About Optima Plus Recruitment
Optima Plus Recruitment is a specialist recruitment agency delivering temporary and permanent staffing solutions across diverse industries. We work closely with our clients to source the best talent and are currently recruiting on their behalf.

Job Title: Education Health and Care (EHC) Coordinator - Permanent
Location: Hybrid - Client's Offices & Medway Hubs (3 days per week on-site)
Salary: £31,283 - £37,181 per annum
Contract Type: Permanent
Recruiter: Optima Plus Recruitment (Recruiting on behalf of our client)

About the Role

Optima Plus Recruitment is recruiting five permanent Education Health and Care (EHC) Coordinators on behalf of our client's SEND & Inclusion Service. This hybrid role requires attendance at the client's Gun Wharf Office and Medway Hubs three days per week, with flexible remote working for the remainder.

Key Information

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Permanent position

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Salary: £31,283 - £37,181 per annum

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Based at client's Gun Wharf site with duties across Medway

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Reporting to Assessment Hub Lead

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Local authority SEND casework experience is essential

Main Responsibilities

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Develop and maintain Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCPs) aligned with statutory requirements and individual needs

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Coordinate multi-agency advice and ensure compliance with 20-week statutory assessment timescales

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Support families and professionals throughout the EHCP process

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Maintain accurate records and contribute to service improvement

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Liaise effectively with internal and external stakeholders to promote positive outcomes

Person Specification

Qualifications

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GCSEs (Grades A-C / 4-9) in Maths and English or equivalent

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Minimum 2 A-levels or Level 3 academic qualification

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Professional qualifications in SEND or related field desirable

Knowledge & Experience

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Understanding of SEND legislation and frameworks including Children and Families Act 2014 and SEND Code of Practice

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Experience working in SEND or specialist education settings

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Pastoral care and safeguarding experience

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Proficient in Microsoft Office, Teams, and SEND data systems

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Proven ability to manage caseloads and work with multi-agency partners

Skills

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Strong communication and interpersonal skills

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Excellent organisational and prioritisation abilities

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Ability to travel across Medway as required

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Problem-solving and partnership building skills

Corporate Responsibilities

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Promote safeguarding and equality, diversity and inclusion principles

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Adhere to health and safety policies and emergency protocols

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Support corporate parenting and environmental initiatives

Optima Plus Recruitment is an equal opportunities employer. We actively support the Armed Forces Covenant and the Equality Act 2010. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates regardless of background