We are seeking to appoint an EHCP Co-ordinator
Previous applicants for this position need not apply
Closing Date for applications is: 18th June 2026
Interviews to be held on 29th June 2026
To co-ordinate the process of reviewing and maintaining Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCP) by working closely with students, their families, curriculum colleagues and external agencies as prescribed by the SEND code of practice. To work alongside the HOS to ensure the needs of students with EHCPs are being met and they are successfully working towards their outcomes.
Factors that will be crucial in ensuring success and enhancing the students experience are:
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The effective partnership with external agencies, in particular with Local Authorities
- Collaboration with curriculum colleagues to monitor student progress against the outcomes detailed in their EHCP and prepare for EHCP reviews
- Positive relationships with students and their Parents and/or carers
Key Accountabilities and Responsibilities
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Lead on the operational processes of maintaining and reviewing EHCPs
- Work closely with the student and their parents and/or carers to prepare for EHCP reviews
- Support curriculum colleagues in preparation for EHCP reviews
- Liaise with any external health and/or social care agencies in preparation for EHCP reviews
- Co-ordinate and Chair EHCP review meetings
- Ensure correct exam concessions are applied for and adhered to
- Support decisions about appropriateness of provision during the admissions process and when the college is the named provider in an EHCP
- Support the transition process of prospective students by attending EHCP reviews
- Maintain high quality of information to be obtained with the EHCPs, including writing outcomes for students in accordance with the SEND Code of Practice and Preparation for Adulthood
- Work efficiently to ensure timelines prescribed in the SEND Code of Practice are adhered to Lead on the application process to Local Authorities for Students without EHCPs when a need has been identified
- Work with the HOS/ALS team to identify trends in support needs and resources/provision planning
- To participate in recruitment activities as appropriate including College Open Evenings/Days
- Any other duties reasonably required
Other Duties and Responsibilities include
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To deliver all operational aspects of the process of maintaining and reviewing EHCPs
- Take part in activities that support the learner journey
- Being a member of the college’s safeguarding triage
- Attend internal/external meetings when required
We are one of the largest further education providers in the UK, with eight campuses across the city. We are committed to ensuring students have the relevant skills, qualifications and experience for their future, whether that is to seek employment or continue their education.
Our vision is to be recognised as an outstanding educational and economical resource by, providing outstanding education, training that is primarily vocational in response to the needs of the learners, employers and other key stakeholders.
At South and City College Birmingham, equality, diversity and inclusion are integral to who we are and what we do. We are firmly committed to promoting and imbedding the key principles for all within our institution, from our learners to our staff, governors, employers, visitors and contractors.
For further details about the role and how to apply:
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The college is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young adults and expect all staff to share this commitment.
The successful applicant will be subject to all necessary pre-employment checks. including, enhanced DBS; Prohibition check; Childcare Disqualification (where applicable); qualifications (where applicable); medical fitness; identity and right to work.
All applicants will be required to provide a minimum of two suitable references covering a 5-year period.
An online search will also be carried out as part of our due diligence on all shortlisted candidates.
This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the amendments to the Exceptions Order 1975, 2013 and 2020. Which means that when applying for certain jobs and activities certain spent convictions and cautions are 'protected' so they do not need to be disclosed to employers, and if they are employers cannot take them into account.
Further information about filtering offences can be found in the DBS filtering guide.
Safeguarding is our top priority. We encourage all applicants to review our Safeguarding and Child Protection Policy, which outlines our commitment to the safety and wellbeing of learners.
This post is covered by Part 7 of the Immigration Act (2016). Therefore, the ability to speak fluent and spoken English is an essential requirement for this role.
