SEND Administrative Assistant

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Salary: Thurrock Band A Point 1 - 6

(Actual - £15,241.63 - £16,313.59 per annum)

27 hours 30 minutes per week

Monday - Friday, 9am - 3pm with a 30-minute unpaid lunch break

37 weeks of the year - term time only

Start Date: 3rd November 2025

Are you highly organised, approachable, and committed to supporting young people with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND)? We are seeking a SEND Administrative Assistant to join our dedicated team.

This is a fantastic opportunity to work closely with our SENDCo, supporting students, families, and external professionals. The role involves a wide range of administrative tasks, including maintaining accurate records, preparing reports, and supporting with Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCPs) and annual reviews. You will also play a key role in liaising with parents, carers, and outside agencies, ensuring smooth communication and professional representation of the school.

What we are looking for:

Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.
Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
Ability to handle sensitive information with discretion and confidentiality.
Confidence in using IT systems (training provided where needed).
A flexible and adaptable approach, with the ability to prioritise effectively.

We will offer you:

Two Week October Half-Term   
Recognition of continuous service   
Automatic enrolment into the Local Government Pension Scheme  
Excellent CPD opportunities  
Career progression throughout the Trust, with the ability to progress in other schools   
The support of an experienced family of schools   
National Conditions of Service   
Access to the Employee Assistance Programme   
Excellent behaviour management policy to support all staff  
Wider support network for all staff including managing workloads and work-life balance

If you feel the school would suit you, and you have the passion, drive and commitment to work with us to make all aspects of our school outstanding, please apply now or you can request a visit of the school or for more information speak to Ayshen Uluhan  hr@osborne.coop. As a trust, we welcome applications from colleagues from all backgrounds.   

East Tilbury Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. In compliance with safer recruitment procedures and guidelines, all applications must be made on our formal application form, CVs will not be accepted.  This appointment will be subject to pre-employment checks including an enhanced disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service and satisfactory references. The Osborne Co-operative Academy Trust is an equal opportunities employer. 

Information about the School

East Tilbury Primary School & Nursery converted to Academy Status in April 2012 as a partner in St Cleres Co-operative Academy Trust. We are a three/four form entry school in a semi-rural location, only a 5 minute walk from East Tilbury Station which is on the C2C Fenchurch - Shoeburyness Line. .

All appointments are subject to safer recruitment requirements to ensure the safeguarding of children and young people. All positions will involve appropriate checks and clearances.