Education Health and Care Co-ordinator - 12 Month Fixed term contract

Job Introduction

From 1 December 2025, our refreshed Pay and Reward package comes into effect, bringing a new approach to how we recognise and reward roles across the Council. This means the salary for this role will be changing. The pay range for this role will be £38,220 – £46,142  (pro rata for part time colleagues) 

We’re looking forward to welcoming new colleagues under this refreshed framework of pay, terms, and conditions. To promote fairness and consistency, all new starters will begin at the bottom of the pay band. This reflects our commitment to equity across the organisation and aligns with the approach taken with existing staff during the transition. While the starting salary is fixed, the role offers excellent scope for growth, meaningful contribution, and being part of a forward-thinking team.

You can also find out more about the new terms and conditions that we are introducing on our careers site on, 'More than just a job' brochure ]

Join Our Team as an Education Health and Care Co-Ordinator!

Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of children and young people? Do you have experience in Special Educational Needs and Disability (SEND) casework? If so, we want you to join our welcoming and inclusive team in Bournemouth, Christchurch, and Poole!

About the Role:

As an Education Health and Care Co-Ordinator, you will play a crucial role in supporting children, young people, parents/carers, and settings undergoing an Education, Health and Care Needs Assessment (ECHNA). Your responsibilities will include:

• Implementing Statutory Assessment Procedures: Administering statutory assessment procedures as outlined in the Children and Families Act 2014 
• Collaborating with Professionals: Liaising, advising, and maintaining close contact with professionals involved in the statutory assessment process, including educational settings, the Educational Psychology Service, health services, stakeholders, and social care
• Gathering Information: Collecting advice and information from families, settings, and professionals about children and young people going through an EHC needs assessment or experiencing changes in provision 
• Communicating Decisions: Conveying decisions made at panels to families and professionals, supporting them to understand the reasons and next steps
• Managing Annual Reviews: Overseeing the statutory annual review process for children and young people with an EHC plan, including those educated otherwise than at school and those electively home educated 
• Making Recommendations: Providing evidence-based and outcome-focused recommendations to secure progress for children and young people with EHC plans, ensuring appropriate placements and resources 

What We're Looking For:

The ideal candidate will have:

• Previous experience working within a SEND Team environment 
• Knowledge of relevant legislation, regulations, and guidance, including the SEND Code of Practice 2015, the Children & Families Act 2014, the Education Act 1996, The Learning and Skills Act 2000, Equalities Act 2010, and the Care Act 2015 
• Strong communication and collaborative skills to work effectively with vulnerable families, settings, and a variety of partner agencies and organisations
• Excellent time management, organisation, prioritisation, effective delegation, and information recording skills 
• Experience writing good person-centred EHCPs with SMART outcomes 
• A person-centred and solution-focused approach, working closely with children, parents, and key professionals in relation to the EHC assessment process, school placement, and ongoing monitoring and reviewing of EHC Plans 
• Experience consulting and securing appropriate placements and identifying reasonable adjustments to provision 
• Responsibility for children and young people with SEND moving into and out of the borough and children in alternative education placements 
• Experience managing SEND casework and administering statutory assessment procedures 
• The ability to make evidence-based recommendations and ensure compliance with statutory guidance 
• A commitment to improving outcomes for children and young people with special educational needs and disabilities

Why Join Us?

If you are committed to making a positive difference and have the skills and experience required, we would love to hear from you. Apply now to join our team and help us achieve our mission of enabling children and families in Bournemouth, Christchurch, and Poole to fulfill their aims and aspirations 

For an informal discussion about this position, please contact Lisa.Hutt@bcpcouncil.gov.uk

About BCP Council

BCP Council provides services to a diverse community of 400,000 residents and employs more than 5,000 people. Our area includes over 15 miles of beautiful world-renowned coastline. We can offer career defining roles to transform and improve services. By working with us, you can help deliver a vision of a thriving, word-class, prosperous and inclusive place for generations to come.

Our Benefits 

A Place to Thrive – Join BCP Council 

At BCP Council, we’re not just building a workforce— we’re transforming how we recognise and reward our people. 

From 1 December 2025, we’re proud to introduce a new Pay and Reward package, shaped through close collaboration with our trade union partners. This marks a significant step forward in how we recognise and reward our colleagues, reflecting our commitment to creating a modern, inclusive, and supportive workplace. 

Our enhanced offer includes fair and transparent pay, modernised terms and conditions, and a comprehensive benefits package designed to attract and retain talented individuals. Whether it’s flexible working, wellbeing support, or opportunities for career progression, our new approach puts people first- we’re excited to welcome new colleagues into a Council that’s evolving to meet the needs of both our workforce and our communities. 

Check out our attractive enhanced benefits and find out more about the new Pay and Reward package at (Employee benefits | Working for BCP link to careers page) 

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DBS

BCP Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of the community and expects all staff and volunteers to share the same commitment. Applicants to this post will be required to complete the appropriate level of Disclosure & Barring Service Check. Please refer to the Job Description or Role Profile for more details.