SEND Administrative Assistant

We are looking to recruit a SEND Admin Assistant who will support the SENDCo and the wider SEND team in providing administrative assistance to ensure the effective delivery of support to students with special educational needs and disabilities. This is an important role that involves maintaining accurate records, communicating with parents and external agencies, and providing general administrative support to enhance the educational experience of all SEND students.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist the SENDCo with day-to-day administrative tasks related to SEND provision.

• Maintain up-to-date and accurate records of students' SEND needs, including assessments, reports, interventions and Health and Care Plans (EHCP’s).

• Prepare and distribute documents for SEND meetings, reviews, and assessments.

• Handle confidential information with care and in accordance with data protection regulations (GDPR).

• Assist in coordinating and scheduling SEND reviews, assessments, and meetings.

• Collect, Collate and input data related to specific students and their needs.

• Act as a point of contact for parents, teachers, and external agencies regarding SEND matters.

• Communicate effectively with families and ensure that they are kept informed about their child's progress and any changes in provision.

• Liaise with external agencies, including speech therapists, occupational therapists, and educational psychologists, to coordinate support for students.

• Support the SEND department in ensuring that all necessary documentation is available for termly audits and inspections.

This role is an excellent opportunity for someone with a keen interest in SEND provision and a passion for supporting students in an administrative capacity. The successful candidate will be an essential part of the team working to ensure all students have the support they need to thrive academically and socially.

Hours:               14 – 18 hours per week (flexible working) - to be discussed at interview. 39 weeks per annum (Term time + 5 INSET days)

Salary:              Level 2A (£12.45 per hour)

 Qualifications:  GCSE English at grade A – C or equivalent

For more details or to apply, please visit www.biggleswadeacademy.org/jobs.  If you have any questions about the role, please email vacancies@biggleswadeacademy.org or call 01767 660 515

Biggleswade Academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff to share this commitment.  Applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the DBS (Disclosure Barring Service). In line with Keeping Children safe in Education, online searches will be undertaken for all prospective shortlisted candidates.

We reserve the right to appoint before the closing date.