Due to internal progression, we have an exciting opportunity for a passionate Assistant EHCP Officer to join our dedicated Disability Services Department.
The successful candidate will play a key role in ensuring that all duties in relation to Education Health and Care (EHC) Plans are delivered to the highest standard and ensuring there is cross-college awareness of the processes involved.
They will support operational aspects of the Education Health and Care process including the chairing of annual reviews of EHC plans for college students, and supporting the transition of pupils with EHC plans into college by liaising with schools and attending review meetings where appropriate.
This is a key role in supporting the college in the implementation of the SEN Code of Practice and ensuring the college meets its legal and statutory requirements for SEND students.
Responsibilities include:
- Chairs annual review meetings of college students with EHCPs, working under the direction of the college EHCP Lead Officer;
- Ensures that meetings are effectively recorded and all updates and changes are accurately reflected in the paperwork sent to the local authority;
- Supports the processes that mean timely responses to consultations on the placement of young people with EHCPs can be made;
- Attends annual reviews of pupils in years 9 and above to support improved transition for young people with EHCPs;
- Seeks feedback and holds focus groups with students with EHCPs to continually and effectively improve our services;
- Supports the preparing for adulthood agenda by promoting an aspirational culture in terms of life after college, including further learning, vocational training, employment or independent living, in line with desired EHCP outcomes;
- Offers self-help strategies and information, referring to appropriate agencies and liaising with College staff as necessary.
- Provides training to teaching and support staff working with students with a range of additional needs.
- Maintains accurate records that support the college in all its quality assurance/audit processes and funding claims in line with institutional responsibilities and departmental expectations.
- Effectively liaises between the college and all relevant local authorities to ensure positive working relationships are maintained;
- Promotes inclusive practice across the curriculum, physical environment and service areas ensuring staff are trained and updated in current practice.
- Makes efficient use of IT and college internal systems such as E-Trackr to disseminate key information to teaching staff and curriculum managers from EHCPs;
- Effectively liaises with SEND and ALS staff to ensure information is shared appropriately;
- Contributes fully to the college self-assessment processes.
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The Ideal Candidate
Our ideal candidate will be learner and quality-focused with a commitment to our vision of working together to transform lives. You should be able to contribute to our journey to Outstanding, creating a positive working and study environment, and, Equity, Diversity & Inclusion should be embedded within your core values.
Education & Training
- A Relevant Level 3 Qualification
- GCSE 4 – 9 or equivalent level 2 qualification in Maths or be prepared to pass a test before the interview to demonstrate level 2 ability and then if appointed achieve within an agreed timescale
- GCSE 4 - 9 or equivalent level 2 qualification in English or be prepared to pass a test before the interview to demonstrate level 2 ability and then if appointed achieve within an agreed timescale
Experience
- Experience in supporting young people with disabilities and/or learning difficulties
- Experience in interpreting Education Health and Care plans and other evidence to inform support plans.
- Experience in liaison with a range of people including parents, carers or other stakeholders
- Experience in collating, preparing or writing reports.
- Experience in chairing meetings.
For an informal discussion about the role, please email recruit@bradfordcollege.ac.uk
We reserve the right to close this vacancy early depending on the level of interest and number of applications so early application is advised.
Bradford College
At Bradford College, our ambition is to transform the lives of our learners, help them to aim higher and support them to achieve their goals.
Located in the heart of Bradford, we offer a wide range of courses at varying levels, with something to suit everyone. Undergraduate to postgraduate and professional qualifications to distance learning and short community courses.
We aim to attract and retain knowledgeable, passionate and focused individuals who can inspire, motivate and support both learners and colleagues. With a can-do attitude and desire for continuous self-improvement, you could make a difference in the lives of everyone at Bradford College.
Benefits of working at Bradford College:
- Generous annual leave entitlement – equivalent to 30 days of holidays, plus bank holidays
- Additional college closure days, including 2-week Christmas closure
- Local government pension scheme, with a generous 18% employer contribution
- Annual salary reviews
- Career progression opportunities – 54% of all vacancies are filled internally
- Free sports and gym facilities
- Free wellbeing initiatives and access to our exclusive staff indoor and outdoor wellbeing space
- Confidential employee assistance service and on-site mental health first aiders
- Access to Bradford College benefits hub, offering retail, travel, leisure and dining discounts and cashback
- Discounts on greener travel – cycle to work scheme & local MetroCard and Northern Rail discounts
- Access to hair and beauty treatments in our student-led Signature Spa
- On-site dining facilities, including our award-winning Grove restaurant
- A host of training development opportunities
- Fantastic campus facilities, a short walk to public transport links in the heart of the City of Culture 2025
- The opportunity to work for an organisation that is truly committed to creating a better future for all through education and training.
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*If you have the drive to further develop your skills and abilities, you will be given the support and opportunities you need to enhance your career. This includes access to in-house training and CPD, professional and academic qualifications and mentoring.
Bradford College is committed to supporting and promoting diversity and inclusion amongst our staff and student body. We promote applications across all sections of the community, recognising the benefits a diverse workforce can bring and therefore particularly encourage applications from groups which are underrepresented in our workforce.
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and vulnerable adults and expect staff and volunteers to share this commitment. In line with our statutory safeguarding requirements detailed in Keeping Children Safe in Education legislation, this role is subject to an enhanced DBS check, employment references, health screening and social media search.
Please be aware it is a criminal offence to apply for this post if you are barred from engaging in regulated activity in connection to children and vulnerable adults.