EHC Assessment and Review Officer


Company:	inploi
Salary:	Competitive
Hours:	Full-time
Location:	Rochdale, OL16 1XU
Job type:	Permanent
Posting date:	3 Aug 2026
Closing date:	2 Sept 2026

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Summary

Are you experienced in working with children, young people, and families with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND)? We have an exciting opportunity for an individual to join the Rochdale EHC Team on a permanent contract in the post of EHC Assessment and Review Officer.

Are you passionate about working in a service which makes a difference to the lives of the residents of our borough?

Our workforce is our biggest asset and a lot has been done which we are really proud of, but there is a lot still to do. We are looking for amazing people who share our vision and values to join our team.

This post is 1 year fixed term

The successful applicant should be: -

Experienced in the field of SEND and developing EHC Plans.

Passionate about delivering high quality services for children and young people with SEND.

Knowledgeable of the regulations for SEND.

Effective at analysing and summarising information to prepare clear and concise reports.

Highly organised, with meticulous attention to detail.

An excellent communicator, confident in liaising with various stakeholders - including parents, schools, local authorities, internal and external agencies.

A team player, able to manage a fast-paced workload.

If you would like a discussion regarding this position please do not hesitate to contact

Charlotte Keegan charlotte.keegan2@rochdale.gov.uk

The Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects staff to share this commitment.

Appointment to this post is subject to an enhanced DBS including a barred list check child workforce

Rochdale Borough Council is a great place to work. Please click here for information on Number One Riverside and the borough of Rochdale.

At Rochdale Borough Council we are committed to our Values and Behaviours.

· Proud of the difference we make

· Passionate about the diversities of the Borough

· Pioneering and open in our approach

To apply please demonstrate how you meet the essential requirements of the person specification attached below.

Please include reference to your qualifications that are specified on the person specification within your application.

This organisation has signed up to the Greater Manchester Continuous Service Commitment. This means we will recognise your continuous or ‘unbroken’ service in any Greater Manchester local authority or NHS organisation, Transport for Greater Manchester, Greater Manchester Fire and Rescue Service or Greater Manchester Combined Authority; giving you access to our service-related benefits.

The successful postholder will be expected to undertake a certain amount of travelling in the course of duties for which a casual user car allowance is payable.

Unfortunately, we are unable to offer sponsorship for this role.