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Merrylands Primary School and Nursery has an exciting opportunity for a SENDCo Administration Assistant to join our fantastic team in September 2024.
The hours are 9.30am -12.30pm Monday to Friday, 15 hours per week - term time only for 39 weeks per year (including inset days)
Salary Scale 4 Point 7 (Range 7 - 8) Actual Salary £8,683 per annum. (April 2024 pay rise pending) includes paid annual leave which must be taken during school closure periods).
Applications close: Midday on Friday 12th July 2024 Interview date: Wednesday 17th July 2024
School
Merrylands Primary School and Nursery is located in Cumberland Drive, Laindon, Basildon. We are one of ten schools which form the Berlesduna Academy Trust (www.berlesduna.co.uk), where the vision is to create and foster a culture of high aspiration, enjoyment for learning, academic success and lifelong skills amongst all pupils, regardless of their social, economic or cultural background.
We are looking to recruit an enthusiastic SENDCo Administration Assistant to provide administrive support to the SENDCo and to undertake general administrive duties.
We are looking for a person who:
· can provide administrative support to the SENDCo and SEND/ASC Team
· can prepare reports and documentation
· is able to confidently schedule appointments with parents and external agencies
· can liaise with Teachers, parents and external agencies
· is able to arrange SEND reviews with staff, parents/carers and pupils and prepare all annual review documentation, ensuring deadlines are met
· is able to prepare and distribute EHCP reviews and documentation
· can prepare correspondence to parents, agencies, professionals, staff and any internal correspondence required under the direction of the SENDCo
We can offer you:
· a well-resourced learning environment with enthusiastic and supportive staff
· a forward looking school that is dedicated to the success of all children and staff
· access to our Employee Assistance Programme for all staff and their families
· a commitment to continued professional development
Berlesduna is a Trust that values and invests in staff, excellent training, development and planned career progression.
Application
Visits are welcomed and can be arranged by contacting Gaynor Collier at admin@merrylands-pri.essex.sch.uk or by phone 01268 417893. Please take care to complete the application in full as incomplete applications will not be considered. We reserve the right to close the vacancy early so recommend that you submit your application at your earliest convenience.
The Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. All successful applicants will be subject to an enhanced DBS check, medical clearance and satisfactory references.
We are an equal opportunities employer.
Information about the School
Merrylands Primary School and Nursery has an excellent reputation in the local community. We are one of seven schools that form the Berlesduna Academy Trust (www.berlesduna.co.uk), where the vision is to create and foster a culture of high aspiration, enjoyment for learning, academic success and lifelong skills amongst all pupils, regardless of their social, economic or cultural background.