About This Opportunity
Cumberland Council is recruiting 4 Education Health and Care Plan Coordinators for its SEND Team. The role supports children and young people with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities to achieve their full potential.
Salary: £34,434 to £35,412 per annum
Hours: 37 hours per week
Location: Carlisle and Workington
Contract: Permanent
Responsibilities
* Coordinate and manage the statutory assessment process for identified children and young people with SEND.
* Develop clear and effective EHCPs by gathering input from a range of professionals and services.
* Ensure statutory timelines and legal requirements are met.
* Act as the main point of contact for parents, carers, schools and professionals.
* Monitor and review EHCPs to ensure provision remains appropriate, compliance with statutory guidance and efficient use of resources.
* Work collaboratively with education, health and social care partners.
* Maintain accurate and up-to-date records and casework systems.
Benefits and Working Environment
* Living and working in Cumbria offers an outstanding quality of life, with Lake District National Park, coastlines and market towns.
* Supportive environment that values collaboration, compassion and innovation, focusing on potential over perfection.
Qualifications and Requirements
* Relevant experience in education, health, or social care is desirable.
* Must hold an enhanced DBS check with a Children’s Barred List check.
* Should be able to meet the statutory and legal requirements of the EHCP process.
Guaranteed Interviews
* The council offers guaranteed interviews for applicants who meet the essential criteria, including disabled individuals, those in or leaving care aged 24 or under, and members of the British Armed Forces community.
Diversity, Inclusion & Adjustments
We are a proud Disability Confident Leader and Age Friendly Employer, encouraging applications from all backgrounds. Reasonable adjustments can be requested via the Resourcing team at Resourcing@Cumberland.gov.uk.
Contact
For more information or informal chat, contact Emily Lumb or Rachel Hall at Emily.lumb@cumbria.gov.uk or Rachel.hall@cumbria.gov.uk.
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