Job Summary
We are seeking an Assistant SEND Officer who is passionate about helping children and young people learn, grow, and achieve their full potential in education.
Location & Working Arrangement
Time Square, Bracknell (Hybrid working). Expect to work from the Time Square office one day per week along with flexible working arrangements.
Key Responsibilities
* Provide high‑quality confidential support in relation to the coordination, administration, and implementation of all aspects of the SEND Team’s work.
* Support SEND Officers to deliver statutory assessments of children and young people; request and collate evidence; liaise with families and professionals.
* Create and update electronic records using Capita ONE, Microsoft Word and Excel, and other software.
* Ensure email and telephone communications are responded to swiftly, and that accurate records of all communications are maintained centrally, issuing high‑quality written correspondence at all times.
* Responsible for information management, including maintaining and updating documentation on shared systems such as Capita ONE, with due regard to data security.
* Make arrangements for meetings, workshops, and other events as required.
* Collate the timely preparation and circulation of meeting papers, action notes, and follow up on action points.
* Coordinate and provide administrative support for the team’s response to Freedom of Information (FOI) and Subject Access Requests (SAR).
Requirements
* Enthusiastic, flexible, confident, and reliable.
* Strong administrative skills with previous experience in similar roles.
* Excellent written and spoken English, capable of producing high‑quality correspondence.
* High level of accuracy and attention to detail.
* Good organisational skills and the ability to multi‑task.
* Excellent communication skills and a sense of discretion.
* Can‑do approach and commitment to supporting vulnerable children and young people.
Benefits
* 25 days annual leave increasing to 28 days after 3 years’ continuous service, with the option to buy up to 10 and sell up to 5 days.
* Hybrid working opportunities to support wellbeing and work‑life balance.
* Paid employee volunteering scheme.
* Local government pension scheme, with life insurance cover.
* Recognition of continuous service during benefit calculations.
* Career development through internal and external training opportunities.
* Enhanced maternity, paternity, adoption and fostering leave.
* Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) to support health and wellbeing.
* Inclusive and social working environment with staff networks and a sports and social club.
Equal Opportunities
Bracknell Forest Council welcomes applications from all sections of the community and is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults.
Reasonable Adjustments
We are committed to ensuring an inclusive recruitment process. If you require reasonable adjustments to support your application or interview, please contact recruitment@bracknell-forest.gov.uk.
Employment Details
Employer: Bracknell Forest Council
Salary: £30,753 – £36,141 per year (inclusive of London Weighting)
Reference: People/26/337496
Closing Date: 31/05/2026 at 23:59
Contract: Permanent
Working Pattern: Flexible Hours / Full Time
Hours: 37 hours per week.
DBS Check: Yes
Contact
For more information about this role, contact Ayanda Larkin‑Harrison, Senior SEND Officer – Education & Learning: Ayanda.Larkin-Harrison@bracknell-forest.gov.uk
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