Leicestershire County Council
Education Inclusion and Additional Needs Coordinator
How your CV stacks up
Upload your CV to see how well it fits this job role
?%
EIAN Coordinator – Education, Inclusion and Additional Needs Role
Leicestershire County Council
📍 Work Location: County Hall, Glenfield, Leicester LE3 8RA 💰 Salary: £28,605 - £31,029 per annum (pro-rata for part-time) 🕒 Working Hours: 37 hours per week 📅 Contract Type: Permanent 📅 Closing Date: 19th July 2026 📅 Interview Dates: 3rd August 2026
Be part of something growing and make a real difference
We’re building something new—and we’re looking for you to be part of it.
This is your opportunity to join our expanding Education, Inclusion and Additional Needs (EIAN) team within the Children and Family Service Commissioning Service. Play a key role in supporting the delivery of services for children and young people.
If you’re highly organised, confident working with data, and enjoy being at the centre of a fast-paced team—this role offers real variety, responsibility, and the chance to drive tangible change.
About The Role
As an EIAN Coordinator, you’ll be at the heart of the team, ensuring seamless operations and the right information reaches the right place at the right time.
You’ll support commissioning activity across:
- Education placements
- Inclusion pathways
- Alternative provision
Key Responsibilities
- Managing and maintaining accurate records of education placements, provision, and associated costs.
- Ensuring systems (including Synergy and internal databases) remain up-to-date and reliable.
- Collaborating with teams such as SENA, Social Care, and Admissions, as well as external providers.
- Generating data and reports to support performance monitoring and decision-making.
- Meticulously maintaining records relating to placements, IPAs (Individual Plans), and provider communications.
- Acting as a key link between multiple teams, ensuring smooth connectivity, flow, and functionality.
Reasons to use Rodeo
Start with a chat, not a search bar
Grad scheme, placement, apprenticeship? Not sure what you want yet — that's fine. Your agent talks it through with you and turns "I have no idea" into a shortlist.
It searches the market for you
Every day your agent scans the market matching roles against what actually matters to you, not just keywords on a CV.
Only hits
No noise. No "maybe this fits." Just roles with a clear explanation of why they're right — and where to focus when applying.
No two days will be the same—but this role delivers real impact every day.
About You: What We’re Looking For
To apply for this post, you must:
Mandatory Requirements
- Recognised academic qualifications (e.g., GCSEs, A Levels, vocational qualifications, professional or further education qualifications) at NVQ Level 3 or equivalent in a relevant area.
- Or equivalent experience in the field.
- Proficiency with multiple IT applications, including a working knowledge of databases, and the ability to analyse, interpret, and present data effectively.
- Experience working to strict deadlines and managing strict timescales.
- Hands-on experience in administrative work and setting up new systems.
- Ability to handle competing pressures while working effectively as part of a high-functioning team.
- Strong organisational skills with the ability to solve problems efficiently.
- Ability to present information clearly, accurately, and professionally, and communicate effectively with diverse groups.
Core Values & Culture Fit
Most importantly, you’ll:
- Enjoy working collaboratively within a team.
- Take pride in getting the detail right because what you do matters.
- Share our commitment to delivering accessible, inclusive services that meet all of our residents’ needs.
Note: As part of the selection process, you’ll demonstrate your understanding of these values.
Disability Inclusion
Reasonable adjustments will be considered for applicants with a disability. We are a Disability Confident Employer.
Flexible Working
We’re open to discussing flexible working arrangements, including:
- Part-time work
- Job sharing
- Term-time working
- Flexible start/finish times
- Hybrid working
If you’d like to explore options, contact:
- Sarah Wilson (Service Manager) Email: Sarah.Wilson@leics.gov.uk Phone: 0116 305 6527
Get help with your application
Your very own career expert that helps elevate your application to the next level.
-
Jess Fitzpatrick (EIAN Commissioning Manager) Email: Jess.Fitzpatrick@leics.gov.uk Phone: 0116 3056359
-
Verity Blair (EIAN Senior Commissioning Officer) Email: Verity.Blair@leics.gov.uk Phone: 0116 3053213
How to Apply
Leicestershire County Council is committed to diversity, fair application processes, and potential-based recruitment. We celebrate inclusivity and want to hire talent from all backgrounds.
If you share our passion for making a difference in Leicestershire, we’d love to hear from you. Click the apply button and submit: ✅ A CV ✅ A supporting statement explaining how you meet the criteria listed (without this, your application will not be assessed).
For guidance on writing your statement, visit our careers site.
Important Notes:
⚠️ We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications. Apply early if interested.
💡 Need help with technical issues or alternative formats? Contact our Employee Service Centre: 📞 0300 3030222 (option 2) ✉️ Via the online support portal
By applying, you agree to our Terms and Conditions.
About Us – Making Leicestershire a Better Place
At Leicestershire County Council, our mission is clear: support communities, deliver quality services, and improve lives.
Our employees drive this mission every day—whether you’re early in your career or seeking your next challenge, here you’ll: ✔ Find a workplace that values your ideas. ✔ Discover purposeful work with real impact.
Employee Benefits
Explore our Organisational Values, Organisational Benefits, and Recruitment Process for more information.
Ready to make a difference? Apply today!
“It took my CV and asked me questions relevant to understanding what kind of jobs to suggest for me. Suggestions were almost perfect. Jobs were exactly what I’ve been looking for.”
Jessica, London
Skills