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Job reference VAC008903 Date posted 05/10/2026 Application closing date 20/10/2026 Location City Hall College Green City Centre Bristol BS1 5TR Salary BG9: £33,119 - £35,570 Package Blank Contractual hours 37 Basis Full time Job category/type Education Attachments Job Description.pdf Person Specification.pdf
Full Time, Permanent An exciting opportunity has arisen for an individual to work within the SEND Assessment, Planning and Review Team as an Assessment Coordinator.
You will act as the key point of contact on behalf of the local authority, for children and young person (0-25) with special educational needs and disability and their families who are going through the Education, Health and Care Needs Assessment Process.
You will be working with families and young people with special educational needs to ensure that they are at the centre of the process at all times, in the spirit of the Children and Families Act and The SEND Code of Practice.
Please note that this role is subject to an Enhanced DBS Check.
Why Bristol City Council? At Bristol City Council, we go that extra mile for our people; we offer a work environment which is fast moving and supportive, giving you the chance to use your skills and develop new ones within a high-profile organisation. For the majority of our roles hybrid working arrangements are available, giving teams the opportunity to work in a way that suits them, balancing service need and individual choice - mixing both home and office working.
Join us and you’ll receive an excellent rewards package including flexible working and flexitime, membership of the Local Government Pension scheme, and a generous annual leave allowance. In addition, you’ll be working in a supportive environment where you’ll have the chance to make Bristol a better place and contribute to its future.
We're a Disability Confident employer which means we value recruiting and retaining disabled people. Any job applicants who consider themselves to be disabled and meet the essential criteria in the Person Specification are guaranteed an interview. We'll make reasonable adjustments throughout the interview process and provide continued workplace support throughout your career.
Shortlisting will take place on 22 October.
Interviews will take place on 06 November.
Bristol City Council strives to have a workforce that reflects the communities it serves, we are therefore committed to ensuring diversity in our hiring process. We welcome, develop and promote people from all sections of the community. Appointments will be made on merit.
Thepersonal information section (including your name) you’ll complete as part of the application form will not be visible to hiring managers, but is used confidentially to make sure that everyone is treated fairly.
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SEND Assessment Coordinator employer: Bristol City Council
Bristol City Council is an exceptional employer dedicated to fostering an inclusive and supportive work environment. With a strong commitment to employee development, hybrid working options, and a comprehensive rewards package, including generous annual leave and pension benefits, you will have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the lives of children and families in Bristol. Join us in championing inclusive education and driving positive change within our vibrant community.
