Job Introduction
Starting salary for this role is £39,152 (pro rata for part-time colleagues)
This role sits within a well defined pay band, offering clear progression as you grow your career at BCP. Without exception all new starters begin at the entry point of the band, ensuring fairness and consistency across the organisation. Be part of a forward thinking workplace where you’re supported to grow and you can truly #BeTheDifference at BCP.
Internal colleagues are also normally appointed at the bottom of the band, unless moving within the same profession and skill level, where the pay band is the same they can be appointed to the existing pay point.
Learn more in our ‘More than just a job’ brochure on our careers site.
Make a real difference to children, young people and families
Do you want a role where your work genuinely improves lives?
We’re looking for committed and compassionate Education, Health and Care (EHC) Co‑ordinators to join our SEND Service and play a vital role in supporting children and young people with special educational needs and disabilities across Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole.
This is a rewarding opportunity to work at the heart of the statutory Education, Health and Care (EHC) assessment process — ensuring children and families are heard, supported and empowered, while helping the Council meet its legal responsibilities under the Children and Families Act 2014 and SEND Code of Practice.
About the role
As an Education, Health and Care Co‑ordinator, you will:
- Act as the named officer for a caseload of children and young people with SEND
- Manage statutory EHC assessments and reviews, ensuring timescales, quality standards and outcomes are met
- Work closely with parents, carers, schools, colleges, health and social care partners to coordinate a joined‑up assessment process
- Champion the voice of the child or young person, ensuring their views influence planning and outcomes
- Support families to understand their rights and navigate complex statutory processes
- Contribute to placement decisions, funding considerations and transition planning
- Represent the local authority in meetings, annual reviews and (where required) mediation or dispute resolution
You’ll be part of a supportive, experienced team, working collaboratively across services and agencies to deliver the best possible outcomes for children and young people with SEND.
About you
We’re looking for someone who is:
- Experienced in working with children, young people and families, particularly in sensitive or complex situations
- Confident managing casework, deadlines and competing priorities in a statutory environment
- Knowledgeable about the SEND legal and statutory framework, or able to quickly develop this expertise
- A strong communicator, able to build positive professional relationships and handle challenging conversations with empathy
- Organised, analytical and solution‑focused, with the ability to make evidence‑based recommendations
- Educated to degree level or with equivalent relevant experience
Experience of working across multi‑agency settings, managing confidential information and contributing to service improvement will be particularly valuable.
What we offer
- A meaningful role where your work directly impacts children and families
- A collaborative and supportive SEND service with a strong focus on quality and outcomes
- Opportunities for learning, development and career progression
- The chance to be part of a council committed to inclusion, fairness and continuous improvement
- Flexible working options where service needs allow
Additional requirements
- Enhanced DBS check
- Ability to travel across the BCP area (with access to a vehicle where required)
If you’re passionate about making a difference, thrive in a role with purpose, and want to be part of a service that puts children and families at the centre of everything it does, we’d love to hear from you.
Apply now and help shape better outcomes for children and young people with SEND in Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole.
For an information discussion about the role, please contact Teresa.Hegarty@bcpcouncil.gov.uk
Interviews will be held on Wednesday 22 and Thursday 23 April.
Please note, this role is not eligible for visa sponsorship and we can only consider applicants with existing right to work in the UK.
At BCP Council, inclusion is more than a promise – it’s how we work.
We’re committed to providing a fully inclusive recruitment process ensuring every candidate and colleague has the support and reasonable adjustments they need to thrive.
From the moment you apply, through the recruitment process and throughout your career with us, we’ll be here to listen and provide the help and support you need.
It’s why we’re proud to be a Disability Confident Employer – and why you can trust that we’ll always do our best to make your experience positive and accessible.
If you require any reasonable adjustments or support during the recruitment process, please let us know when you apply or contact us directly – we’re here to help. For further information on the accessibility support we can offer please see here: Preparing for your interview | Working for BCP
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.
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 Role Profile for more details.
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