EHCP (Education, Health and Care Plan) Social Care Officer (Fixed Term Contract 12 months)

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Please apply online via the link provided.

Please note, we do not accept CVs submitted without a fully completed online application form.

We are excited to offer a brand new opportunity for two EHCP (Education, Health and Care Plan) Social Care Officers on a full time, 12 month fixed term/secondment basis.

(Any successful internal candidate will be offered the position as a secondment and, in line with Section 8.1 of the Secondment Policy, must consult with their manager before applying. Search ‘secondment policy’ on the intranet for more information).

At Bracknell Forest, we pride ourselves on being a council which is stable and well-managed where our employees can thrive in a supportive environment. We understand the importance of a healthy work-life balance and offer a variety of flexible working practices, including options for remote working and arrangements that allow you to work from home, dependent on the needs of the service.

If you would like an informal chat or a tour of the office prior to submitting your application, please contact helen.gore@bracknell-forest.gov.uk to arrange a suitable time.

About you...

The newly created role of EHCP (Education, Health and Care Plan) Social Care Officer, will play a vital part in supporting children and young people with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND), and their families, right at our front door and across Children’s Social Care teams.

Are you passionate about making a difference for children and young people with SEND?

Are you looking to build a meaningful career in this field? If so, Bracknell Forest could be the perfect place for you to help drive positive change. We value enthusiasm and commitment just as much as experience, and we are looking for individuals who embody our values and behaviours.

We have high aspirations for the children and families we support, and they are at the heart of everything we do. To achieve the best outcomes, we need professionals who are dedicated to meeting the diverse needs of children and young people with additional needs.

As a EHCP Social Care Officer, you will have experience or training in working with children and young people with SEND and their families, along with excellent administration and ICT skills.

About the team...

You will be working within our Multi-Agency Safeguarding Hub (MASH) and collaboratively across all the Children’s Social Care teams.

This is a fantastic time to join us as we continue to evolve and grow our service. This role offers excellent opportunities for professional development and career progression.

We are a small, welcoming and friendly local authority, committed to working closely together to achieve the best for our children. We are proud of our inclusive and connected culture, with a strong emphasis on wellbeing and belonging.

We are Ofsted rated ‘Outstanding,’ with Ofsted recognising that at Bracknell Forest Council, “Children who need help and protection in Bracknell Forest receive a consistently high-quality service”

Key responsibilities...

• Lead on social care assessments as part of the Education, Health and Care (EHC) Plan process.
• Work collaboratively with children, young people, families, schools, health professionals, and other partners.
• Ensure timely progression of EHC social care assessments and plans.
• Deliver effective interventions that support children within their families and improve outcomes.

Our benefits...

• 25 days annual leave increasing to 28 days after 3 years’ continuous service, with the opportunity to buy up to 10 and sell up to 5 days.
• Hybrid working opportunities to support your wellbeing and work-life balance.
• Paid employee volunteering scheme.
• Local government pension scheme, with life insurance cover.
• Recognition of continuous service attained within the NHS and UKHSA when calculating some benefits. (Terms and Conditions apply)
• Career development through internal and external training opportunities.
• Enhanced maternity, paternity, adoption and fostering leave.
• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) to support your health and wellbeing
• Inclusive and social working environment with a variety of staff networks and a sports and social club.

Find out more about all our benefits or see the candidate pack.

Our values...

At Bracknell Forest Council our values define who we are and what is important to us. Our core values are inclusive, ambitious, and always learning. These values influence the way we work with each other and the way we serve our residents and engage with our communities. We make our values real by demonstrating them in how we behave every day. If you are excited about joining a diverse team that celebrates learning and strives for excellence, we would love to hear from you.

Reasonable adjustments...

We are committed to ensuring an inclusive recruitment process for all applicants. If you require any reasonable adjustments to support your application or interview, please let us know by contacting recruitment@bracknell-forest.gov.uk. We will work with you to support you throughout the process. Find out more about reasonable adjustments.

Interview date

Interviews will be held on 25th November 2025

Interviews will be conducted in person, providing candidates with the chance to personally meet the team and experience our work environment.

We will be reviewing applications regularly and reserve the right to close the advert early if suitable candidates are identified. To avoid disappointment, you are advised to submit your application as soon as possible.

Please note AI is prohibited during the interview, any candidate using AI will be withdrawn from consideration.

Want to ask us a question?

For an informal discussion or to ask any questons about this role, please contact:

Nicki Forget, Designated Social Care Officer (DSCO)

Tel.: 07880425561

Bracknell Forest Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect everyone employed with us to share this commitment. All successful candidates for this role will be subject to a DBS (Disclosure & Barring Service) check as part of our pre-employment checks process.

We can only accept applications from candidates currently residing in the UK.

Candidates currently residing in the UK who require sponsorship to work are encouraged to assess their eligibility for a Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS) based on the relevant criteria. Please be aware that sponsorship availability varies and is subject to eligibility requirements and budget limitations. As a result, we cannot guarantee sponsorship for all roles and will evaluate sponsorship requests on a case-by-case basis.

No agencies please