EHCP Case Work Assistant

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Organisation

Kirklees

Directorate

Children & Families

Service Area

Learning & Inclusion

Hours

37

Number of Jobs

2

Location(s)

Across Kirklees

Position type

Permanent

Grade

Grade 6

Salary

£27,274 - £29,071

Advert Wording

Are you looking for a rewarding new challenge where you can make a real difference to the lives of children and young people?

Do you have excellent organisational skills, a passion for helping others, and the ability to build positive relationships with families and professionals? If so, we would love to hear from you.

The Kirklees EHCP Team is looking for enthusiastic and dedicated EHCP Casework Assistant to join our friendly, supportive, and forward-thinking team. This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in supporting children and young people with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND), helping to ensure they receive the right support to achieve their full potential.

As an EHCP Casework Assistant, you will work closely with children, young people, their families, schools, educational settings, and a wide range of professionals to support statutory SEND processes. You will provide essential administrative and casework support throughout the Education, Health and Care Plan (EHCP) journey, helping to ensure that children and young people receive timely and effective support.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Providing high-quality administrative support across the EHCP process.
• Communicating with families, schools, educational settings, and partner agencies.
• Coordinating information and documentation required for statutory assessments and reviews.
• Supporting compliance with statutory SEND timescales and processes.
• Maintaining accurate case records and data management systems.
• Working collaboratively with colleagues and professionals to achieve positive outcomes for children and young people.

This is a new, varied, and engaging role within our evolving EHCP Team, offering the opportunity to develop your skills and gain valuable experience in a rewarding area of work.

When you join us, you will become part of a welcoming, supportive, and experienced team that is passionate about improving outcomes for children and young people with SEND. We pride ourselves on creating a positive working environment where colleagues support one another, share knowledge, and celebrate successes together.

We offer:

• A friendly and inclusive team culture.
• Opportunities for learning, development, and professional growth.
• Meaningful work that makes a genuine difference to families and communities.
• A collaborative working environment where your ideas and contributions are valued.
• The chance to be part of a service committed to continuous improvement and excellence.

About You

We are looking for someone who:

• Has excellent communication and organisational skills.
• Can work effectively with a range of stakeholders, including families and professionals.
• Has strong attention to detail and the ability to manage competing priorities.
• Is committed to delivering excellent customer service.
• Enjoys working as part of a team while also being confident working independently.
• Shares our commitment to improving outcomes for children and young people with SEND.

Make a Difference with Us

If you are looking for a rewarding role where no two days are the same, and you want to be part of a dedicated team making a positive impact on the lives of children, young people, and families across Kirklees, we would love to hear from you.

Join us and help shape brighter futures for children and young people with SEND.

Rachel Griffiths is the manager for this role, please contact them on 01484 221000 for an informal discussion, or if you need any more information. This job is subject to a DBS check at the appropriate level, please refer to the Job Description/Profile. A conviction may not exclude candidates from appointment but will be considered as part of the recruitment process. We know there’s a wealth of talent among people who have a disability and we encourage applications from people with all differing abilities. So, if you need any supportcompleting an application form, or any other format for the application or Job Description please contact the Recruitment Team for help by email:jobs@kirklees.gov.ukor phone: 01484 221000 and ask for ‘Recruitment’. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of vulnerable adults and children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We encourage you to read our AI Guidance before submitting your application to ensure your supporting statements reflect your own authentic experience.

Closing date

11 October 2026, 11:55 PM

Important Information

Job profile/description

EHCP Case Work Assistant.pdf – 234KB