SEN Administrator at Larwood School

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Job Reference #

EDV/2026/LS/00626

Location

Larwood Drive, Stevenage, Hertfordshire, SG1 5BZ

Contract Type

Permanent

Contract Term

Full-Time

Salary

£26,113.00 - £28,024.00 Annually (Actual)

Hours Per Week

Weeks Per Year

Closing Date

Midnight, Fri 8th May, 2026

Start Date

1st June 2026

Positions Available

Positions Available 1

Interview Date(s)

Week commencing 11th May

Interview Date(s) Week commencing 11th May

About this Role

About Us

Larwood School is a specialist setting committed to transforming the lives of children and young people with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs, alongside pupils with additional SEND needs including autism. We are proud of our nurturing, ambitious and inclusive approach, with a strong reputation for helping pupils succeed both academically and personally.

Based in Stevenage, with an expanding satellite provision in Dunstable, we are looking to appoint a highly organised, professional and compassionate SEN Administrator to join our dedicated team.

The Role

This is a varied and rewarding role, providing high-quality administrative support to the school’s SEND systems and wider office functions. The successful candidate will play a key role in ensuring accurate records, effective communication with families and professionals, and smooth day-to-day administration across the school.

The post will also include supporting attendance processes and providing general administrative cover when required.

Key Responsibilities

SEND Administration

Maintain accurate and confidential pupil SEND records.
Support the administration of EHCP annual reviews, consultations and related paperwork.
Liaise with parents/carers, local authorities and external agencies.
Assist leaders with tracking documentation, reports and pupil information.
Ensure statutory deadlines are met and documentation is compliant.

Attendance Support

Support daily attendance monitoring processes.
Contact families regarding absences and follow up unexplained absences.
Produce attendance reports and assist leaders in improving pupil attendance.
Work closely with pastoral and safeguarding teams where attendance concerns arise.

General Administration

Provide reception/office cover as required.
Respond to calls, emails and visitor enquiries professionally.
Support with filing, data entry, letters and general office systems.
Assist with school events, meetings and communication.
Provide occasional administrative support to the Dunstable satellite provision.

About You

We are looking for someone who:

Has excellent administrative and organisational skills.
Is confident using Microsoft Office and school management systems (or able to learn quickly).
Has strong attention to detail and can manage multiple priorities.
Communicates warmly and professionally with families and professionals.
Understands the importance of confidentiality and safeguarding.
Is calm, resilient and able to work in a busy school environment.
Ideally has experience working in education or SEND settings.

Why Join Larwood School?

Be part of a supportive and values-driven team.
Make a real difference to children and families.
Opportunities for training and professional development.
Work across an innovative and growing specialist provision.
A rewarding role where no two days are the same.

Safeguarding

Larwood School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All appointments are subject to enhanced DBS checks, references and safer recruitment procedures.

How to Apply

To apply, please submit your application form and covering letter explaining why you are suitable for the role. Early applications are encouraged as we reserve the right to close this vacancy once sufficient applications have been received.