Education Health Care Plan Officer

4680253
  • Job type

    Temporary
  • Location

    Sandwell
  • Working Pattern

    Full-time
  • Specialism

    Sen
  • Industry

    Education & Training
  • Pay

    Daily Rate

Education Health Care Plan Officer

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We are working on behalf of a local authority in the West Midlands who are looking for a temporary Education Health Plan Officer to carry out some temporary interim cover whilst they are recruiting for the permanent role. The cover is to start as soon as possible and will be on a temporary timesheet basis.

The role will involve the following:

  • Managing and overseeing various cases and ensuring compliance with legislation and improving outcomes for children and young people with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND)
  • Working co-productively with children, young people, and parents/carers, as well as with partners from Education, Health, and Care services
  • Coordinating person-centred, outcome-focused EHC needs assessments and reviews.
  • Developing clear, concise, and accessible EHC Plans
  • Ensuring statutory compliance with national legislation and local policy
  • Providing advice and guidance to schools and settings
  • Conducting annual reviews and amend EHC Plans within statutory timescales
  • Promoting positive working relationships with parents, schools, and practitioners.

We are looking for candidates with the following essential skills and experience:

  • Degree level qualification or equivalent in a relevant field
  • Experience of SEN casework and SEND statutory processes and procedures
  • Excellent casework skills, including analytical assessments and developing SMART plans.
  • Practical understanding of relevant legislation and guidance (Children & Families Act 2014, SEND Code of Practice: 0 to 25 years)
  • Ability to work effectively on your own and as part of a team
  • Experience of facilitating multi-agency meetings
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills
  • Ability to use management information systems and IT skills for accurate case recordings.

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