This is a key post within our Inclusion Team. The successful candidate will bring expert knowledge of SEND processes, an exceptional eye for detail and the confidence to lead and develop others. With the introduction of a new Inclusion Administration Assistant, this role includes increased leadership, oversight and line‑management responsibilities, ensuring consistency, quality and statutory compliance across all SEND administration.

The Senior Early Help & Inclusion Support Administrator will:

• Lead and quality‑assure all SEND administrative systems, ensuring statutory documentation, deadlines and records are accurate, compliant and robust
• Coordinate and oversee EHCP processes, Annual Reviews and liaison with the Local Authority
• Support Early Help processes, including referrals, tracking interventions and maintaining strong communication with families
• Act as a key professional contact for parents/carers, staff and external agencies
• Line‑manage and support administrative colleagues within the Inclusion Team, providing training, guidance and ongoing professional development
• Work closely with the SENCo to review systems, improve workflows and support audits, reviews and reporting

This is a role for someone who combines expert operational competence with strong people skills, and who is committed to improving outcomes for children and young people with SEND.

You will:

• Have significant experience in SEND administration or a similar school‑based support role
• Demonstrate in‑depth understanding of SEND legislation, including EHCPs, Annual Reviews and the SEND Code of Practice
• Be highly organised, accurate and confident managing multiple deadlines in a fast‑paced environment
• Have experience supporting or overseeing colleagues and contributing to team development
• Communicate with clarity, professionalism and empathy, particularly when working with families and external professionals
• Be confident using data, management information systems and digital record‑keeping tools
• Share a strong commitment to inclusion, safeguarding and equal opportunities

We offer:

• Salary commensurate to your experience
• A strong and ongoing CPD program
• Opportunities for career development and progression
• Teachers’ pension scheme
• Use of the onsite gym
• A Senior Team that are keen to drive school improvement and are open to innovation and creative thinking
• A strong commitment to staff wellbeing

The Four Cs MAT is committed to safeguarding and protecting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All appointments involve regulated activity and are subject to an Enhanced DBS disclosure, Barred Check List and two successful references. Online searches are carried out on all shortlisted candidates.

If you would like to discuss this opportunity further, or arrange a tour of our school, please contact Aimee Sharpe (SENDCO) via email at a.sharpe@kenstimpson.org.uk.