Education Health & Care Plan Officer

Education Health & Care Plan Officer
Plymouth
23/hr
Start date: ASAP
AKTON recruitment is working closely with the local authorities and we are searching for an experienced EHCOP Officer in the Plymouth area. 3 - 6 months contract. Ideal for those who are looking for a temporary contract position.
Responsible for writing Education, Health and Care plans (EHCP) based on an analysis of statutory assessment advice, including school, medical, educational psychology and parental information. Responsible for other aspects of the Special Educational Needs (SEN) code of practice including liaison with parents/carers, professionals in education and other agencies. Ensure that pupils with EHCPs are appropriately placed within mainstream, special schools,
EOTAS (education other than at school), home education or independent sector providers. Ensure statutory review and monitoring of placements in accordance Education Act (1996)
Key activities

• Education, health and Care plans are drafted to ensure that all children with identified SEN have access to appropriate support within their educational placement in accordance with Education Act (1996)
• The Single Multi Agency Panel (SMAP) is attended by and advised by EHCP Officers to ensure that provision for all SEN pupils is fair, equitably and allocated in a transparent manner
• Parental representations and the voice of the child are listened to without recourse to legal/tribunal routes via named officers/disagreement resolution services/parent and young people independent support services. All are required statutorily and EHCP Officers represent the Local Authority in all instances
• Offer on-going advice and support to parents/carers, other professionals and schools regarding EHCP Support and statutory assessment procedures, either individually or presenting at conferences. Also formed working party to produce local authority guidance and documentation on supporting SEN children within their mainstream schools
• EHCPs are reviewed annually or in exceptional circumstances when a pupil faces exclusion to ensure continued access to appropriate education for SEN pupils. EHCP Officers either represent the Local Authority or Chair meetings for the most challenging children and young people
• Alternative educational provision is established for the highest needs and challenging SEN pupils within Plymouth by working closely with parents/carers, senior officers, Head Teachers, and finance departments

Qualifications/ knowledge

• Educated to degree level in a relevant area eg, Education, Health or Social Care
• Understanding of SEN legislation, Code of Practice and Disability Discrimination in Schools
• Knowledge, understanding and commitment to the principles of inclusive education