30 days remaining to apply

  • Job start date

    2 September 2026

  • Closing date

    18 June 2026 at 12pm (midday)

  • Date listed

    18 May 2026

Job details

Job role

  • Administration, HR, data and finance

Visa sponsorship

Visas cannot be sponsored

Working pattern

Full time: Full time (8:30 – 4:30 Monday to Friday) term-time Contract: Fixed term (1 term, but could be extended)

Contract type

Fixed term - 1 Term

Full-time equivalent salary

£32,535 - £33,987 (pro-rata will be paid)

Pay scale

Scale 5 (point 12-15)

What skills and experience we're looking for

We are seeking a committed, compassionate and highly organised SEND Administrator / Family Liaison Officer to join our dedicated team. This is a dual-role position supporting the effective administration of SEND provision while also acting as a key point of contact for families, ensuring strong communication between school, home and external agencies.

The successful candidate will play a vital role in supporting pupils with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND), helping to ensure they receive high-quality provision and that families feel informed, supported and engaged

The Ideal Candidate Will:

  • Have experience working in a school or educational setting
  • Have a good understanding of SEND provision and processes
  • Demonstrate excellent organisational and administrative skills
  • Be a confident communicator with strong interpersonal skills
  • Show empathy, patience and professionalism when working with families
  • Be able to work independently and as part of a team
  • Have strong IT skills and experience with school systems


What the school offers its staff

We Offer:

  • A supportive and inclusive school environment
  • Opportunities for professional development and training
  • A committed and experienced staff team
  • The chance to make a real difference to children and families

Further information about the job

The candidate will be required to undergo a full enhanced DBS check and must be eligible to work in the UK.
Visas cannot be sponsored.
If you're interested in teaching or training to teach in England as an international citizen, we can help you understand your next steps.

Commitment to safeguarding

Grove Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff to share this commitment. References will be taken up and the successful candidate will be required to undertake an Enhanced DBS check.

Protection of your Data/Information
Once the recruitment process has been completed the application form and associated documents for the successful candidate will be retained to form the basis of an employment record and stored safely and securely. Unsuccessful candidates’ details will be retained for six months and after that period will be securely disposed of.

Applying for the job

This job requires you to download an application form, you will be able to upload the application once complete.

CVs will not be accepted for this application.

Additional documents

If you need these documents in an accessible format, please contact the school.

About Grove Primary School

School type
Local authority maintained schools, ages 3 to 11
Education phase
Primary school
School size
674 pupils enrolled
Age range
3 to 11
Ofsted report
View Ofsted report
Phone number
020 8590 3611

Are you passionate about inclusion and determined to make a real difference to children with additional needs?
 Whether you are an experienced SENCO or a talented teacher ready to take the next step, we would love to hear from you.


Grove Primary School is an outstanding, vibrant and inclusive three-form entry primary school with a strong reputation for nurturing every child to succeed. We are seeking an enthusiastic and committed SENCO to lead and continue to develop our SEND provision, including oversight of our Additional Resource Classrooms (ARC) for pupils with Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCPs).

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