Administration Assistant SEND

The GORSE Academies Trust; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 18,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Teacher/local government pension

Employee Assistance Programme

Cycle to work scheme

Job summary

Qualifications

• GCSE English and Maths grade 4/C or higher.
• Strong communication, organisational and ICT skills.
• Experience in administrative environment or with young people.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Professional approach with a strong commitment to confidentiality and inclusion.

Responsibilities

• Provide administrative support to the SEND department and SENDCo.
• Maintain accurate records and coordinate SEND processes.
• Liaise with parents and external agencies.
• Assist in delivering high-quality provision for students with additional needs.

Skills

Strong communication

Organisation

ICT skills

Independent and team working

Confidentiality & inclusion

Education

GCSE English & Maths (4/C or above)

Job description

Start date to be agreed with the successful candidate

Bruntcliffe Academy is seeking to appoint a highly organised and professional Administrative Assistant – SEND to provide administrative support to the SEND department. Working closely with the SENDCo and wider inclusion team, the successful candidate will help coordinate SEND processes, maintain accurate records, liaise with parents and external agencies, and support the delivery of high-quality provision for students with additional needs. This is an excellent opportunity for a committed individual who is passionate about supporting young people to achieve their full potential.

Potential applicants should have:

• GCSE Grade 4/C or above (or equivalent) in English and Mathematics.
• Strong communication, organisational and ICT skills.
• Experience of working in an administrative environment or with young people.
• The ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• A professional approach with a strong commitment to confidentiality and inclusion.

What we offer you

As a trust, we want to ensure that professionals at every stage in their career have the opportunity to enjoy expert support and training. We are pleased to offer a generous benefits package to our team – as we work together to create a rewarding future for all including:

• Membership of a teacher or local government pension scheme, depending on the role.
• A commitment to continued investment in our professionals, supporting every member of staff throughout their career in the trust.
• Access to an Employee Assistance Programme which provides confidential professional advice and support 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
• £2k Cycle to work scheme.

About us

Bruntcliffe Academy is proud to be a high performing and inclusive school which is popular and respected by families in our city region. Five Core values define Bruntcliffe Academy’s ethos: Community, Productivity, Inclusivity, Integrity and Ambition. Embracing these values enables our pupils to flourish in an environment which cultivates intellectual enquiry and is one free from cynicism. Our pupils are encouraged to play an active part within the academy and local community, shaping their experience and forging a path of excellence for all.

If you would like to know more about our academy, please visit our website at Bruntcliffe Academy .

If you are shortlisted for interview, the interview will take place in person at Bruntcliffe Academy, Bruntcliffe Lane, Morley, Leeds, LS27 0LZ. If you are unable to attend an in‑person interview, please consider whether you are able to make suitable arrangements to attend, as remote interviews are not routinely offered.

We are committed to creating an inclusive and accessible recruitment process, and we welcome applications from people with disabilities as defined by the Equality Act. If you would benefit from any adjustments during the application or interview process, please inform us so we can support you appropriately.

We arecommitted to safeguarding the welfare of children and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be subject to full employment checks, including an enhanced DBS disclosure and barring service check. We promote diversity and aim to establish a workforce that reflects the population of Leeds.

Employment is conditional on confirmation of the right to work in the UK – either as a UK or Irish citizen, under the EU Settlement scheme or having secured any other relevant work visa.

Please note that, as a sponsor licence holder, we only provide sponsorship for teacher vacancies.

Hours: 37 hours per week, term time only + 1 working week

Closing Date: 25 September 2026, 9am

Interview Date: Week commencing 28 September or 5 October 2026