Elective Home Education Coordinator

Civic Recruitment Limited; Coventry; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Civic Recruitment Limited is seeking a professional to lead the monitoring and oversight of Elective Home Education within a local authority. You will ensure statutory education requirements are met, maintain robust records, and develop effective systems and processes.

You will provide specialist advice to parents, schools, and partner agencies, assess notifications and referrals, and safeguard children's best interests.

Qualifications

• Significant experience working within an educational environment.
• Experience working with children, young people, and families.
• Experience managing complex casework and maintaining accurate records.
• Experience providing specialist advice and guidance to colleagues and stakeholders.
• Good standard of education, including English and Mathematics.
• Relevant professional qualification in Education, Child Development, SEND, Social Care, or related field, or equivalent experience.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and manage cases involving children and young people who are electively home educated.
• Maintain oversight of all EHE cases, ensuring accurate recording, tracking, and reporting.
• Provide advice, guidance, and support to parents, carers, schools, educational settings, and partner agencies regarding Elective Home Education.
• Assess and process EHE notifications and referrals in line with relevant legislation, guidance, and local authority procedures.
• Ensure the child's voice and best interests are central to all decision-making processes.
• Work collaboratively with schools, admissions teams, SEND services, health professionals, and other agencies to secure suitable educational provision where required.
• Support the review and monitoring of children with Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCPs) who are electively home educated.

Skills

Educational environment experience

Experience with children and families

Casework management

Advising colleagues/stakeholders

English & Mathematics literacy

Education

Professional qualification in Education/SEND/Social Care

English and Mathematics literacy standard

Job description

Coventry, United Kingdom | Posted on 04/08/2026

At Civic Recruitment and Limited, we know that individuals are more than just fixed expenses; they are the cornerstone of every thriving organisation. That’s why we are passionate about transforming recruitment in the public and private sectors.

In the modern job market, organisations in both public and private sectors face significant workforce challenges. Public sector entities, such as local councils and central government departments, often struggle with lengthy recruitment processes, limited access to qualified candidates, and stringent budgetary and regulatory constraints. Private sector businesses, on the other hand, encounter high turnover rates, difficulties managing a mix of permanent and temporary staff, and challenges in sourcing specialised talent for niche industries. These sector-specific obstacles, coupled with the universal complexities of payroll management, create a pressing need for efficient workforce solutions.

Civic Recruitment Limited addresses these challenges with innovative recruitment and payroll solutions tailored for diverse organisational needs. Recognising the critical hurdles organisations face, the company leverages its expertise to streamline processes, reduce recruitment times, and alleviate administrative burdens. With an extensive database of over 1 million pre-screened candidates, Civic Recruitment Limited is well-positioned to cater to the specific needs of both public and private sectors.

Job Description

3-6 months contract with a local authority

Summary

• This role involves leading the monitoring and oversight of Elective Home Education (EHE) within a local authority. The purpose is to ensure that children and young people of statutory school age receive a suitable education in accordance with legislative requirements. The position is crucial for maintaining robust records, developing effective systems and processes, providing specialist advice and guidance, and ensuring appropriate actions are taken regarding safeguarding concerns, school placements, and support services.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and manage cases involving children and young people who are electively home educated.
• Maintain oversight of all EHE cases, ensuring accurate recording, tracking, and reporting.
• Provide advice, guidance, and support to parents, carers, schools, educational settings, and partner agencies regarding Elective Home Education.
• Assess and process EHE notifications and referrals in line with relevant legislation, guidance, and local authority procedures.
• Ensure the child's voice and best interests are central to all decision-making processes.
• Work collaboratively with schools, admissions teams, SEND services, health professionals, and other agencies to secure suitable educational provision where required.
• Support the review and monitoring of children with Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCPs) who are electively home educated.

Requirements:

• Significant experience working within an educational environment.
• Experience working with children, young people, and families.
• Experience managing complex casework and maintaining accurate records.
• Experience providing specialist advice and guidance to colleagues and stakeholders.
• Good standard of education, including English and Mathematics.
• Relevant professional qualification in Education, Child Development, SEND, Social Care, or a related field, or equivalent experience.

Additional Information

• Contract Duration: 3-6 months
• Working Hours: 37 hours per week
• Hybrid Work: Combination of work from home and home visits (e.g., home visits: 2.5 days a week, WFH 2.5 days a week)