SEN Administrative Officer

Forge Valley School; Sheffield; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 32,000

Job description

SEN Administrative Officer

0.6 FTE – 22.2 Hours Per Week

Grade 5: £29,093 to 31,586 (pro-rata)

Required: ASAP

Forge Valley School is an 11-18 Academy sponsored by Tapton School Academy Trust. We are an Ofsted “Good” school with the ambition and capacity to improve further. The school serves over 1500 pupils and since the school’s reputation goes from strength to strength, the number of pupils at Forge Valley School is expected to rise further.

Our key strength is our staff who are committed to ensuring all pupils become the best they can be. Although we work as a team, we recognise each member of staff as an individual and offer bespoke CPD and support. Above all, we are a team that enjoys working here at Forge Valley School; who are supportive, approachable and ambitious for each other and ourselves.

The SEND Administration Officer will be a key link with the SEND team, preparing and completing complex administrative tasks including, EHCP paperwork and ensuring that information held on record is up to date and accurate. A summary of key responsibilities is detailed below:

• Supporting the Exec SENCO and Deputy SENCO
• Working alongside existing SEN Admin Officer
• Preparing EHCP and SEN files
• Liaising with pastoral leaders and teaching staff to gather information
• Minuting meetings as required and completing paperwork within legal timescale
• Liaising with the Exams Officer to communicate special considerations in assessments and external examinations.

A pupil-centred, proactive and methodical approach is essential in this key contact role. You will be part of a team who strive to ensure that our pupils are the best they can be and that all barriers to learning are addressed.

We can offer you:

• the opportunity for professional growth
• first class continuing professional development opportunities
• a modern, £27 million, state of the art working environment
• access to an on-site gym which is free to staff members
• Support from an experienced and committed Leadership Team and Governing Body who are committed to staff wellbeing and reduction in workload

Forge Valley is an equal opportunities employer and is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. The successful applicant will be subject to an enhanced DBS check.

Candidates are strongly encouraged to familiarise themselves with Forge Valley School Safeguarding procedures - Forge Valley School - Safeguarding

For further information or to visit the school, please contact:

Lorna Jennings – PA to Headteacher

Forge Valley School, Wood Lane, Sheffield, S6 5HG

Telephone: [phone]

Email: [e-mail] or go to Forge Valley - Home

Closing date: 13/4/2025

Shortlisting: 14/4/2025

Interviews: TBC