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SEN Admin Assistant

SEN Admin Assistant

Longspee Secondary

Bournemouth

  • £19,679.06 - £20,307.23 pro rata
  • New
Salary:
Grade 3 SCP 4 - 6
Job type:
Part Time, Fixed Term
Start date:
20/01/2025
Apply by:
7 January 2025

Job overview

We are seeking a highly organised and efficient SEN Admin Assistant to join our team on a fixed term basis. The ideal candidate will have excellent communication skills, a strong attention to detail, and the ability to effectively manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.


As an SEN Admin Assistant, you will be responsible for supporting our Reception Admin Assistant with various administrative tasks, including handling incoming calls and receiving visitors. Additionally, you will work closely with the Inclusion Lead and SENDCo to support pupil consultations, take accurate minutes during professional meetings, and assist with other administrative duties related to Special Educational Needs (SEN) provision.


Key Responsibilities:

  • Manage incoming calls and greet visitors with professionalism and courtesy.
  • Provide administrative support to the Inclusion Lead and SENDCo.
  • Respond to pupil consultations and maintain accurate records.
  • Minute-take during professional meetings and follow up on action points.
  • Assist with a variety of other administrative tasks as required.


Key Skills and Qualifications:

  • Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.
  • Exceptional organisational abilities with a focus on detail.
  • Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines.
  • Experience in an administrative or school environment (desirable).
  • A proactive approach to problem-solving and task management.

If you are a dynamic and adaptable individual with a passion for supporting pupils with SEN needs, we would love to hear from you.


What we have to Offer:

·        A visible and approachable senior leadership team and an enthusiastic and committed team of teachers and support staff.

·        A strong support network both within the school and across Authentic Education Group.

·        All staff are part of a professional learning community in which evidence-informed CPD is designed to meet individual needs.

·        Strong potential for career progression.

·        A culture that respects work-life balance and an ongoing commitment to wellbeing with a dedicated Wellbeing Champion.

·        An Employee Assistance Programme including in the moment support and counselling sessions with an external provider.

·        AAT Staff benefits include free eye testing for DSE users through Specsavers, free will writing through Dunham McCarthy Solicitors and reduced price corporate gym membership through BH Live.

·        A competitive pension through Teachers’ Pensions or The Local Government Pension Scheme for support staff. 

Should you wish to arrange a visit or an informal discussion regarding the role, please contact Alison Evans; HR Academy Lead at alison.evans@la.weareauthentic.education


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About Longspee Secondary

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Longspee Secondary

We are a Specialist Secondary Academy (11-16) for autistic children who also can present with SEMH needs. We enable and empower our students in a caring learning environment, supporting them to learn and flourish on their journey to adulthood.

With approximately 55 students across 9 classes, we want the whole-school community to be Happy to come to school, be Safe and eager to learn, and to make the best levels of Progress on their journey toward adulthood. All students are typically taught in class sizes of 6 or 7, with a high staff to pupil ratio, to support the removal of any barriers to learning.

During our learning day we focus upon supporting and nurturing every individual using a calm and consistent therapeutic approach which enables our students to develop core skills, knowledge and understanding so that they may achieve their aspirations, through qualifications, experiences and enjoyment. At Longspee Secondary we use a wide range of resources and teaching methods to engage our students, with a particular focus given to the development of key skills in English and Maths, improved levels of attention and concentration, social skill, and emotional health development, alongside building positive strategies for well-being and self-regulation. To enable progress, happiness and safety, specialist teaching and learning support staff are on hand to support in the development of emotional wellbeing and attitudes to learning, helping the students to form positive relationships with themselves, their peers, all staff and the wider community.
We do hope that this overview sparks an interest; but there is much more to tell and celebrate! Below you will find a link to our website, and if you have any further questions, please do not hesitate to get in contact. Thank you for your interest 😊

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