SEND Administrator – Supportive Secondary School inSolihull

Job Title: SEND Administrator Location: Solihull, West Midlands School Type: 11–18 Secondary School & Sixth Form Contract Type: Full-Time, Permanent Start Date: ASAP Salary: £23,500 – £26,500 per annum (Local Government Pay Scale) Role Overview A supportive secondary school in Solihull is seeking a detail-oriented, empathetic, and highly organized SEND Administrator to support their Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) department and SENCO ASAP. In this key non-teaching administrative role, you will manage the administrative operations of the SEN department, maintain statutory Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCPs), coordinate annual review meetings, and serve as a crucial liaison between families, teaching staff, and external support agencies. Key Responsibilities Oversee administrative operations for the SEN department, maintaining confidential pupil records and the school’s SEN register using SIMS, Arbor, or CPOMS. Schedule, coordinate, and minuting statutory Annual Reviews for pupils with EHCPs and SEN Support plans, liaising with parents, teachers, and Solihull Local Authority teams. Prepare, compile, and submit multi-agency referral documentation, educational psychologist assessments, and access arrangements paperwork for examinations. Act as a welcoming, professional point of contact for parents, carers, external medical professionals, speech and language therapists, and local authority caseworkers. Assist the SENCO with tracking provision mapping data, resource ordering, and monitoring intervention schedules across all key stages. Key Requirements Previous administrative experience within a school setting, local authority, or educational support service (prior experience with SEND documentation is highly desirable). Proficiency in school management databases (SIMS, Arbor, or Bromcom) and office applications (Microsoft Word, Excel, and Teams). Working knowledge of the SEND Code of Practice (0–25) and statutory EHCP processes. Excellent organizational, minute-taking, written communication, and interpersonal skills. High levels of discretion, empathy, and professional confidentiality. Legal right to work in the UK. School Highlights & Benefits Dedicated, collaborative inclusion team with strong leadership from the SENCO and senior leaders. Access to ongoing professional development (CPD) and specialized SEND administrative training. Accessible Solihull location with excellent transport connections (M42 access, local rail, and bus routes) plus free on-site staff parking. Enrolment in the Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS) and term-time-only working arrangements. Application To apply for this SEND Administrator role at a supportive secondary school in Solihull, starting ASAP, please submit your updated CV as soon as possible.