EHC Plan Writer

Grade E scp 11 £29,071 to scp 17 £32,046
Contract: permanent
Hours: 37 per week
Essential qualification: Minimum of a Level 4 qualification or significant proven experience relevant to the job.
Interview date: Week commencing 19 October 2026
For further information about this role, contact: Michelle.patton@bolton.gov.uk

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The Role

This is a fantastic opportunity to join Bolton's SEND Assessment Service as we prepare for the next phase of national SEND reform. With significant developments ahead, we are looking for passionate, committed individuals who want to play a key role in shaping services and improving outcomes for children and young people.
Our SEND Assessment Service is a supportive, forward-thinking team dedicated to ensuring children and young people with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) receive the right support at the right time. We are proud that children and young people with SEND in Bolton typically experience positive outcomes and support, as recognised in the Local Area SEND Inspection (June 2024).

In this rewarding role, you will work alongside experienced SEND Officers to support Education, Health and Care (EHC) Needs Assessments and the development and review of Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCPs). Every piece of work you undertake will contribute to helping children and young people achieve their potential and access the support they need to thrive.

You will also play an important role in the Annual Review process, working with families, schools, colleges and professionals to ensure that plans remain effective and continue to meet the changing needs and aspirations of children and young people.

At Bolton, relationships are at the heart of everything we do. You will build positive partnerships with families and professionals across education, health and social care, helping them navigate statutory processes with confidence and ensuring that children and young people remain at the centre of decision-making.

This role is ideal for someone who is organised, compassionate and committed to making a real difference. In return, you will join a welcoming and knowledgeable team where collaboration, professional development and continuous improvement are valued. Most importantly, you will have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the lives of children, young people and their families every day.

About You

We are looking for someone who is passionate about making a difference to the lives of children and young people with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND). Whether you already have experience working within SEND or are looking to further develop your career in this rewarding field, you will share our commitment to achieving the best possible outcomes for children, young people and their families.

You will be a highly organised and motivated individual who thrives in a busy environment and takes pride in delivering high-quality work. With excellent attention to detail and strong organisational skills, you will be able to manage competing priorities, work to statutory timescales and maintain a child-centred approach in everything you do.

We are looking for someone who is confident communicating with a wide range of people and can build positive, professional relationships quickly. You will be able to explain complex information clearly and sensitively, both verbally and in writing, helping families and professionals navigate the SEND process with confidence. Strong ICT skills and a willingness to learn and adapt are essential.

Working in SEND is both rewarding and challenging. You will be resilient, solution-focused and able to remain calm under pressure, using your initiative to overcome challenges and support positive outcomes. Most importantly, you will be someone who values teamwork, collaboration and partnership working, recognising that the best outcomes are achieved when we work together.

At Bolton, relationships are at the heart of everything we do. We are proud of our supportive team culture and are looking for someone who shares our values, brings enthusiasm and positivity to their work, and is committed to making a meaningful difference every day.

If you are passionate about supporting children and young people with SEND, enjoy building strong relationships, and want to be part of a team that is shaping the future of SEND services, we would love to hear from you.

About Us
This is your opportunity to join us at an exciting time as we have strong ambitions for the borough.

Bolton is a great place to work. We are a welcoming organisation that wants to contribute to a place where people feel active, connected and prosperous. We are passionate about improving the outcomes and experience of Bolton people. We want Bolton to be a vibrant place built on strong cohesive communities, successful businesses and healthy, engaged residents.

As an employer we want to thank our employees for their hard work and commitment, by giving them the opportunity to access a range of exclusive rewards and benefits, including discounts and exclusive gym membership prices and salary sacrifice schemes. In addition, we offer a generous annual leave allowance, flexible work opportunities, access to a Pension Scheme, as well as a range of employee wellbeing and support services.

Our Values are really important to us, read all about them below, along with all our great staff benefits, the job description/person specification for the role and the important legal bits, and our Top Tips too.

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This post is a designated customer facing role under the fluency duty and requires a specified level of spoken English as per the person specification.

This organisation has signed up to the Greater Manchester Continuous Service Commitment. That means we will recognise your continuous or ‘unbroken’ service in any Greater Manchester local authority or NHS organisation that has signed the commitment, Transport for Greater Manchester, Greater Manchester Fire and Rescue Service or Greater Manchester Combined Authority, giving you access to our service-related benefits. Please see the home page of greater.jobs for more information.

For more information about working for Bolton Council, please see greater.jobs; for advice and support with your application, contact recruitment@bolton.gov.uk