EHCP Plan Writer

Dorset Council; Sturminster Newton; Remote; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A local authority is seeking EHCP Writers to create compliant Educational, Health, and Care Plans (EHCPs). This role can be performed remotely, offering a flexible approach to working hours. Candidates should have a strong understanding of SEND legislation, excellent communication skills, and at least 2 years of experience writing EHCPs for a local authority. The position requires self-management, attention to detail, and the ability to meet tight deadlines.

Qualifications

• Strong understanding of SEND legislation and EHCP processes.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Minimum of 2 years experience writing EHCPs for a local authority.

Responsibilities

• Draft Education, Health, and Care Plans (EHCPs).
• Amend Plans as necessary.
• Collaborate with families, educators, and healthcare professionals.
• Ensure compliance with legal and regulatory requirements.
• Maintain accurate and detailed records.

Skills

Understanding of SEND legislation and EHCP processes

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Attention to detail

Organisational skills

Timekeeping

Personal organisation

Education

A-level English Literature or similar qualification

Job description

Educational, Health and Care Plan (EHCP) writers are responsible for creating EHCPs that are compliant with the Children and Families Act 2014. They must interpret and adhere to the principles and statutory processes outlined in the SEN Code of Practice.

Writing an EHCP can be complex and involved, but it's engaging and mentally stimulating work that has a positive impact on children's lives.

Each EHCP will outline:

• A child or young person's special educational, health, and social needs
• How those needs should be addressed
• The outcomes the child or young person will aim to achieve

The local authority's SEND service reviews the EHCP at least once a year to ensure that the support provided is effective.

While experience in fields such as education, SEND, or social care can be very beneficial, there are no strict minimum requirements to become an EHCP writer. Many plan writers train specifically for this specialised and functional writing task without a related background.

The role:

Many EHCP writers work remotely, as part of a large team. The role lends itself to a flexible approach to working hours. Flexible.

It's important that they have a thorough understanding of the SEND Code of Practice and the statutory requirements for EHCPs.

EHCP writers gather and summarise information. It's important that they write clearly and succinctly, maintaining a high standard and attention to detail. A-level English literature or a similar qualification is usually required as a minimum.

There can often be tight deadlines to adhere to, so the role requires excellent timekeeping and personal organisation skills. Writers are required to manage their own time.

Responsibilities

• Draft Education, Health, and Care Plans (EHCPs)
• Amend Plans
• Collaborate with families, educators, and healthcare professionals
• Ensure compliance with legal and regulatory requirements
• Maintain accurate and detailed records

Qualifications

• Strong understanding of SEND legislation and EHCP processes
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Attention to detail and organisational skills
• At least 2 years experience writing EHCPs for an LA
• The ability to draft at least 2 EHCPs per day
• Experience in education, is a plus, and in which case only 1 year experience of writing EHCPs for an LA is required

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