EHCP Support Adviser

At Blackpool and The Fylde College, we’re more than an education provider – we’re a driving force for opportunity, innovation and community growth. As one of the UK’s leading further education colleges and an exempt charity, we deliver high‑quality technical and professional education that transforms lives and supports regional prosperity. With over 12,500 students and around 1,000 colleagues, we’re proud to be an anchor institution driving social mobility, inclusion and success.

Blackpool and The Fylde College (B&FC) is seeking a dedicated and proactive EHCP Support Adviser to join the Student Support and Wellbeing (SSWI) team. This is an exciting opportunity to support students with Education, Health, and Care Plans (EHCPs), ensuring their needs are met and they successfully work towards their outcomes.

In this role, you will play a crucial part in supporting students with SEND (Special Educational Needs and Disabilities) by coordinating EHCP processes:

• Coordinating EHCP reviews, ensuring compliance with the SEND Code of Practice.
• Liaising with students, parents, carers, and external agencies (e.g., schools, social workers, health professionals) to facilitate smooth transitions and support needs.
• Supporting curriculum teams in preparing and implementing EHCPs.
• Providing guidance on EHCP processes and additional learning support.
• Ensuring accurate documentation and timely completion of EHCP-related tasks.
• Contributing to inclusion initiatives and participating in recruitment events to promote support for SEND learners.

Becoming part of B&FC means joining a community committed to student success and well-being. This role offers an opportunity to make a meaningful impact while developing your professional skills. B&FC invests in its employees, providing ongoing training and career development opportunities.

We believe great people deserve great rewards. When you join B&FC, you’ll benefit from:

• Generous annual leave, plus 5 additional gifted days (pro rata for part-time employees) to be taken during the Christmas closure period
• An excellent pension scheme
• Professional development and funded training opportunities
• Flexible working options and family-friendly policies
• Comprehensive wellbeing support and staff recognition initiatives

At B&FC, you’ll join a values-led community built on our CAREER principles – Community, Authenticity, Relentless Optimism, Everyone Included, Excellence, and Respect. We’re proud to empower both our colleagues and students to thrive, supported by outstanding facilities, forward-thinking leadership, and a culture of inclusion and innovation. Whether you’re inspiring the next generation or advancing your own professional journey, B&FC is a place where you can truly make a difference.

At Blackpool and The Fylde College, we’re committed to creating an inclusive and supportive recruitment process. If you require any adjustments to take part in our selection process, please let the hiring manager or People Team know before your interview so we can make sure you have the support you need to perform at your best.

Blackpool and The Fylde College is proud to be Great Place To Work® Certified™

• Enhanced leave allowance of 38 days (full-time equivalent), inclusive of bank holidays
• Opportunity to purchase additional annual leave
• Competitive pension scheme:
  • Teachers’ Pension Scheme (TPS) - 28.68% employer contribution
  • Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS) - 8.1% employer contribution
• Extensive professional development opportunities for all, with B&FC choosing to invest circa. £1.8m annually in colleague development and professional qualifications
• Agile working opportunities
• Internal Coaching Service
• Enhanced Family friendly policies
• Extensive wellbeing provision including, but not limited to:
  • Access to funded Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) available 24/7, 365 days a year
  • Occupational Health
  • FREE Flu Vouchers for those not entitled through the NHS
  • FREE eye tests
  • Dedicated Wellbeing Hub available to all colleagues containing rich and varied content with resources relating to emotional,…