SEN EHC Needs Assessment & Review Coordinator
Location: Agile working – based at Town Hall, Hornton Street, Kensington (may work across Westminster & RBKC under Bi-Borough arrangements)
Salary: £303.08 per day (Umbrella)
Hours: 36 hours per week
Contract: Initially 3 months, full-time
The Role
We are seeking a motivated SEN EHC Needs Assessment & Review Coordinator to join our Education, Health, and Care (EHC) Service. You will play a key role in supporting children and young people aged 0–25 with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND).
Key Responsibilities:
Manage a complex caseload of children and young people with EHCPs.
Draft high-quality, person-centred, and outcome-focused EHC Plans.
Process annual reviews within statutory timeframes.
Coordinate multi-agency input across education, health, and social care, maintaining strong relationships with families, schools, and professionals.
Oversee caseloads including Looked After Children and young people transitioning into adult provision.
Manage high-cost out-of-borough placements and arrangements for children educated otherwise than at school.
Ensure all EHC assessments are completed within statutory 20-week deadlines.
Support tribunal case preparation, complaint responses, and service improvement initiatives.About You
Strong knowledge of the Children & Families Act 2014, SEND Code of Practice, and related legislation.
Experience in SEND casework or local authority education services.
Excellent organisational skills, able to prioritise competing tasks effectively.
Confident in building relationships with families, schools, and multi-agency partners.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Commitment to inclusive practice and improving outcomes for children and young people.
Degree-level qualification required; SEND-related qualifications desirable.This is a fantastic opportunity to contribute to a high-performing EHC service, making a real impact on children and young people with SEND.
Apply now to join Westminster City Council and help deliver outstanding SEND services