Specialist Education EHCP Coordinator job vacancy Ferndown, Dorset

Location: Ferndown, Dorset (within a 30-minute commute of areas such as Verwood, Ringwood, Fordingbridge, West Moors, St Leonards, Aderholt, Hurn, Colehill)
Access: Via the A31, A338, and A354.

Benefits:

• £13.67 - £15.27 per hour / £24,400 - £27,300 Actual Salary
  Hours: 40 Hours per week, Term Time Only
• Life assurance, Competitive pension, Health cash back plan.
• High street discounts, Employee assistance programme.
• Car lease scheme, Bike to work scheme.
• Fully funded training and qualifications.
• Ongoing Support for your own Mental Health needs and wellbeing.

About the Role

Social Care & Education Jobs is proud to partner with a leading provider of Specialist Education & Supported Living for children, young people, and adults with disabilities, including Autism. We are seeking a dedicated EHCP Coordinator to join a specialist education college and separate school in Ferndown, Dorset, where you will play a key role in preparing children aged 11-16 for adult life. These students have additional social, emotional, and mental health needs.

Key Responsibilities:

• Effective Relationship Management: Develop and maintain strong working relationships with both internal and external stakeholders, fostering collaboration across the School & College.
• Proactive EHCP Management: Stay on top of EHCP documentation, proactively identifying and addressing issues to ensure smooth processes.
• Accurate Data Handling: Collect and present precise data required for School quality assessments, working closely with the team.
• Support for ‘At-Risk’ Pupils: Assist Heads of Education/School in identifying students who may be at risk, offering timely support.
• Efficient Record-Keeping: Ensure the School/College's EHCP records are maintained accurately and are easily accessible to teachers and staff.
• Objective Setting and Review: Support teachers, therapy specialists, and care teams in setting relevant and meaningful EHCP objectives, and ensure they complete necessary reviews on time.
• Meeting Preparation: Ensure that Heads of School, Education, Therapy, and Care are thoroughly prepared for both internal and external meetings.

Criteria for Success:

• In-depth Knowledge of SEND & EHCPs.
• Strong understanding of Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) and the processes surrounding Education Health Care Plans (EHCPs).
• Familiarity with SEND Code of Practice: Understanding of the SEND Code of Practice and relevant disability legislation.
• Experience in SEN Settings: Proven experience working within a specialist SEN school or college environment.
• Attention to Detail: Strong typing accuracy and precision in record-keeping.
• Safeguarding Awareness: Knowledge and awareness of safeguarding practices for children, young people, and vulnerable adults.
• Organisational Skills: Ability to manage time effectively, handling multiple tasks with strong organisational skills.
• Communication & Teamwork: Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to work collaboratively within a team.

Ethos & Values

This organisation is committed to empowering young people, equipping them with the tools and opportunities to shape their own futures. Through high-quality teaching, personalized support, and integrated expert-led therapy, they help students with additional learning needs achieve their personal goals and aspirations.

Compliance

All successful applicants will undergo rigorous pre-employment safeguarding checks, including an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. This position is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974, allowing us to ask candidates to declare all convictions and cautions, including those deemed "spent" unless they are "protected" under DBS filtering rules. We are committed to safeguarding the welfare of children and young adults and are proud to be a Disability Confident and Equal Opportunities Employer.

Application Support

Social Care & Education Jobs will support you throughout the application process, answering any questions you may have and assisting you up to your start date.