour Week – Enjoy a standard 36-hour workweek for all full time staff.
• Generous Holiday Entitlement – increasing with length of service (for non‑casual roles).
• Hillingdon Sports & Leisure – Stay active and healthy with discounts at council owned leisure centres and swimming pools across the borough.
• Salary Sacrifice Schemes – option to join schemes for cycle purchase, electric vehicle leasing and additional voluntary pension contributions (subject to scheme rules).
• Cycle to Work – Eco‑friendly commuting with our cycle purchase scheme. We also provide bicycle parking, lockers, and showers at the Civic Centre.
• Local Government Pension Scheme – access to Local Government Pension Scheme and membership to the Credit Union.
• Vivup Benefits – Access a variety of offers and discounts through our Vivup Benefits.
• Mental Health Support and Counselling Services – Our mental health first aiders are trained to identify, understand, and help employees experiencing mental health issues. Access free 24‑hour confidential advice and counselling as well as a legal advice service for you and your immediate family.
• Travel Support – Make your daily commute easier with our season ticket loans and free car parking.

Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Statement

At the London Borough of Hillingdon, we are committed to creating a diverse, inclusive, and equitable workplace. This commitment means that all employees, job applicants and others who work for us will be treated fairly.

The aim is for our workforce to be representative of all sections of society and Hillingdon residents so we welcome applicants from a wide variety of backgrounds. We strive to ensure that our recruitment process is free from discrimination and bias, and we are dedicated to providing reasonable adjustments to applicants with disabilities.

Join us in building a workplace where everyone feels respected, able to give their best and be themselves at work, whilst contributing meaningfully to our organisation’s success.

Recruitment Information

Hillingdon Council operates a guaranteed interview scheme for candidates with disabilities that meet the essential criteria for the role and wish to be considered under this scheme. We believe in the option to choose, so candidates declaring a disability have the choice to opt in for consideration under this scheme, on a ‘per application’ basis.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable groups and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

Some posts are subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) Order 1975 (England and Wales) Order 2019 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.

In addition to verifying Right to Work in the UK and a new starter health questionnaire, the post is subject to the following pre‑employment screening:

• Enhanced DBS Check
• 5 years of Referencing

Priority will be given to those at risk of redundancy within Hillingdon Council. Current employees who are part of the redeployment pool must meet the essential criteria for shortlisting to be prioritised.

It may be necessary due to a high volume of applications to close this role early. We therefore recommend you apply as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.

We look forward to receiving your application!