Administration Assistant for SEND & Safeguarding


Company:	Swale Academies Trust
Salary:	£25,316 - £26,378
Hours:	Full-time
Location:	Ashford, TN24 8AL
Working pattern:	On-site
Job type:	Permanent
Posting date:	29 Jul 2026
Closing date:	28 Aug 2026

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Summary

The North School is seeking to appoint an organised and efficient administrator to assist our SEND and Safeguarding Teams. The main purpose of this role is to support the SENCO and Designated Safeguarding officer in all aspects of day to day administration. This is an exciting opportunity to work in a supportive, friendly and professional environment.

The ideal candidate will need excellent organisational skills, efficient IT knowledge and work well in a team. The role requires discretion and confidentiality at all times. Due to the sensitive nature of working in an SEN Department the successful candidate will need to be resilient, empathetic and have a supportive and understanding nature.

This is a varied role that encompasses all areas of SEND and safeguarding administration and therefore experience, knowledge and understanding of school SEN administration or similar environment is an important element.

This is an exciting opportunity to join our school. In return, we offer a stimulating, supporting, and rewarding working environment, where all staff are valued and where you will have the opportunity to access a range of excellent professional opportunities to support your progression.

We understand the importance of work-life balance and will give due consideration to requests for flexible working.

We are proud to be an inclusive employer and encourage applications from all qualified individuals.

Ready to join us?

If you are interested in this post and require further information or would like an informal discussion regarding the role, please contact Debbie Fuller, Administration Officer for Recruitment and Trips and Visits, at Debbie.fuller@swale.at or 01233 614600.

Applications should be made via Kent Teach or by submitting a SAT Application Form to Debbie.fuller@swale.at. Please note, we cannot accept CVs.

If you experience any difficulty in completing the application form, please contact recruitment@swale.at.

We are happy to discuss any support you may need during your application process as part of our reasonable adjustment approach.

In accordance with current GDPR compliance we will not keep any details / application forms on file once the position is filled.

Applications will be considered upon being received. Interviews may take place prior to the closing date.

Swale Academies Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is exempt from ROA and will require an enhanced DBS disclosure

Swale Academies Trust schools will conduct an online check of shortlisted candidates in line with the Keeping Children Safe In Education guidelines.

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