SEND and Medical Administrator
Harris Academy Peckham, London, SE15 5DZ7 days remaining to apply
Start date details
As soon as possible
Closing date
21 September 2026 at 11:59pm
Date listed
14 September 2026
Job details
Job role
- Administration, HR, data and finance
- Pastoral, health and welfare
Visa sponsorship
- Visas cannot be sponsored
Working pattern
- Full time: Actual salary £31,077.35 -£32,971.61 (38 weeks per year, 37.5 hours per weei)
Contract type
- Fixed term - to August 2027
Full time equivalent salary
- £36,963- £39,216
Pay scale
- Grade 6 (Inner London)
Additional allowances
+ Pension Scheme (LGPS) + Harris Wellbeing Cash Plan + Additional Harris Benefits
What skills and experience we're looking for
We are looking to recruit an enthusiastic and skilled Administrator to support SEND Administration and the Safeguarding and Medical Lead, on a fixed-term contract to August 2027.
This is an excellent opportunity to work in a growing Academy, where you will be highly supported by both the Academy team and the wider Harris Federation. As the Academy grows to full capacity there is a wide range of opportunities for future career progression.
We would like to hear from you if you have:
- GCSE mathematics and English at grade C or above and relevant level 3 qualification
- Trained in the use of a variety of ICT packages
- Knowledge of procedures for entering data on a central management information system
- Basic training on Management Information Systems
- At least a year's experience working in school or educational establishment
- Experience of working in an inner city school
- Experience of working to targets and deadlines
For a full job description and person specification, please download the Job Pack.
What the school offers its staff
Our vision at Harris Academy Peckham is to ensure every child achieves excellence in all aspects of academy life. We have high aspirations, both in terms of academic standards and personal development, in order to prepare your child for the demands of the 21st century global workplace. We expect every child to excel, and will provide the necessary challenge and support to make this happen.In line with all Harris Academies, we ensure that we prepare engaging and innovative learning experiences for our students, within a disciplined context where good manners, smart uniform and mature conduct are expected from all.
Our people are at the heart of our success. We have developed a strong culture of collaboration and best practice, with professional development and career planning at its centre. We invest in our staff with support, coaching, mentoring, and a wide range of top-quality training programmes delivered at every level to senior leadership.We look for talented individuals who share our vision for creating exceptional places of learning, and are committed to ensuring that every child in London has access to the best possible education.In addition to the opportunities for career progression, training and development, we also offer a competitive rewards and benefits package which includes a Performance and Loyalty Bonus, Pension Scheme, a Wellbeing Cash Plan,26 days' annual leave (plus bank holidays) for non term-time only employees, and many other benefits.
Flexible working opportunities
Harris Federation is committed to fostering a positive and supportive working environment for our staff, recognising that achieving a balance between professional and personal responsibilities is essential. We understand that each individual’s circumstances are unique, which is why we offer flexible working options that can be adapted to meet the needs of both the academy and our employees.
Our approach to flexibility includes a range of solutions, from tailored working hours to part-time arrangements, where appropriate, ensuring that we maintain our high standards of education while supporting the wellbeing of our staff. Whether you are a classroom teacher, support staffor part of our senior leadership team, we work together to find solutions that align with both the operational needs of the academy and your professional development.
Harris Federation and our academies are dedicated to creating an inclusive and collaborative environment, where every member of staff can thrive and feel valued in their role.
Further information about the job
Your responsibilities will include:
- Preparing and coordinating annual review paperwork, meetings and documentation
- Developing Learning Support Assistant timetables and coordinating targeted interventions
- Supporting the management of the Learning Support Assistant team, including cover arrangements and learning walks
- Coordinating speech and language provision and communicating with key stakeholders
- Liaising with external professionals, including Educational Psychologists and therapists, to arrange assessments and support
- Representing the SEND department at wellbeing and safeguarding meetings
- Completing SEND screening assessments and maintaining accurate student records
- Supporting Year 6 to Year 7 transition activities, including information gathering and family engagement
- Assisting with SEN consultations and preparing Individual Development Plans
- Supporting exam access arrangement processes and documentation
- Liaising with the SENDCo, safeguarding and medical teams to coordinate student support
- Administering and monitoring student medication in line with legal and organisational requirements
- Maintaining accurate records of medical needs, incidents and care plans
- Supporting safeguarding record-keeping and compliance processes
- Communicating with parents, carers and healthcare professionals to support student wellbeing
- Maintaining confidentiality and up-to-date professional knowledge and training requirements
Commitment to safeguarding
The Harris Federation and all our academies are committed to ensuring the highest levels of safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and we expect all our staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All offers of employment are subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, references, an online search, and where applicable, a prohibition from teaching check will be completed.
Applying for the job
Apply for the job by following the link below.
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About Harris Academy Peckham
- Organisation type
- Academy, ages 11 to 16
- Education phase
- Secondary school
- Size
- 458 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 11 to 16
- Ofsted report
- View Ofsted report
- Email address
- careers@harrisfederation.org.uk
- Phone number
- 0207 703 4417
Our vision at Harris Academy Peckham is to ensure every child achieves excellence in all aspects of academy life. We have high aspirations, both in terms of academic standards and personal development, in order to prepare students for the demands of the 21st century global workplace. We expect every child to excel, and will provide the necessary challenge and support to make this happen.
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