Admin Support - SEND/Induction in Macclesfield

Contract Type: Permanent

Education Phases: Secondary

Application Deadline: Friday, 10th July 2026

Expected Working Start Date: 01/09/26

Key Responsibilities:

• Coordinate and support the student induction process from referral through to placement, including organising visits, transition meetings and initial assessments, and liaising with families, schools and external professionals to ensure a smooth and well-structured transition into the school.
• Support the SENCo with SEND processes, including maintaining accurate records, assisting with the organisation of EHCP reviews and SEND meetings, and liaising with external agencies involved in supporting students.
• Help arrange and manage pupil transport requirements, particularly for new starters, and liaise with external agencies to support access and inclusion.
• Attend training as necessary, including training related to SEND, safeguarding and student induction processes.
• Undertake such other duties relating to the work of the school appropriate to the post as may be assigned by the Office Manager/Headteacher.
• Be aware of and comply with policies and procedures relating to child protection, safeguarding, health and safety, confidentiality and data protection.
• Maintain complete confidentiality at all times, particularly in relation to sensitive student, SEND and family information.

Safeguarding:

• All staff have a responsibility to ensure that all school Safeguarding Policies are adhered to, at all times and that concerns are raised, in line with School Policy.
• Commit to attend suitable training to support safeguarding and health and safety responsibilities within the school.
• Attend specific staff training sessions, or INSET days, in line with safeguarding and health and safety legislation.

Desired Criteria:

• Experience of working in a school/forward facing office environment.
• Experience of using school MIS systems or similar software packages.
• Evidence of continuing professional development.
• Experience liaising with outside agencies and parents.
• Experience of communicating with members of the public.
• Good knowledge and understanding of administrative procedures.
• High level of accuracy.
• Good functional literacy and numeracy skills.
• Good standard of general education to include 5 GCSEs (including Maths and English A - C).
• Willingness to undertake training and development.
• Ability to interact well with children who have complex learning difficulties and their families.
• Understanding of child safeguarding issues.
• Friendly, patient and approachable demeanour.
• Able to use/learn school IT systems and packages.
• Self-motivated and organised with the ability to work calmly under pressure and to meet deadlines.
• Confidentiality, tact and diplomacy in relationships with all members of our school community.
• Passion to undertake tasks to the very best of own ability.
• Flexible. Will seek advice and support when necessary.

Benefits:

• Access and support with training and CPD including further professional qualifications.
• Specialist training where required.
• Cycle to work scheme.
• Flexible and supportive approach to work.
• Free lunch at school.
• Nursery benefits.
• Education Mutual – access to free face to face counselling, physiotherapy, nurse help-line, prescription service whenever you need it.
• Perkbox membership, including: A huge range of discounts, free gifts, perks including shopping, eating out, holidays; The wellness Hub – access to a variety of practical and useful resources; Medical – on-line GP appointments, prescriptions and advice at a time convenient to you.