Job Description
3 months contract with a local authority
Summary
* The EHC Practitioner is tasked with supporting children and young people (CYP) with Special Educational Needs (SEN) by managing the statutory assessment process and ensuring the timely development and review of Education, Health, and Care (EHC) Plans. This role requires collaboration with families, educational settings, and multi-agency professionals to deliver tailored support that meets individual needs and statutory requirements. The practitioner will also oversee vulnerable groups such as CYP who are excluded, on part-time timetables, EOTAS/EOTAC, or EHE.
Responsibilities
* Construct and develop Education, Health, and Care Plans based on approved assessments.
* Ensure suitable provision is in place for CYP with EHCPs, with appropriate monitoring and accountability.
* Align plans with service user aspirations and legal requirements.
* Draft and amend EHC Plans to maintain accuracy and effectiveness.
* Coordinate annual reviews and monitor progress.
* Facilitate transitional reviews during educational stage changes.
Essential Experience Required
* Experience within statutory education, health, or social care systems.
* Strong problem-solving, mediation, and conflict resolution skills.
* Experience leading meetings and working collaboratively with multi-agency professionals.
Essential Qualifications Required
* Degree or equivalent qualification in Education, Health, Social Care, or related field.
* Knowledge of SEND Code of Practice and relevant legislation (Children and Families Act 2014).
* Training in safeguarding and multi-agency working (desirable).
Additional Information
* Working hours: 37 hours per week
* Enhanced DBS is required.
* Location: Meadow House, Littleworth, Mansfield, Nottinghamshire, NG182TB, United Kingdom
* Work pattern: 1 day office, 4 days working from home
The role closes on 23rd December 2025, apply ASAP.
Requirements
The EHC Practitioner is responsible for supporting children and young people with special educational needs (SEN) by managing the statutory assessment process and ensuring the timely development and review of Education, Health, and Care (EHC) Plans. The role involves working in collaboration with families, educational settings, and multi-agency professionals to ensure that support is tailored to meet individual needs and statutory requirements including oversight of vulnerable groups, including CYP who have been excluded or are on part-time timetables, and children who are EOTAS/EOTAC or EHE.