SEND Administrator

Ribblesdale School; Clitheroe; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

Ribblesdale School is seeking a SEND Administrator to support the efficient operation of the SEND department. Working closely with the SENDCo, families, external professionals and school staff, the successful candidate will coordinate SEND administration and statutory requirements, helping to ensure activities are managed accurately, efficiently and within required timescales.

The role sits at the centre of the SEND team, coordinating Annual Reviews, maintaining records and supporting the

Responsibilities

• Coordinating EHCP Annual Reviews: organising meetings, preparing documentation and gathering reports.
• Maintaining accurate pupil records and SEND documentation.
• Supporting statutory SEND processes and deadlines.
• Providing administrative support to the SENDCo and day-to-day organisation of the department.
• Contributing to SEND systems and continuous development across the school.

Skills

Organisational skills

Attention to detail

Time management

Job description

We are seeking to appoint a SEND Administrator to support the efficient operation of our SEND department. Working closely with the SENDCo, families, external professionals and school staff, the successful candidate will play a key role in coordinating SEND administration and statutory requirements, helping to ensure that key activities are managed accurately, efficiently and within required timescales. This is an important role within the SEND team, requiring excellent organisational skills, attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple priorities. The postholder will coordinate EHCP Annual Reviews, including arranging meetings, inviting attendees, preparing documentation and ensuring paperwork is completed within statutory deadlines. They will also maintain accurate records, provide administrative support to the SEND team and help ensure the smooth running of the department.

Key aspects of the role include:

• Coordinating Annual Reviews: Organising EHCP Annual Review meetings, preparing documentation, gathering reports, taking minutes and ensuring outcomes are submitted within statutory deadlines.
• Managing SEND administration: Maintaining accurate pupil records and ensuring SEND documentation is organised, accessible and up to date.
• Supporting statutory SEND processes: Maintaining records, tracking key deadlines and ensuring documentation is completed accurately and on time.
• Providing administrative support to the SENDCo: Supporting communication, correspondence, relevant administration and the day‑to‑day organisation of the department.
• Supporting SEND systems and processes: Contributing to the effective administration and continuous development of SEND provision across the school.

This role sits at the centre of the SEND team, helping to ensure that statutory requirements and administrative functions are delivered accurately, efficiently and in the best interests of pupils with SEND.