SEND Administrator

The Mead Educational Trust; Leicester; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 21,000; Full time

Job summary

Brookvale Groby Learning Campus in Leicester is seeking a highly organised SEND Administrator to support the SENDCo and the SEND team. The role involves managing confidential records, coordinating Annual Reviews, and handling EHCP documentation to ensure students receive appropriate support.

The post is permanent, term-time style: 30 hours per week, 39 weeks per year, with a start ASAP and a 8:30am–3:00pm schedule (30 minutes unpaid break). DBS and safeguarding processes apply.

Qualifications

• Excellent administrative and organisational skills.
• Strong ICT skills.
• Experience of managing confidential information with discretion.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• The ability to prioritise workload and meet deadlines.
• Attention to detail and a high level of accuracy.
• Experience working within a school environment (desirable).

Responsibilities

• Provide administrative support to the SENDCo and wider SEND team.
• Maintain accurate and confidential SEND records and student files.
• Coordinate and arrange Annual Reviews, meetings and appointments with parents, staff and external agencies.
• Prepare and distribute documentation relating to Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCPs).
• Update and maintain SEND databases and tracking systems.
• Liaise with parents, carers, teachers and external professionals in a professional and timely manner.
• Monitor and track statutory deadlines and ensure compliance with SEND legislation and school procedures.
• Produce reports, correspondence and meeting minutes as required.
• Support the administration of access arrangements and examinations where appropriate.

Skills

Administrative skills

Organisational skills

ICT skills

Confidentiality

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Time management

Attention to detail

School environment experience

Job description

EmployerBrookvale Groby Learning CampusLocationLeicester, LeicestershireContract TypePermanentHoursTerm TimeContract LengthPermanentSalaryTBCPosted16th October 2026Start DateAs Soon As PossibleExpires28th October 2026 03:00 PMContract TypePermanentStart DateAs Soon As PossibleJob ID1579680Job ReferenceBGLC-SA-10-26Senior Administrative Officer - SENDSalary: Grade 4 points 7-10 (£19,232.30 - £20,501.44)Hours: 30 hours per week, 39 weeks per yearMonday - Friday 8:30am -3:00pm (30 mins unpaid daily break)Contract Type: PermanentStart Date: ASAPAbout the RoleAt Brookvale Groby Learning Campus we are seeking a highly organised and professional SEND Administrator to join our dedicated team. The successful candidate will provide comprehensive administrative support to the Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) department, helping to ensure that students with additional needs receive the support they require to thrive.This is an excellent opportunity for someone with strong administrative skills who is passionate about supporting young people and making a positive difference in education.Key ResponsibilitiesProvide administrative support to the SENDCo and wider SEND team.Maintain accurate and confidential SEND records and student files.Coordinate and arrange Annual Reviews, meetings and appointments with parents, staff and external agencies.Prepare and distribute documentation relating to Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCPs).Update and maintain SEND databases and tracking systems.Liaise with parents, carers, teachers and external professionals in a professional and timely manner.Monitor and track statutory deadlines and ensure compliance with SEND legislation and school procedures.Produce reports, correspondence and meeting minutes as required.Support the administration of access arrangements and examinations where appropriate.The successful candidate will have:Excellent administrative and organisational skills.Strong ICT skillsExperience of managing confidential information with discretion.Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.The ability to prioritise workload and meet deadlines.Attention to detail and a high level of accuracy.Experience working within a school environment (desirable).Knowledge of SEND processes, EHCPs and Annual Reviews (desirable).Closing date: 28/10/2026 @ 3.00pmSafeguarding Statement:This post will involve contact with vulnerable groups (children, young people and/or adults) and is therefore, exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and subject to an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) Disclosure check. This exemption means that shortlisted applicants for this post will be required to declare all criminal convictions, cautions, reprimands, and bind- overs both spent and unspent in their application, before interview and regardless of the passage of time.