SEND EHCP Co-ordinator

Thurrock Council; Thurrock; Hybrid; GBP 33,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

A local government council in Thurrock is seeking an EHCP Coordinator to empower children and young people by developing effective plans and working collaboratively with families. The role requires excellent communication and analytical skills, as well as a solid understanding of the SEND Code of Practice. Benefits include generous leave, flexible working opportunities, and a supportive work environment. The position is for full-time hours within a permanent contract and requires an Enhanced DBS check.

Benefits

Generous annual leave entitlement

Local Government Pension Scheme

Flexible and hybrid working opportunities

Ongoing training and professional development

Employee assistance programme and wellbeing support

Staff discounts and local offers

Supportive and inclusive working environment

Qualifications

• Experience with children and young people in a professional context.
• Ability to develop empowering plans for children.
• Competence to assess and review the needs of vulnerable children.

Responsibilities

• Work with colleagues to achieve service plan objectives.
• Comply with data protection legislation.
• Participate in performance development and reviews.
• Promote diversity and equality policies.
• Ensure compliance with Health and Safety regulations.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Collaborative approach

Ability to analyze information

Empathy for young people's challenges

Understanding of SEND Code of Practice

Job description

Job Title: EHCP Coordinator

Salary: £33,531- £38,052 per annum (pro rata if part-time)

Grade: D

Contract Type: Permanent

Working Hours: 37 hours per week

We are seeking individuals with excellent communication skills and a collaborative, creative approach to working with professionals, children, young people, and their families. You must have the ability to analyse information from various sources and develop plans that empower children and young people to reach their full potential. Empathy for the challenges faced by young people and their families is essential, alongside the competence to assess and review the needs of vulnerable children and young people.

Applicants should also bring relevant experience, knowledge, and a solid understanding of the SEND Code of Practice and its practical application.

About the Role

Corporate accountabilities:

1. To work with colleagues to achieve service plan objectives and targets
2. To comply with data protection legislation and the council's Information Security Policy, including supporting policies
3. To be willing and able to work in a flexible and agile way with regard both to hours of work and location of work, including remote and home working, as required, subject to service needs and requirements
4. To participate in performance development, talent reviews and one-to-ones and to contribute to the identification of your own and team development needs and goals
5. To actively promote and comply with the council's diversity and equality policies
6. To ensure full compliance with the Health and Safety at Work Act 1974 etc., the council's Health and Safety Policy and all locally agreed safe methods of work
7. To fully understand and be aware of the commitment to Section 17 'Duty of the Crime and Disorder Act 1998 to prevent crime and disorder'
8. At the discretion of the senior management, to undertake other activities as, from time to time, may be agreed consistent with the grade and nature of the role
9. To undertake and maintain relevant mandatory training in line with legislation

Benefits of Working with Us

• Generous annual leave entitlement
• Local Government Pension Scheme
• Flexible and hybrid working opportunities (where applicable)
• Ongoing training and professional development
• Employee assistance programme and wellbeing support
• Staff discounts and local offers
• A supportive and inclusive working environment

DBS Check: Enhanced with Children's Barred List

Important Dates

• Closing Date (Redeployment Only): 11th December 2025
• Closing Date (Internal & External): 4th January 2026
• Interview Date: To Be Confirmed

For an informal discussion regarding the post please contact Tina Martin, SEND Team Manager, QA & CPD at

To view the Job Profile and Person Specification please follow the link below:

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