EHCP Co Ordinators x5 - Project

Pertemps; England; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A local authority client is seeking an experienced EHCP Co-ordinator to manage a caseload of children with SEND. This role involves statutory compliance, liaising with stakeholders, and coordinating support. The position offers remote options and is paying up to £350 per day. Ideal candidates will have a thorough understanding of SEND legislation and excellent communication skills. This is a 6-12 month project.

Qualifications

• Thorough understanding of the SEND Code of Practice and relevant legislation.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to manage complex cases and competing priorities.

Responsibilities

• Oversee a caseload of children with SEND and manage their EHCP journey.
• Ensure all statutory requirements and deadlines are met.
• Work closely with parents and professionals for coordinated support.
• Chair meetings and lead annual reviews.
• Coordinate support provision for students with SEND.
• Maintain comprehensive records and manage sensitive information.

Skills

Understanding of SEND Legislation

Excellent communication skills

Organisational skills

Collaborative approach

IT proficiency

Emotional intelligence

Job description

Overview

We are currently recruiting for an experienced EHCP Co-ordinators to join a project team with our client, a local authority, based in the South East. This project team has been created to work through a backlog of EHCP cases (approx 1500). The team will consist of 5 EHCP Co Ordinators, 5 Educational Psychologists and Team Manager. Role is paying up to £350 per day, remote options available but ideally looking for someone who can be in the office 1-2 days per week. 6-12 month project.

Responsibilities

• Manage EHCP Caseload: Oversee a caseload of children and young people with SEND, managing their EHCP journey from initial assessment through statutory processes to finalisation.
• Statutory Compliance: Ensure all statutory requirements and deadlines are met within the EHCP process.
• Liaison and Coordination: Work closely with parents, schools, health and social care professionals, and other partner agencies to ensure coordinated support.
• Meeting Facilitation: Chair meetings and lead annual reviews to track progress and coordinate support.
• Provision Management: Coordinate and monitor the provision of support for students with SEND.
• Case Management: Maintain comprehensive records and manage sensitive information.
• Placement Support: Support families and schools through the school placement process and phase transfers.

Required Skills & Knowledge

• SEND Legislation: A thorough understanding of the SEND Code of Practice and relevant legislation.
• Communication: Excellent verbal and written communication skills for effective interaction with a range of stakeholders.
• Case Management: Strong organisational and case management skills to handle complex cases and competing priorities.
• Collaboration: A collaborative approach to working with colleagues and external partners to achieve positive outcomes for children and young people.
• IT Skills: Proficiency in using IT systems to maintain accurate records.
• Emotional Intelligence: The ability to handle sensitive information and support families through challenging processes.