EHC Practitioner

Two fixed-term EHC Practitioner posts in the Multiagency Alternative Education Team at Nottinghamshire County Council, which supports children and young people with special educational needs and disabilities. The work centres on running the statutory EHCP process for pupils educated outside mainstream schools, including reviews and liaison with families and multi-agency partners. The role is 37 hours a week on a hybrid pattern, for 12 months.

Fit depends on working knowledge of the Children and Families Act 2014 and degree-level education or equivalent.

• Manage the statutory EHCP process, including developing and reviewing plans for timely, compliant outcomes
• Work with families, educational settings and multi-agency professionals to tailor support
• Give families clear information on the EHCP process and their rights
• Track progress of children and young people with EHCPs and coordinate annual reviews
• Keep accurate, up-to-date records in line with council policy and statutory requirements

• Education to degree standard or equivalent

• Experience managing statutory processes and assessments for children with SEND

• Strong understanding of the Children and Families Act 2014 and related SEND legislation
• Knowledge of statutory processes in education, health or social care
• Strong written and verbal communication
• Empathy and understanding in working with families and children
• Organisational skills to manage multiple cases and prioritise workload
• Teamwork with colleagues and external partners

• Flexible working arrangements
• 28 days annual leave, rising to 33 days after 5 years, plus bank holidays
• Training and career development opportunities
• Supportive, inclusive workplace