SEN Admin - Stafford

Teaching Personnel; Stafford; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Teaching Personnel is recruiting a SEN Administrator for a school in Stafford (ST17). You will provide essential administrative support to the SENCO and department, handling confidential pupil records and coordinating EHCPs, reviews, and deadlines.

The role involves liaising with staff, parents, local authorities and external professionals, updating MIS databases, preparing reports and ensuring GDPR compliance. A strong organised, proactive communicator with MS Office skills is ideal.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in an administrative role.
• Excellent organisational and time management skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• High level of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Ability to manage confidential information with discretion.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel and Outlook.
• Ability to prioritise workloads and work independently.
• A positive, proactive and professional approach.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive administrative support to the SENCO and SEN department.
• Maintain accurate and confidential pupil records and SEN documentation.
• Coordinate and monitor Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCPs), annual reviews and statutory deadlines.
• Prepare reports, meeting documentation and correspondence.
• Arrange meetings with parents, carers, local authorities and external professionals.
• Liaise with teaching staff and external agencies to gather and distribute relevant information.
• Update school management systems and maintain accurate databases.
• Ensure compliance with SEND legislation, school policies and GDPR requirements.
• Respond professionally to enquiries from parents, staff and external agencies.
• Support the smooth day-to-day operation of the SEN department.

Skills

Admin exp

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Discretion with info

MS Office (Word/Excel/Outlook)

Prioritisation & independence

Professional approach

Tools

SIMS

Arbor

Bromcom

Job description

SEN Administrator – Stafford – ST17

Job Title: SEN Administrator Location: Stafford – ST17 Contract: Full-Time, Permanent Salary: £28,000–£32,000 per annum, depending on experience (DOE)

We are recruiting on behalf of a welcoming and supportive school in Stafford for an experienced and organised SEN Administrator. This is an excellent opportunity to play a vital role in supporting the school's Special Educational Needs (SEN) provision, ensuring accurate administration and effective communication between staff, parents and external agencies.

Working closely with the SENCO and wider school team, you will help ensure that all statutory processes are managed efficiently and that pupils receive the support they need to achieve their full potential.

• Provide comprehensive administrative support to the SENCO and SEN department.
• Maintain accurate and confidential pupil records and SEN documentation.
• Coordinate and monitor Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCPs), annual reviews and statutory deadlines.
• Prepare reports, meeting documentation and correspondence.
• Arrange meetings with parents, carers, local authorities and external professionals.
• Liaise with teaching staff and external agencies to gather and distribute relevant information.
• Update school management systems and maintain accurate databases.
• Ensure compliance with SEND legislation, school policies and GDPR requirements.
• Respond professionally to enquiries from parents, staff and external agencies.
• Support the smooth day-to-day operation of the SEN department.

• Previous experience in an administrative role.
• Excellent organisational and time management skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• High level of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Ability to manage confidential information with discretion.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel and Outlook.
• Ability to prioritise workloads and work independently.
• A positive, proactive and professional approach.

• Previous experience within a school or educational setting.
• Knowledge of SEND processes and EHCP administration.
• Experience using school management systems such as SIMS, Arbor or Bromcom.
• Understanding of SEND legislation and statutory requirements.

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position; in some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date. Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with DfE statutory guidance “Keeping Children Safe in Education”; this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants. We offer all our registered candidates free child protection and prevent duty training. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance provided.