Job Introduction
We’re excited to be recruiting EHCNA Officers to join our fantastic Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) service. We have multiple opportunities available following the conclusion of a recent restructuring of our services and these roles will be integral to on going focused work to improve the quality and timeliness of our SEND services.
The starting salary for these positions is £30,647 per annum based on a 36-hour working week.
This role is open to hybrid working. As a team we split our time between working from home and collaborating together in the office, for a minimum of two days per week. We also aim for visits to schools and settings across Surrey on a regular basis, as we continue to build upon our collaborative working. The office base for these roles is Victoria Gate in Woking.

JOIN OUR SEND SERVICE – MAKE A REAL DIFFERENCE

We’re looking for compassionate, knowledgeable, and proactive individuals who can build trusted relationships and communicate clearly. Our young people want adults who listen, explain things honestly, and keep them at the centre of every decision. Parents and carers value empathy, strong organisational skills, and a deep understanding of SEND legislation and diverse needs. Schools need consistent, accessible professionals who are experts in SEND and can guide them through the system with clarity and confidence. If you’re committed to collaboration, advocacy, and making things happen, we’d love to hear from you.

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At Surrey Local Authority, we’re committed to providing excellent support for children and young people with SEND. Our SEND services work together to deliver timely, effective support that leads to positive outcomes. We focus on building strong, respectful relationships with families, schools, and partner organisations, with relational and restorative working practices underpinning all our work.
As an EHCNA Officer, you’ll join a newly established countywide Education Health & Care (EHC) Needs Assessment team. You will manage casework related to the 20-week EHC Needs Assessment process, engaging with families and education providers to facilitate informed discussions. Using a person-centred approach, you will ensure statutory assessment deadlines are met. You’ll coordinate input from Education, Health, and Care services to ensure each child receives the right support for their needs. You will draft EHCPs, ensuring they are clear, accurate, and high quality. Reflective practice and continuous improvement are key to this role, and you’ll be part of a team that puts the child at the centre of everything we do.

We’re looking for people who:

• Communicate clearly and confidently, both in writing and in person
• Are well-organised and able to manage deadlines
• Are passionate about improving outcomes for children and young people
• Work well with others and build strong relationships
• Use feedback and data to improve the quality of their work

By working in close collaboration with children’s Social Care, Health, parents/carers and families, as well as schools, your impact will help us to achieve the best outcomes for the children we support.