Job Description

East Tilbury Primary School

Princess Margaret Road, East Tilbury, Essex, RM18 8SB

Wishes to appoint a

SEND Administrative Assistant

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: 20th April 2026

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  

· Relocation package of up to £8,000 for new employees renting or buying aproperty (where applicable)

· 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 f 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 toAyshen Uluhanhr@osborne.coopor call 01375 648944.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.

For full details, and to apply for this role, please visit our website, Vacancies in our Trust (osborne.coop)

Closing date: Wednesday 11th March 2026 - Midday

Interview date: Between 20th - 26th March 2026

Please note: we may hold interviews as and when applications are received, and we reserve the right to offer to a candidate before the closing date. With this in mind, we encourage you to apply as soon as possible.

Osborne Co-operative Academy Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. This post will be subject to an enhanced disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service.

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. .