Statutory SEND Assistant Coordinator

• Suffolk County Council 
• Address: Endeavour house, Ipswich IP1 2BX - Hybrid
• Salary: £29,542 per annum (pro rata for part time)
• Hours: 37 hours, flexible working options available
• Contract: Fixed Term or Secondment until July 2027 due to maternity leave

We are focused on making a meaningful difference to communities across Suffolk. How? By listening to our people learning from what they say and creating a culture of mutual respect, where everyone works together to achieve great things. As an Assistant Coordinator in the Annual Review Triage Team, you’ll be as keen to collaborate and build a bright future as we are. So, to make a positive impact, connect with us and connect with a fantastic career.

Reimagine the possibilities.

Your role and responsibilities

As an Assistant Coordinator in the Annual Review Hub, a key part of your role will be to review and triage annual reviews, determining whether an Education, Health and Care Plan (EHCP) should be maintained, amended, or ceased in line with our internal triage principles.

This will provide you with the opportunity to:

• use your critical thinking and reflective practice skills to make informed decisions
• apply strong organisational skills to maintain accurate records and monitor outstanding reviews
• work collaboratively with colleagues to support positive outcomes for children and young people.

You will also coordinate annual reviews for children and young people who are not currently in a school setting. In this area of the role, you will:

• build positive relationships through effective communication and partnership working
• gather and coordinate information from children and young people, families, and professionals to ensure reviews are comprehensive and person-centred
• contribute to achieving the best possible outcomes for children and young people across Suffolk.

You will need

We are looking for someone who has:

• a Level 3 qualification or above, or equivalent experience in a relevant field
• evidence of continuing professional development (CPD)
• excellent verbal and written communication skills
• a positive attitude and willingness to learn, develop, and build new skills
• strong organisational skills, with the ability to prioritise and manage a varied workload effectively
• the ability to work accurately, maintain attention to detail, and meet deadlines in a busy environment.

You can view a full list of requirements in the Job and Person Profile (JPP), which you can find in the ‘How to apply’ section towards the bottom of this advert.

If you believe you can succeed in this role, apply. Even if you don't meet all requirements, still apply. We would appreciate the opportunity to consider your application.

The team

The Annual Review Team works alongside children and young people with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND), and their families, to coordinate and facilitate the review of Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCPs). We ensure that annual reviews are completed and processed efficiently, meeting all statutory requirements and deadlines to support positive outcomes for children and young people.

What We Offer

Our team is proud to offer:

• a collaborative and supportive approach, working closely with colleagues across Statutory SEND Services and the wider Children and Young People's Services
• a positive team culture that encourages mutual support, shared learning, and celebrating success together
• comprehensive guidance, training, and established processes to help you thrive in your role
• a commitment to recognising and valuing transferable skills, diverse experiences, and different perspectives
• an inclusive environment where everyone is encouraged to share ideas and contribute to continuous service improvement
• flexible hybrid working arrangements that support a healthy work-life balance

Empowering Everyone

We are big believers in potential, possibility and the power of different ideas. We are always searching for ways to encourage, respect and enable everyone to be the best they can be. We want to represent the diverse communities we serve. We welcome applications from all individuals, especially those from groups that are currently underrepresented in the organisation, as shown in our Workforce Equality Report.

For more information

Please contact Lizzie Girling (she /her) for a casual conversation. You can reach them by calling 01473260331 or emailing: [email protected]

If you want to apply for a secondment, read the secondment policy first. Make sure you get permission from your current manager before submitting your application.

How to apply

Step 1 - Read the Job and Person Profile (Word).

Step 2 - Click ‘Apply Now’ to start your online application.

Step 3 -Upload a supporting statement answering the following questions below (no more than 400 words per question). You should use the Supporting Statement template (Word).  

1. Tell us about a time when attention to detail was critical to completing a task accurately. What steps did you take to ensure accuracy, and what was the outcome?
2. Describe a situation where you had to manage multiple priorities or competing deadlines. How did you organise your workload, and how did you ensure all tasks were completed effectively?
3. Give an example of a time when you had to quickly learn a new system, process, or way of working. How did you approach the challenge, and what was the result?

Please note: Without a supporting statement, your interest will not be progressed. Any supporting documents must be in either PDF or MS Word format.

For guidance on completing your application, please see our How to Apply page. 

Planning to use Artificial Intelligence (AI)? Please ensure your application still reflects your own skills, experience and ideas. If used inappropriately, your application may not be processed. Please read our guidance for using AI to understand what’s acceptable.

Do you need any reasonable adjustments to help you to apply? If you are disabled and/or have additional support needs, you can request reasonable adjustments. You can do this by contacting our Recruitment Team at [email protected] or 03456 014412.  You can find examples of possible adjustments on our Reasonable Adjustment pages.  

Closing date: 11.30 pm, 29 September 2026.

Promoted as SPJ (Standard Plus Job) on Suffolk Jobs Direct.

This authority is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service) checks or police vetting will be required for relevant posts. #LI-Hybrid

About Us

As a modern and effective council, we offer a wide variety of careers to suit people with a range of skills, abilities and ambitions. We offer working options that flex to reflect the way people work today and take the time to understand and support your individual needs. We’re driven to make a positive difference to the world around us and encourage everyone with drive and focus to join us and build an influential and impactful career. Reimagine the possibilities.

In return, you’ll enjoy:

• up to 29 days annual leave entitlement (pro rata), plus UK bank holidays and two paid volunteering days
• membership of a competitive Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS)
• travel, lifestyle, health and wellbeing benefits
• performance-related annual pay progression, in addition to an annual cost-of-living pay increase
• training and encouragement to expand your knowledge
• a variety of career development opportunities across our organisation
• diverse and active staff networks
• flexible working options, with the right to request flexible working from your first day

If you want to know more about our benefits, values and equality commitments please visit our Suffolk County Council careers website (careers.Suffolk.gov.uk).