5-6 months contract with a Local Authority
Job Summary:
We are seeking experienced and detail-focused EHC Plan Writers to support a high-performing Special Educational Needs (SEN) service during a period of increased demand.
The successful applicants will be responsible for drafting and amending Education Health and Care (EHC) Plans in line with statutory timescales.
Working closely with EHC Coordinators families and professionals you will ensure that all plans are accurate comprehensive and fully reflect the needs of children and young people.
Key Duties/Accountabilities (Sample):
Draft and amend Education Health and Care (EHC) Plans based on reports and input from families professionals and agencies
Ensure EHC Plans are completed within statutory 20-week timescales
Attend multi-agency meetings where appropriate to support EHC Coordinators in the planning process
Interpret and apply principles of the SEND Code of Practice throughout the plan-writing process
Keep plans updated to reflect changes in a child or young person s needs or journey
Collate and review information from various professionals and organisations to ensure EHC Plans are holistic and person-centred
Work in partnership with health education social care and voluntary sector colleagues to promote effective joint working
Provide support to EHC Coordinators including drafting preparatory notes and collating reports
Alert SEN Team Managers to any operational risks or issues that may impact service performance
Contribute to the development of best practice and quality assurance in EHC Plan writing
Take on additional responsibilities in the development of SEND provision as agreed with SEN Team Managers
Participate in and/or deliver training relating to EHC Plan writing and quality assurance
Skills/Experience:
Proven experience writing or coordinating EHC Plans
Strong knowledge of the SEND Code of Practice and statutory EHC processes
Excellent written communication skills with attention to detail and clarity
Ability to interpret complex information from multi-disciplinary reports
Strong organisational and time management skills to meet deadlines under pressure
Experience of working collaboratively with education health and social care professionals
Confidence in attending and contributing to multi-agency planning meetings
Commitment to inclusive practice and child-centred planning
Experience working in local authority SEN services or education settings
Familiarity with case management systems and digital plan-writing tools
Understanding of the broader SEND landscape including assessment pathways and support services
Additional Information:
The closing date: 01/08/2025 @12:00.
Proven experience writing or coordinating EHC Plans Strong knowledge of the SEND Code of Practice and statutory EHC processes Excellent written communication skills with attention to detail and clarity Ability to interpret complex information from multi-disciplinary reports Strong organisational and time management skills to meet deadlines under pressure Experience of working collaboratively with education, health, and social care professionals Confidence in attending and contributing to multi-agency planning meetings Commitment to inclusive practice and child-centred planning Experience working in local authority SEN services or education settings Familiarity with case management systems and digital plan-writing tools Understanding of the broader SEND landscape, including assessment pathways and support services