Job Description

| Salary £46,142 – £51,356, Per annum | Permanent, Full Time, 37 hours per week | Pro Rata

Senior SEND EHCP Officer

Inclusion Service – Lancashire County Council
Salary: £46,142 – £51,356
Location: Lancashire (Hybrid / Countywide)

Lead Complex Casework. Influence Practice. Help Shape Better Outcomes for Children with SEND.

If you’re an experienced SEND professional ready to take the lead on complex casework while helping others develop their practice, this role offers the opportunity to make a real difference at both individual and service level.

Lancashire’s Inclusion Service is strengthening its SEND workforce to ensure children and young people receive timely, high‑quality, person‑centred support. We are committed to inclusive practice, strong multi‑agency collaboration and continuous improvement across the SEND system.

As a Senior SEND EHCP Officer, you will play a pivotal role in delivering statutory SEND services — leading complex EHCP work, supporting colleagues, and contributing to service improvement that benefits families across the county.

This is a role for someone who combines technical expertise with confidence, compassion and professional leadership.

About the Role

As Senior SEND EHCP Officer, you will manage a complex caseload of children and young people aged 0–25, overseeing the full Education, Health and Care (EHC) process from assessment through to review, transition and, where appropriate, cessation. You will ensure plans are legally compliant, high‑quality and delivered within statutory timescales.

You will lead and chair reviews, contribute to and support tribunal preparation, mediation and panel decision‑making, and resolve complex issues through effective partnership working with families, settings and multi‑agency professionals. Your work will include supporting transitions between key stages and into adulthood.

Alongside your own caseload, you will provide guidance, mentoring and technical support to SEND EHCP Officers, contributing to consistent, high‑quality practice across the service. You will deliver technical training, support peer learning and play an active role in service‑wide improvement initiatives aligned with Lancashire’s Vision for SEND.

This is a role where your expertise will shape outcomes — not just for individual children, but for the service as a whole.

About You

You will bring strong experience working with children, young people and families — ideally within SEND — alongside a deep understanding of SEND legislation, the Children and Families Act 2014, the SEND Code of Practice and safeguarding responsibilities.

You are confident managing complexity, analysing professional advice, making balanced judgements and producing clear, detailed EHCPs and reports. You communicate effectively with families and professionals, even in challenging situations, and you are able to influence, challenge and resolve issues constructively.

You enjoy supporting colleagues, sharing knowledge and promoting best practice. You are organised, resilient and able to manage competing priorities while maintaining high standards of accuracy, quality and professionalism.

You will hold a professional or degree‑level qualification or equivalent experience. This is an essential car user post, and you must be able to provide a vehicle insured for business use.

Why Join Us?

A workplace built on trust, balance and flexibility

We offer hybrid working, flexible hours and a culture that prioritises wellbeing. You’ll receive 26 days’ annual leave (rising to 32 with service), 10 bank holidays and the option to purchase additional leave. You’ll also benefit from the Local Government Pension Scheme, access to our Employee Assistance Programme and a wide range of staff discounts and salary‑sacrifice benefits.

Development that grows with you

You’ll access ongoing CPD, specialist SEND development, regular supervision and opportunities to influence training and service improvement. We actively support professional growth and progression within the Inclusion Service.

A culture grounded in inclusivity

We value collaboration, reflective practice and diverse perspectives. You’ll be part of a supportive service where expertise is shared, voices are respected and staff are empowered to deliver the best possible outcomes for children and young people.

How to Apply

Please use your application to demonstrate how you meet the criteria outlined in the Job Description and Person Specification. Attach your supporting statement and resume. We’re excited to welcome an experienced SEND professional who shares our commitment to inclusive, high‑quality statutory practice.

Closing Date: Sunday 30th May 2026
Interviews: TBC

Please ensure you have uploaded and attached your supporting statement to evidence how you meet the criteria for the role. The panel may be unable to shortlist you for interview without this evidence.

The post you are applying for is covered by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (as amended in 2013). If successful you will be required to apply to the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) for a 'disclosure'. Further information can be found on the 'Our Recruitment Process' tab.

You will be required to provide a car for use in connection with the duties of this post and must be insured for business use. However, we may consider you if you cannot drive because of a disability.

and Person Specification