SEND Administrator - Immediate Start, Canterbury

Marchant Recruitment; Canterbury; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Marchant Recruitment is partnering with a Canterbury school to recruit an experienced SEND Administrator to support the SEN team. The role centers on accurate record management, EHCP administration, and multi-agency meeting coordination.

The ideal candidate will manage confidential records, ensure GDPR compliance, and liaise with families and external professionals. Immediate start; temporary to permanent contract; DBS check required.

Qualifications

• Experience in a school-based SEND administration setting.
• Familiarity with EHCP processes and statutory documentation.
• Proficient with MIS systems and Microsoft Office.
• Strong organizational and time-management abilities.
• Sensitive, compassionate communication with families and agencies.
• Knowledge of GDPR and safeguarding requirements in educational settings.

Responsibilities

• Record management: Maintain SEND records and confidential correspondence.
• EHCP support: Assist with EHCP documentation and related processes.
• Meeting coordination: Schedule and prepare multi-agency meetings and paper trails.
• Deadline tracking: Monitor review dates and critical SEND deadlines.
• Team liaison: Work with teaching staff and SEND team on daily admin needs.
• Data management: Update MIS and filing systems, both digital and paper.
• Enquiries: Respond professionally to routine inquiries from parents and external stakeholders.

Skills

Record management

Data management

Time management

Communication skills

Empathy and interpersonal skills

GDPR and safeguarding awareness

Tools

MIS

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Marchant Recruitment is partnering with a Canterbury school to recruit an experienced SEND Administrator to support the SEN team. The role centers on accurate record management, EHCP administration, and multi-agency meeting coordination.

The ideal candidate will manage confidential records, ensure GDPR compliance, and liaise with families and external professionals. Immediate start; temporary to permanent contract; DBS check required.