Job details Job reference REQ00000018756 Date posted 05/08/2025 Application closing date 25/08/2025 Location CARLISLE & WORKINGTON Salary £34,434 - £35,412 per annum Package Blank Contractual hours 37 Basis Full time
EHCP Coordinator x3 - CMB1964e Job description
Location: Carlisle
or Workington
Salary: £34,434 - £35,412 per annum
Hours: 37 hours per week
Contract: Permanent
About This Opportunity
Cumberland Council is seeking a dedicated
EHCP Co-ordinator to join our SEND Team. In this vital role, youll lead statutory assessments, write and review Education Health and Care Plans (EHCPs), and work closely with families, schools, and professionals to ensure the right support is in place. Youll also contribute to service commissioning and provide expert advice to education providers.
Were looking for someone with a Level 4 qualification or equivalent experience, strong knowledge of SEND legislation, and a background in working with children and families. Excellent communication and relationship-building skills are essential. At Cumberland Council, youll be part of a collaborative team committed to inclusion and positive outcomes for every child. If you're ready to make a real impact, wed love to hear from you.
This role is available on a permanent basis.
Cumberland Council is proud to hold an Ofsted rating of 'Good for our Childrens Services, demonstrating our dedication and strong commitment to providing high-quality services for children and families. Ofsted recognised that staff unanimously report a real buzz about working in Cumberland and that they feel energised, valued and listened to, observing that leaders have established a strong Cumberland identity that staff can be proud of .
Who Were Looking For
Were looking for individuals who embody our organisation's core values: ambitious, collaborative, compassionate, empowering, and innovative. We believe in the power of these values to drive positive change, deliver excellent public services and shape a better future for our communities.
Were also about potential over perfection and we can help you grow in the role and thrive in your career.
Be sure to take a look at the post specification (below) for the essential criteria for this role.
Contact
For more information about the role or to arrange an informal chat prior to your application, please contact David Ross by email at
DBS Checks
This role requires a DBS check. The level of check for this role is - Enhanced DBS Check with a Childrens Barred List check.
Please note this role involves working in regulated activity with Children. It is an offence for people who are barred from working in regulated activity to apply for roles that require them to work unsupervised with Children.
Guaranteed Interviews
We offer a guaranteed interview to the following applicants
as long as your application can demonstrate you meet the essential criteria for the role.
- Those who consider themselves disabled as defined by the Equality Act 2010
- Those in care or who have left care and are aged 24 and under
- Armed forces veterans whose last long term substantive employer was the armed forces
If you meet one or more of the criteria above, and wish to be considered for this scheme, select 'yes' to the appropriate question during your application. Find out more.
Diversity, Inclusion & Adjustments
Were dedicated to enhancing the diversity of our workforce and we encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds. Thats why were a proud Disability Confident Employer and also an Age Friendly Employer to provide opportunities for everyone to thrive.
If you need any reasonable adjustments to participate in the recruitment process, please let either the hiring manager or our Resourcing Team know by emailing . While adjustments arent always guaranteed, well always listen and well try our best to accommodate your needs.
Application and Interview information
Closing date: 25th August 2025
Interview date: TBC
Please note this role may close early subject to demand. If youre interested in applying, you should apply well before the advised closing date. We cannot accept applications once the role has closed.
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