Gosforth Group are a thriving and ambitious Multi Academy Trust, committed to excellence in education, where all students are valued equally, regardless of their background or ability. 

‘Create your future’ encapsulates our purpose as a Multi Academy Trust: to educate, support and nurture all of our students so they can achieve their potential and fulfil their ambitious aspirations.

We are extremely proud of what we have achieved so far and as a collective group, we have an ambitious vision for future growth. Currently, the Gosforth Group comprises of 6 academies, providing education to approx. 6000 students in middle, secondary and post 16-settings, across Newcastle upon Tyne and North Tyneside. We employ over approx. 650 colleagues across the group, who are responsible for creating and sustaining a culture of empowerment, growth and unrivalled support, making the Gosforth Group a special place to both work and learn.

About the role

Gosforth Group require an enthusiastic and proactive EHCP Coordinator to support our SEND Coordinators across our schools. The Education, Health and Care (EHC) Coordinator is responsible for organising the relevant documentation of the EHC Needs Assessment and review of an EHCP processes. The post holder will maintain a caseload, set up and maintain positive and professional working relationships and work in partnership with families, education settings, health and social care services, whilst ensuring compliance with relevant legislation.

What we are looking for

You'll be an experienced SEND professional who understands SEND EHCP casework with an excellent understanding of the SEND Code of Practice. You will thrive on collaboration, striving to maintain exceptional working relationships with colleagues across the Trust and the local authorities our schools are based. You will be a confident communicator, with the ability to communicate with diverse audiences, proven experience of all aspects of managing a complex administrative process. 

You will have a calm, well organised and methodical nature, with the ability to work professionally to strict deadlines, responding effectively and efficiently to challenges of the role, bringing vision and drive to make things happen.   

Finally, the safety of our pupils is non-negotiable, therefore it is essential that the successful post holder is committed to child protection and safeguarding.

What we can offer you 

• A competitive salary 
• Generous annual leave 
• NHS car lease scheme  
• Benefits including; excellent pension scheme, cycle to work scheme, free on-site parking. 
• An opportunity to work with highly-skilled professionals 
• Enthusiastic and motivated students 
• An exciting and extensive commitment to professional development 
• A school with its community at heart 
• An exciting programme of staff well-being activities.  
• Wider career development opportunities to be involved across the Gosforth Group 

If you are interested in this opportunity to join the Central Services team at the Gosforth Group, you can find out more about the role and the essential requirements in the job description and person specification.

If you would like to discuss this vacancy further, or you are unable to complete the online application form and require this in another format please contact us by email: hr@ga.newcastle.sch.uk.

Applications are shortlisted for interview as they are received, and so early application is encouraged. We reserve the right to commence the interview process and close the vacancy prior to this date. 

Following the shortlisting process, where applicable, candidates who attend interview will be reimbursed reasonable expenses for travel and accommodation. 

The Trust is committed to equality, inclusion and diversity and welcomes applications from all suitably qualified candidates.