Social Care Coordinator

North East Lincolnshire Council; Grimsby; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

North East Lincolnshire Council is seeking a Social Care Coordinator for Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCPs). You will coordinate social care elements of EHCPs for children and young people aged 0-25, working with families, social workers and professionals to ensure plans reflect needs and comply with SEND Code of Practice.

A background in social care or family support, solid understanding of SEND legislation and safeguarding, plus clear communication and strong organisation are essential.

Qualifications

• Experience in social care or family support
• Understanding of SEND legislation
• Safeguarding knowledge and awareness
• Ability to coordinate multi‑agency meetings and reviews

Responsibilities

• Coordinate the social care elements of EHCPs for children and young people 0–25
• Attend reviews and multi‑agency meetings to ensure plans reflect needs
• Ensure the child’s voice and family needs are central to plans
• Keep records up to date and monitor compliance with legislation
• Support colleagues navigating the EHCP process

Skills

EHCP knowledge

Communication skills

Organisation

Social work experience

Education

Social care qualification

Job description

Could you be the person who brings compassion, clarity, and coordination to the heart of our EHCP process? If you're someone with experience in family help or social work, who understands EHCP legislation, communicates clearly, and stays organised and self-motivated…then this could be the perfect role for you. What's the role all about? As a Social Care Coordinator for Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCPs), you'll be responsible for ensuring the social care elements of EHCPs are robust, timely, and aligned with national standards. You'll work on behalf of children and young people aged 0-25, whether they are open to social work services and ensure that their care needs are accurately reflected in their plans. Your work will help the local authority meet its statutory responsibilities under the SEND Code of Practice. What will your day look like? This role is all about bringing people together and making a real difference. You'll be at the heart of coordinating and completing the social care elements of EHCPs, working closely with families, social workers, and a range of professionals to ensure everything runs smoothly. From attending reviews and multi-agency meetings to making sure the child's voice and family needs are front and centre, your input will be vital. You'll keep records sharp and up to date, stay on top of the latest legislation, and be a go-to source of support and guidance for colleagues navigating the EHCP process. Who are we looking for? We're after someone who brings a brilliant mix of experience, passion, and professionalism to the role. With a solid background in social care or family support, you'll have a strong understanding of SEND legislation and safeguarding. You're a natural communicator, effortlessly organised, and thrive in a fast-paced environment. Your flexible, team-first attitude and commitment to delivering high-quality support make you the kind of person everyone wants on their side. Why join us? You'll be part of a values-driven organisation that prioritises Valuing People, Honesty, Integrity, Openness, Commitment, and Continuous Improvement. You'll work in a supportive, multi-agency environment where your expertise is valued, and your development is encouraged. This is a chance to make a real impact on the lives of children and families in your community. All applicants are advised to carefully read the information provided in the Role Profile and Person Specification. When completing our application form, we want to hear about why you think you are the perfect fit to work with our children and young people, and what experience, skills or qualities you have that make the you the ideal candidate. In order to fully comply with Safer Recruitment guidelines, the references you provide on this form must meet the below criteria:

• At least one reference must be from your current or most recent employment, placement or work experience (if you are an agency worker at NELC, please provide your agency as a reference)
• You must provide a professional/company email address (we can not accept personal email addresses)
• References must cover the last 3 years, any reasons for gaps should be detailed on your CV/Application Form

Your references will only be requested if you are offered and have accepted a position. Please note: This role requires a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check at a level appropriate to the post. It is a contractual and essential requirement that the successful candidate is registered with the DBS Update Service. You have 30 calendar days from the "date of issue" printed on your standard or enhanced DBS certificate to register for the DBS Update Service using the certificate number. Key Dates: Closing Date: Sunday 22nd November 2026 We aim to interview candidates: W/C Monday 30th November 2026 For more information, please refer to the attached guidance and role profile.