SEND Admin Assistant (Cornwallis Academy)
Location: Cornwallis Academy, Kent, UK
Contract Type: Permanent
Education Phases: Secondary;
Job Roles: Administration Hr Data And Finance;
Working Patterns: Part-Time;
Application Deadline: Monday, 23rd February 2026
Interview Date: TBC-Interview may be held prior to closing date
Expected Working Start Date: March 2026
Is a Shared Job: No
About us
CornwallisAcademy is a ‘Good’ school on the outskirts of Loose, Maidstone with over 1300students on roll aged 11 to 18. Cornwallis’ aim is to provide all students withthe best educational provision.
Itis a fully inclusive school, enabling all students to be the best they can beby having ‘ambitions for all’. Believing all students should be given everyopportunity to achieve not only academically but also personally.
Inline with the Cornwallis ‘SMILE’ ethos, the aim is to motivate, inspire, exciteand engage all students so that they can be successful in their learning.Placing students’ wellbeing at the heart of everything. A strong communityethos permeates, throughout the school, focusing on learning and progress aswell as the whole child.
AtFuture Schools Trust, we are committed to building a workplace that reflectsthe diversity of the communities we serve. We actively welcome applicationsfrom people of all backgrounds, including those who are differently abled,neurodivergent, LGBTQ+, from Black, Asian and minority ethnic communities, andfrom different religious or belief backgrounds. We value the uniqueperspectives and experiences that individuals bring and believe they make ourorganisation stronger. If you require any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, we are happy to support you.
What's in it for you?
* Avibrant and exciting place to work
* Afriendly and supportive environment
* Anexcellent CPD programme, with opportunities for action research and nationallyaccredited qualifications
* Thesupport of a Trust that currently encompasses two Secondary Schools and onePrimary School. Alongside Tiger Cubs, our term time only Day Nursery, forchildren aged 3 months to 4 years, with great benefits to education staff.
* Awell-resourced department with schemes of work and resources available.
* Anopportunity to join various schemes such as the Benenden corporate healthcarescheme
Are you an organised and enthusiastic administrator witha passion for supporting students with special educational needs anddisabilities (SEND) Cornwallis Academy is seeking a proactive and professional SENDAdmin Assistant to join our dedicated team on a part-time basis.
About the Role
Working closely with the SENCO and the wider SEND team, you will provideessential administrative support to ensure high-quality provision for studentswith SEND. Your responsibilities will include maintaining accurate records,handling communications with stakeholders, managing referrals, supporting thereview of EHCPs, and helping to coordinate SEND resources and plans.
Key Responsibilities
* Maintainand update SEND information systems including SIMS and CPOMS
* Assistwith correspondence and manage the SEND inbox
* Supportthe creation and review of personalized support plans and EHCP reviews
* Coordinatewith staff, parents, and external agencies
* Ensurecords are accurate, secure, and up to date
* Contributeto the preparation of reports and provision letters
What We’re Looking For
* Strongadministrative and organisational skills
* Excellentcommunication and interpersonal abilities
* Confidenceusing Microsoft Office; experience with SIMS is desirable
* Knowledgeof SEND frameworks or a willingness to learn
* Ateam player with initiative and a proactive attitude
Why Join Cornwallis Academy?
Cornwallis Academy, part of the Future Schools Trust, is a welcoming and inclusive secondary school committed to student wellbeing and success. Weoffer:
* Acollaborative and supportive working environment
* Accessto ongoing training and development
* Arange of employee benefits including a generous pension scheme, lifestylediscounts, and access to health and wellbeing resources
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