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SEND Admin Assistant
Salary: GLC Point 16 £27,419 to Point 20 £30,190 [Actual Pro Rata Salary £25,151 - £27,693]
Contract: Permanent
Working Pattern: 37 hours per week, Term time plus 3 weeks holiday working - talk to us about flexible working
Closing Date: 12th November 2025 at Midday.
The Gateway Learning Community [GLC] is a partnership between one secondary and four primary schools located within Tilbury and Chadwell in the borough of Thurrock to the east of London. We are a vibrant, innovative and highly successful organisation: the place of choice to work and learn. Across the 5 academies of the GLC, we pledge that everyone enjoys an equality of opportunity. We work tirelessly to ensure that individual different characteristics including age, ethnicity, socio-economic background, academic ability, disability, gender, religious beliefs, sexual orientation are not discriminated against in any way. We create environments characterised by mutual respect where difference is celebrated and where individual differences don't act as a barrier to success.
We are seeking a highly organised and proactive individual to join our team as an SEND Admin Assistant. The successful candidate will be the essential administrative link between parents, staff, pupils, and external agencies, requiring exceptional interpersonal and communication skills. You must be adept at managing a busy and varied workload, including tasks like maintaining accurate and confidential pupil records, supporting the administration of statutory processes such as EHCP applications and Annual Reviews, and coordinating meetings and referrals. A strong ability to prioritise, meet deadlines , and work courteously and positively with all stakeholders is crucial. Crucially, the ideal candidate will demonstrate a commitment to upholding all safeguarding policies and working to enhance the reputation and services of The Gateway Learning Community
Watch our video for an insight in to our trusthttps://youtu.be/y9TxAPxuYN0
Additional Benefits for Working for the GLC:
Staff well-being programme: Including access to Westfield Health Insurance
Salary Sacrifice Schemes including Cycle to work Scheme
Long service awards after: 5, 10, 15, 20, 25 and years of service
State of the art facilities and access to high quality resources to support learning
A paid 'My Day' each year
Excellent career development and training
2-week October half term break
A supportive central team [reprographics, ICT, HR, Finance] which enables teachers to focus on teaching
Subsidised holiday provision for children of staff
Free Access to the Gateway Academy Fitness Suite
GLC Staff Nursery [Competitive rates and term time only]
We warmly welcome applicants who are interested in this position to arrange a visit prior to making an application. Please contact Katie.Creighton@theglc.org.uk to arrange a visit.
The GLC embraces diversity and promotes equality of opportunity. Job share, part-time and flexible working opportunities will be considered.
If you would like to apply for this position, please visit our website and complete and online application form:https://glc.face-ed.co.uk/Vacancies/Detail?campaignRef=SCH-GLC-0181
Applications will be considered as they are received, so early applications are encouraged. We reserve the right to interview early applicants should a suitable candidate apply.
The GLC is an equal opportunities employer and is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff, volunteers and visitors to share this commitment. Following safer recruitment procedures, the appointment will be subject to the completion of pre employment checks, including satisfactory references, medical clearance and enhanced DBS disclosure.
In line with the recommended practice in the statutory guidance 'KCSIE' the school will conduct searches for information on shortlisted candidates which is publicly available online. The purpose is limited:
- to identify issues which call into question the applicants' suitability to work with children;
- to verify employment history
Only information related to the purposes stated will be shared with the Panel. Any information will be discussed with candidates at interview before any decisions regarding the recruitment process are made.
Information about the School
Gateway Learning Community (GLC): is a partnership between one secondary and four primary schools located within Tilbury and Chadwell in the borough of Thurrock to the east of London committed to working together to achieve the highest educational standards for the whole community.