SEN & Pastoral Administrative Specialist (Hybrid)

River Academy; England; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 27,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension Scheme

Annual Leave

Hybrid Working

Professional Development

Perkbox

Wellbeing support

Job summary

River Academy in Reading is seeking an Administrative Support Assistant - SEN and Pastoral to provide confidential admin support to the Special Educational Needs and Pastoral teams, ensuring accurate record keeping and effective communication.

You will work closely with the SENCO, Inclusion and Pastoral teams to manage EHCPs, annual reviews, exam access and student welfare processes, contributing to a calm, inclusive learning environment.

Qualifications

• Has experience providing administrative support within a busy environment.
• Has strong organisational skills and the ability to manage competing priorities effectively.
• Can communicate clearly and professionally with students, parents, colleagues and external agencies.
• Demonstrates excellent attention to detail and accuracy when managing records and documentation.
• Has experience using Microsoft Office applications and administrative systems.
• Is able to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information appropriately.
• Can work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
• Has a proactive, flexible and positive approach to work.
• Understands the importance of safeguarding and supporting vulnerable children and young people.
• Is committed to the values, ethos and expectations of Maiden Erlegh Trust

Responsibilities

• Promote and safeguard the welfare of children and young people and follow all Trust safeguarding procedures.
• Maintain accurate SEN and Pastoral records ensuring compliance with data protection requirements.
• Support the SENCO with administration relating to EHCP applications, annual reviews and examination access arrangements.
• Coordinate and distribute annual review paperwork to teachers, parents and external agencies.
• Schedule annual review meetings and support the administration of SEN processes.
• Support the Pastoral Team with suspension, reintegration and student welfare administration.
• Take minutes at annual reviews, reintegration meetings and other meetings as required.
• Maintain records on systems including Bromcom, Provision Map and CPOMS and produce reports as required.
• Support interventions, meetings and inclusion activities through effective administration and communication.
• Communicate effectively with staff, students, parents, carers and external agencies.
• Raise requisitions and support general administration within the Inclusion and Pastoral teams.
• Contribute to the wider life and efficient running of the school and undertake duties reasonably within the scope of the role.

Skills

Administrative experience

Strong organisation

Clear communication

Attention to detail

MS Office proficiency

Confidentiality

Independent worker

Team collaboration

Proactive approach

Safeguarding awareness

Tools

Bromcom

CPOMS

Provision Map

Job description

River Academy in Reading is seeking an Administrative Support Assistant - SEN and Pastoral to provide confidential admin support to the Special Educational Needs and Pastoral teams, ensuring accurate record keeping and effective communication.

You will work closely with the SENCO, Inclusion and Pastoral teams to manage EHCPs, annual reviews, exam access and student welfare processes, contributing to a calm, inclusive learning environment.