Hertfordshire County Council
EHC Coordinator Assessment
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EHC Coordinator Assessment
SEND EHC Coordinator - Assessment Team
Location: Hemel Hempstead
Starting Salary: £34,434 pa (with the opportunity to progress to £37,280 per annum) Hours: 37 per week Contract: 1x Permanent Vacancy & 2x Fixed term Vacancies (until January 2027 and until August 2027)
In this role, inclusion is at the heart of everything we do. Join our growing team of passionate professionals dedicated to improving outcomes for children and young people with SEND (Special Educational Needs and Disabilities).
About The Team
The 0-25 Statutory Assessments Team within SEND focuses on the assessment stage of the EHC needs assessment process, collaborating closely with parents/carers/families/schools to draft and finalise Education, Health and Care (EHC) plans.
About The Role
As the EHC Coordinator, you will:
- Manage and process EHC plans within a complex legal framework and strict statutory timescales.
- Ensure meticulous attention to detail with strong case management skills.
- Review and implement legal requirements, creating, amending, and maintaining EHC plans that shape the support children receive.
- Work with practitioners, parents, and carers, but primarily focus on statutory processes and decision-making—not direct interaction with children or young people.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop high standards of achievement and inclusion for children and young people with SEN, ensuring a focus on preparing for adulthood from an early age. Ensure this aligns with the Council's policy and funding frameworks.
- Provide parents, children, young people, and schools with clear, accurate, and timely information in an easily usable format.
- Manage and process statutory casework within legal and internal deadlines.
- Collaborate across education, healthcare, and social care services to improve outcomes for children.
- Lead decision-making processes—including assessments, plans, or specialist provision—ensuring they align with local authority policies, procedures, and eligibility criteria.
- Attend or chair panel meetings, annual reviews, and multi-agency discussions regarding children with complex needs.
- Develop and refine SEND policy, procedures, and support mechanisms, including:
- Maintaining up-to-date SEN casework knowledge.
- Tracking national legislative changes.
- Supporting team training and onboarding.
- Ensure accurate, comprehensive, and compliant database records are maintained as part of monitoring and quality assurance efforts.
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About You
Essential Criteria:
- Strong understanding of the SEND Code of Practice and the Children and Families Act 2014, with the ability to interpret and apply these effectively in practice.
- Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
- Ability to manage deadlines and thrive under pressure in a fast-paced environment.
- Strong written skills for case recording and contributing to high-quality EHC plans.
- Experience working with:
- Children, families, or professionals in education, health, or care settings.
- Lived experience relevant to SEND (or transferable skills).
- Valid driving licence with access to a vehicle for work.
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For resolutions/tribunals, the ability to:
- Analyze the EHCCO process to identify failures.
- Lead mediation and early dispute resolution.
Desirable Qualifications:
- Previous experience in casework management.
Note: We’re unable to offer visa sponsorship for this role but welcome applications from candidates in the UK with established work authorization.
This job is within the Health and Social Care family, level 9. For more context, see: Job profiles - Health and social care.
Benefits of Working With Us
- Opportunity to make a real difference in children’s lives.
- Competitive salary and career progression.
- Supportive, collaboration-focused team within a progressive organisation.
To apply, upload your most recent CV, highlighting:
- Your employment history (including gaps).
- Training and qualifications.
- Examples from your experience that demonstrate how you meet the essential requirements.
Include a short covering paragraph detailing your skills, knowledge, and experiences as part of your application.
Important Legal Requirements
- Disability Confident employer: Interview guaranteed for applicants with disabilities meeting minimum criteria.
- DBS check required for this role.
- Driving ability necessary for travel across Hertfordshire. (Company transport assistances may be available.)
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