EHCP Practitioner

The Methodist Church in Britain; East Midlands; Hybrid; GBP 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working

Professional development

Generous leave

Job summary

Nottinghamshire County Council through its Education, Health and Care (EHC) Assessment Service seeks a 12-month fixed-term professional to manage statutory EHC plan processes for children and young people. You will draft, review and amend plans, coordinating annual reviews and advising families based on thorough assessments.

Hybrid working over 37 hours per week, based at Meadow House, with close collaboration with schools and multi-agency professionals.

Qualifications

• A relevant qualification in social work, education or a related field.
• Experience of managing statutory assessment processes.
• Strong understanding of the Children and Families Act 2014.
• Ability to draft and develop comprehensive EHC plans.
• Clear, accessible communication and empathy with families.

Responsibilities

• Manage the statutory assessment process for EHC plans.
• Collaborate with families and professionals to tailor support.
• Draft, review and amend EHC plans based on comprehensive assessments.
• Coordinate annual reviews and monitor progress for children and young people.
• Advise families on EHC plans and maintain records in line with policies.

Skills

Statutory assessment management

Knowledge of Children and Families Act

Drafting EHC plans

Family consultation

Multi-agency collaboration

Education

Relevant qualification in social work or education

Job description

This 12-month fixed-term post sits within the Education, Health and Care (EHC) Assessment Service at Nottinghamshire County Council, supporting children and young people with SEND. The work centres on managing statutory EHC plan processes, drafting and amending plans, coordinating annual reviews and advising families. Hybrid working over 37 hours a week, based at Meadow House, involves close collaboration with schools and multi-agency professionals. Fit depends on a relevant qualification and a working knowledge of the Children and Families Act 2014.

What the job involves

• Manage the statutory assessment process for EHC plans
• Collaborate with families and professionals to tailor support
• Draft, review and amend EHC plans based on comprehensive assessments
• Coordinate annual reviews and monitor progress for children and young people
• Advise families on EHC plans
• Maintain accurate records in line with council policies and statutory requirements

What’s required

Qualifications

• A relevant qualification in social work, education or a related field

Experience

• Experience of managing statutory assessment processes

Skills & knowledge

• Strong understanding of the Children and Families Act 2014 and SEND legislation
• Drafting and developing comprehensive EHC plans
• Clear, accessible communication to explain complex information
• Empathy with the challenges faced by children and families
• Working effectively within a multi-agency environment
• Resilience to work under pressure while staying positive

What’s offered

• Friendly, inclusive workplace where everyone is valued
• Professional development and opportunities for continuous learning
• Flexible working with a commitment to work-life balance
• Generous leave for rest and well-being