We're excited to be recruiting EHCP (Education, Health, and Care Plan) Coordination Officers to join our fantastic Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) service.
We currently have the following opportunities available:
Full-time, permanent positions based at Woodhatch Place, Reigate, Surrey, RH2 8EF
Full-time, permanent positions based at Dakota House, Weybridge, Surrey, KT13 0YP
Part-time (18 hours per week), permanent position based at Dakota
Full-time, fixed-term contract until 31st March 2027, based at DakotaYou can indicate your preferred location during the application process; however, final placement will be determined according to service needs.
The roles are open to hybrid working and as a team we split our time between working from home and from the office for a minimum of two days per week. We also aim to visit to schools and settings on a regular basis as we continue to build on our collaborative working.
Our Offer to You
26 days' holiday, rising to 28 days after 2 years' service and 31 days after 5 years' service plus bank holidays
Option to buy up to 10 days of additional annual leave
A generous local government salary related pension
Up to 5 days of carer's leave and 2 paid volunteering days per year
Paternity, adoption and dependents leave
An Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) to support health and wellbeing
Learning and development hub where you can access a wealth of resources
Wellbeing and lifestyle discounts including gym, travel, and shopping
A chance to make a real difference to the lives of our residentsAbout the Role
Join our SEND Service and make a real difference!
We're looking for compassionate, knowledgeable, and proactive individuals who can communicate clearly and build trusted relationships. So if you're committed to collaboration, advocacy, and making things happen, we'd love to hear from you!
Our young people want adults who listen, explain things honestly, and keep them at the centre of every decision. Parents and carers value empathy, strong organisational skills, and a deep understanding of SEND legislation and diverse needs. Schools need consistent, accessible professionals who are experts in SEND and can guide them through the system with clarity and confidence.
At Surrey County Council, we're committed to providing excellent support for children and young people with SEND. Our SEND services work together to deliver timely, effective support that leads to positive outcomes. We focus on building strong, respectful relationships with families, schools, and partner organisations, with relational and restorative working practices underpinning all our work.
As an EHCP Coordination Officer, you'll be part of a busy area SEND team, primarily focused on managing the statutory annual review process.
Your key responsibilities as an EHCP Coordination Officer will include:
Working directly with families, using a person-centred approach to maintain and update Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCPs)
Coordinating input from Education, Health, and Care services to ensure each child receives the right support for their needs
Advising schools and other settings, helping to ensure EHCPs are clear, accurate, and high qualityReflective practice and continuous improvement are key to this role, and you'll be part of a team that puts the child at the centre of everything we do. This is a challenging role but, by working in close collaboration with children's Social Care, Health, parents/carers and families, as well as schools, your impact will help us to achieve the best outcomes for the children we support.
Your Application
In order to be considered for shortlisting, your application will clearly evidence the following skills and align with our behaviours:
Educated to A-level standard or equivalent, with demonstrable experience and understanding of SEND, including the SEND Code of Practice and the Children and Families Act 2014
Familiarity with Surrey County Council's Local Offer and the provision across mainstream and special schools, or a willingness to develop this knowledge
Knowledge of evidence-based interventions and the ability to clearly articulate recommendations in written reports
Proven ability to write and amend EHCPs, and present relevant information to fully inform decision-making
Experience of working collaboratively with children, young people, and families to ensure their views are actively heard and applied
Extensive experience supporting vulnerable children and young people, particularly those with SEND
Clear and confident communication skills, both in writing and in person, with the ability to build strong working relationships
Competence in a range of IT tools including MS Office and database management systemsThe role involves working in, and visiting, venues across a locality to build professional working relationships, therefore you will need to have the willingness and ability to travel around the county to meet the demands of the role.
The job advert closes at 23:59 on 19/04/2026 with interviews planned to follow from week commencing 27/04/2026.
An enhanced DBS 'Disclosure and Barring Service' check for regulated activity (formerly known as CRB) and the Children's Barred List checks will be required for this role.
Local Government Reorganisation (LGR)
Surrey County Council is undergoing Local Government Reorganisation, moving from a two-tier system to two new unitary councils in April 2027. If you are employed by Surrey on 1st April 2027, your role will transfer with current terms and conditions to one of the new organisations, supporting local devolution and greater powers for our communities.
Our Commitment
We are a disability confident employer which means if you have shared a disability on your application form and have evidenced you meet the minimum criteria, we guarantee you an interview.
Your skills and experience truly matter to us. From application to your first day, we're committed to supporting you with any adjustments you need, we value inclusion and warmly welcome you to join and help build a workplace where everyone belongs
Salary description
£36873.00 - £39820.00 per year