Southend on Sea City Council is a Unitary local authority, providing vital services to meet the needs of the local community. We employ around 1,800 staff who are working alongside our partners and local communities to deliver the city vision and make lives better for the people of Southend.

Working for Southend on Sea City Council offers a challenging and rewarding career in local government within a collaborative and innovate environment, with the benefit of flexible working practices to support a positive work life balance. As a Unitary Authority we are responsible for all local government functions ranging from social services, transport, public health and parks through to planning, trading standards, community safety and education, so we offer a wide range of career opportunities. The diversity of our economy and communities and investment in a number of exciting regeneration projects makes our Council a great place to work, learn and make a difference.

We are looking for knowledgeable EHC coordinator (x5) to join either our assessment or casework teams on a full time, fixed term contract basis (until 31^st March 2027). This role is offered on a hybrid basis which is a blend of working from home and 2 days per week in the office or attending meetings around the city.

As an EHCP coordinator, you will be the first point of contact for an allocated caseload of either new EHC assessments (caseload 40-60 at any one time) or a caseload of existing EHC plans (caseload circa 200-240).

You will perform all aspects of caseload management following the relevant statutory processes and respond to queries, concerns, complaints, in a professional, customer friendly manner including preparing cases for panel decisions and ensuring all relevant information is available to manager to support the decision-making process. 

To be successful in this role, excellent understanding of the necessary legislation, SEND Code of Practice, Children and Families Act 2014 is essential. You must be able to write high quality, legally compliant EHC plans following our internal quality assurance processes. Excellent interpersonal skills to support children and families through the annual review processes and to support schools understanding. Highly motivated and the ability to work independently with excellent organisational skills to ensure priority actions are being met.

When joining the council, you can enjoy a range of benefits including: 25 days annual leave, flexible working and excellent training and development opportunities. They are committed to ensuring that you are supported in this varied and challenging role with the appropriate level of training. A full list of benefits provided by Southend Council can be viewed on the "Why Work For Us?" tab.

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Please note: Applications for this vacancy may close prior to the date advertised above so you are advised to apply as soon as you are able to.

Southend-on-Sea City Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults and expects all employees and volunteers to share this commitment. All applicants for this role will require an enhanced DBS check.