Senior Administration Officer | Specialist SEN Academy |...

CORE PURPOSE

We require an organized, proactive Senior Administration Officer to lead and coordinate essential administrative operations across our specialist setting. Operating within a dedicated Special Educational Needs (SEN) environment, the successful candidate will manage key administrative processes, maintain accurate management information systems (MIS), coordinate statutory SEN documentation, and provide high-level administrative support to senior leadership and therapy teams.

THE SCHOOL

A specialist 11–19 SEN academy located in Haringey, North London, catering to pupils with Speech, Language, and Communication Needs (SLCN) and Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC). The school operates with structured, trauma-informed administrative protocols managed in close alignment with senior leadership and multi-agency teams. The administration team works collaboratively in a calm, supportive environment using modern digital tools to ensureEHCP reviews, attendance tracking, and parent communications run seamlessly.

KEY TASKS & DAILY OPERATIONS

• Administrative Coordination: Oversee daily office operations, delegate administrative tasks, and ensure reception and secretarial support meet the specialist needs of the school community.

• EHCP & Statutory Compliance: Coordinate administrative processes for Education, Health and Care Plan (EHCP) annual reviews, liaising with local authorities, caseworkers, and external specialists.

• MIS & Data Management: Maintain and update student records on the school MIS (e.g., SIMS or Arbor), ensuring accurate data entry, attendance reporting, and support with statutory census returns.

• Multi-Agency Liaison: Handle sensitive internal and external communications with parents, therapy professionals, social care, and senior leadership.

• Financial & Operational Admin: Assist with purchase orders, visitor compliance, safeguarding records, and ensuring administrative routines strictly adhere to GDPR regulations.

PROFILE REQUIREMENTS

• Qualifications: Strong literacy and numeracy skills (GCSE Grade C/4 or equivalent in English and Mathematics). A relevant qualification in business administration or SEN administrative practice is desirable.

• Experience: Proven administrative experience in a senior administrative or office leadership role, preferably within an SEN school, mainstream school, or social care setting.

• Skills: High degree of empathy, excellent organizational skills, clear communication, and proficiency in ICT and school database systems.

REGIONAL CONTEXT

• Local Area & Community: Based in the culturally rich and vibrant North London borough of Haringey, the school serves a diverse local community. Stretching from historic high streets to expansive green spaces like Finsbury Park and Alexandra Palace, the area offers a supportive environment focused on inclusive education.

• Transport & Commuting: The school benefits from outstanding regional transport links, with key road access via the A10 and A406 (North Circular). Public transit networks are extensive, served by frequent local bus routes, the Piccadilly and Victoria Underground lines, and Overground and National Rail connections from stations such as Seven Sisters, Tottenham Hale, and Alexandra Palace.

APPLICATION INTAKE

Please submit your current CV to begin the application process.