Remote SEND Education Officer – EHCP Specialist

LinsCare; Leighton Buzzard; Remote; GBP 46,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

LinsCare is recruiting a SEND Education Officer (EHCP) for a remote role supporting Central Bedfordshire Council’s Children and Families – Education SEND team. You will manage EHCP caseloads, coordinate annual reviews and advise on statutory SEND processes.

The role involves working with schools, families and professionals to co-produce EHCPs, ensuring provision and placements meet needs for ages 0–25. Remote working with a standard Mon-Fri pattern.

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge and understanding of SEND legislation, particularly the statutory EHCP process.
• Experience managing EHCP caseloads and coordinating annual reviews.
• Knowledge of phase transfer processes and educational placements.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
• The ability to work collaboratively with parents, schools and multi- agency professionals.
• Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage competing priorities.
• Excellent attention to detail, particularly around data accuracy and record keeping.
• The confidence to provide advice, guidance and training on statutory SEND processes.

Responsibilities

• Managing an allocated caseload of existing EHCPs and new assessments, working under the direction of the Senior SEND Officer.
• Monitoring and reviewing existing EHCPs, including amending and issuing plans following annual reviews.
• Attending complex EHCP review meetings and providing professional input.
• Overseeing the phase transfer process for pupils moving to the next stage of their education.
• Maintaining accurate records, data and case management information.
• Providing advice and guidance to schools, parents and professionals on statutory SEND processes.
• Delivering training and guidance to professionals and parents on SEND statutory procedures.
• Consulting with schools and supporting the school admissions process.
• Working collaboratively with internal and external stakeholders to ensure children and young people receive appropriate educational provision.

Skills

EHCP knowledge

Caseload management

Phase transfer

Communication skills

Collaboration

Job description

LinsCare is recruiting a SEND Education Officer (EHCP) for a remote role supporting Central Bedfordshire Council’s Children and Families – Education SEND team. You will manage EHCP caseloads, coordinate annual reviews and advise on statutory SEND processes.

The role involves working with schools, families and professionals to co-produce EHCPs, ensuring provision and placements meet needs for ages 0–25. Remote working with a standard Mon-Fri pattern.