EHCP Co-ordinator
| Posting date: | 18 September 2025 |
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| Salary: | £33,531 to £38,052 per year |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 02 October 2025 |
| Location: | Thurrock, Essex, RM17 6SL |
| Company: | Thurrock Council |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | 2597_1758194448 |
Summary
Job Title: EHCP Co-ordinator
Salary: £33,531 - £38,052 per annum
Grade: D
Contract Type: Permanent
Working Hours: 37 hours per week
As an EHCP Co-ordinator, you will play a vital role in supporting children and young people with SEND by managing the statutory Education, Health, and Care (EHC) care processes. You will liaise with families, schools, and other professionals to ensure that high-quality EHC plans are produced, meeting legal requirements and the individual needs of children and young people.
If you have the skills, experience, and passion to support children and young people with SEND, we would love to hear from you!
Key Responsibilities
* Manage and coordinate the EHC Needs assessment and annual review processes
* Respond empathetically and professionally to enquiries from families, schools, and other stakeholders.
* Organise and prioritise your workload effectively to meet strict deadlines.
* Facilitate, arrange, and accurately record meetings.
* Provide advice and guidance to schools, parents, and other professionals on the SEND process.
* Ensure compliance with procedures and guidelines while communicating complex information clearly.
* Maintain high-quality case records and contribute to the production of legally compliant and person-centred EHC plans.
* Utilise IT skills to produce complex documents, spreadsheets, and presentations.
* Build and maintain positive relationships with a range of stakeholders, including families, schools, and healthcare professionals.
* Demonstrate an understanding of equal opportunities and workplace discrimination.
About you
To Be Successful In This Role, you will need:
* Experience in statutory SEND assessment procedures and a demonstrable understanding of the EHC needs assessment process.
* Strong communication skills (both verbal and written) with the ability to provide clear and empathetic responses to enquiries.
* Excellent organisational skills with the ability to work independently, managing competing deadlines.
* IT proficiency, including experience with Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
* Knowledge of key legislation, including the Education Act 1996 and the Children and Families Act 2014.
* A commitment to inclusivity and equality, with an understanding of discrimination in the workplace.
Why Join Us?
* Make a real difference in the lives of children and young people with SEND.
* Work in a supportive and collaborative team.
* Enjoy a rewarding role with opportunities for professional development.
DBS Check: An Enhanced DBS Check with Children's Barred List is required for this role.
Benefits of Working with Us
At Thurrock Council, we value our employees and offer a comprehensive benefits package, including:
- 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
Important Dates
Closing Date (Redeployment Only): 18/09/2025
Closing Date (Internal & External): 28/09/2025
Interview Date: To Be Confirmed
Additional Information
If you have any questions about the role or interview process, please contact: Tina Martin, SEND Team Manager, Quality Assurance & CPD at
To view the Job Profile and Person Specification please follow the link below:
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