Administration Assistant

SEND Administrative Assistant

Mainstream Secondary School | Clitheroe, Lancashire
Start Date: September 2026
Contract: Temporary to Permanent
Hours: Full-time, term-time only
Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience

We are seeking a highly organised and compassionate SEND Administrative Assistant to join a welcoming mainstream secondary school in Clitheroe, Lancashire
, from September 2026
. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced administrator who is passionate about supporting students with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) and wants to play a key role within a busy and dedicated inclusion team.

The position is offered on a temporary-to-permanent basis
, providing the successful candidate with the opportunity to secure a long-term role within the school.

• Provide comprehensive administrative support to the SENDCo and wider SEND team.
• Maintain accurate and confidential student records, ensuring compliance with statutory requirements.
• Coordinate and schedule Annual Reviews, SEND meetings, and parent/carer appointments.
• Assist with the administration of Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCPs) and SEND documentation.
• Liaise professionally with parents, staff, external agencies, and local authorities.
• Update and manage SEND databases and monitoring systems.
• Prepare reports, correspondence, meeting minutes, and documentation as required.
• Support the organisation of interventions and provision tracking across the school.

• Previous administrative experience, ideally within a school, education, or SEND setting.
• Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail.
• Strong IT skills, including Microsoft Office applications.
• The ability to manage confidential information with discretion and professionalism.
• Outstanding communication and interpersonal skills.
• A proactive approach and the ability to work independently as well as part of a team.
• Knowledge of SEND processes, EHCPs, or school administration would be advantageous but is not essential.

To apply, please submit your CV along with a brief covering statement outlining your suitability for the role.