EHC Coordinator

Assessment EHC Officer / EHC Coordinator

Location:

Medway (Hybrid Working)

Contract:

Permanent
Salary: £31,283 per annum

We are seeking dedicated and experienced Education, Health and Care (EHC) professionals to join a SEND and Inclusion Service on a permanent basis. We are recruiting for both Assessment EHC Officers and EHC Coordinators to support children and young people aged 0–25 with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND).

These roles play a vital part in ensuring children and young people receive high-quality, outcome-focused Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCPs) that reflect their needs, aspirations and support pathways.
About the Roles EHC Coordinator The EHC Coordinator role focuses on the coordination, maintenance and review of EHCPs, working closely with families, education providers and multi-agency professionals to ensure statutory compliance and meaningful outcomes.

Assessment EHC Officer The Assessment EHC Officer role focuses on managing assessments and drafting EHCPs, gathering and analysing advice from a range of professionals and leading on complex casework across all education phases.

Both roles require strong knowledge of SEND legislation, excellent organisational skills and the ability to manage a varied caseload in a fast-paced environment.
Essential Requirements (Applies to Both Roles)
Hybrid role:
Successful candidates must attend the office and work flexibly across Medway Hubs at least 3 days per week
There is no flexibility on this requirement
Proven experience across both pre-14 and post-14 pathways
Previous experience managing EHCPs
Previous local authority experience
Strong understanding of the Children and Families Act 2014 and the SEND Code of Practice (2015)

Key Responsibilities – EHC Coordinator
Oversee the end-to-end process of EHCP maintenance, reviews and amendments, ensuring statutory deadlines are met
Work collaboratively with children, young people, families, schools, colleges and multi-agency professionals
Ensure EHCPs are outcome-focused, person-centred and legally compliant
Act as a key point of contact for families, offering guidance and ensuring transparency
Maintain accurate records, track progress and contribute to service improvement

Key Responsibilities – Assessment EHC Officer
Manage a large and varied caseload across all education phases
Draft clear, high-quality and outcome-focused EHCPs based on robust assessments
Gather, analyse and evaluate advice from education, health and social care professionals
Communicate effectively with parents/carers, providers and partner agencies
Use data and performance information to inform decision-making
Lead and represent the service at key meetings, including:

Co-production sessions
Ways Forward meetings
Operational discussions
Supporting tribunal-related activity
Ensure full compliance with SEND legislation and statutory guidance

What We’re Looking For
Highly organised professionals with strong attention to detail
Confident communicators with experience working with families and multi-agency partners
A commitment to improving outcomes for children and young people with SEND
Ability to work under pressure while meeting statutory timescales