SEND Administration Officer & Managing Medical Needs Lead - Part-time

Woodlands; Canterbury; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 23,000; Part time

Job summary

A community-focused educational institution in Canterbury is seeking a highly organised and proactive administration officer. This role will provide essential support within the Learning Base and manage medical needs coordination. The ideal candidate will communicate confidently with students, staff, and parents. The position is part-time, with 30 hours per week and a competitive salary starting at £18,653 pro rata. Join a friendly and innovative team committed to providing quality education in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in administrative support roles is advantageous.
• Ability to manage medical needs coordination.
• Excellent communication with various stakeholders required.

Responsibilities

• Provide administrative support to the SENDCO.
• Manage records and communications for the Learning Base.
• Ensure accurate administration of medical needs.

Skills

Organisational skills

Proactive attitude

Communication skills

Job description

Overview

We are seeking to appoint a highly organised and proactive administration officer to provide essential administrative support within our Learning Base and to take on the important role of Managing Medical Needs Lead.

We take immense pride in our school. We are friendly, innovative and deeply committed to ensuring all our students receive a high-quality education in a safe, supportive and caring environment. We are looking for someone who shares these values and would like to join us in delivering on our commitment to our entire school community.

Responsibilities

The successful candidate will primarily:

• Provide administrative support to the Special Educational Needs and Disabilities Coordinator (SENDCO)
• Manage systems, records and communications within, and to, Learning Base
• Take responsibility for the school’s managing medical needs, ensuring accurate administration and coordination
• Communicate confidently with students, staff, parents and external professionals

Post Details

• 30 hours per week – start and finish time to be agreed on appointment
• 39 weeks per year (term time plus 30 hours during the summer holidays)
• Salary paid at KSD, starting at £18,653 p.a. pro rata
• Full-time KSD salary range: £26,393 (starting salary) to £27,713 (after 2 years’ satisfactory employment)

Closing Date

Midday, Wednesday 21st January 2026

Interview Date

To be confirmed

Start Date

To be agreed, expect to be late February/early March 2026

Any enquiries should be made to Mrs Elaine Wall, H.R. Manager, [e-mail]

We reserve the right to interview and appoint suitable candidates prior to the published closing date.