Administrative Assistant - SEND & SCITT
| Posting date: | 10 February 2026 |
|---|---|
| Hours: | Part time |
| Closing date: | 27 February 2026 |
| Location: | Redditch, Not recorded, B98 8HB |
| Company: | Teaching Vacancies |
| Job type: | Contract |
| Job reference: | 5ba1a902-8e68-4a40-a840-df4257ae487d |
Summary
What skills and experience we're looking for
• Has strong organisational skills and excellent attention to detail.
• Is confident managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Communicates clearly and professionally with staff, trainees, parents and external agencies.
• Is proficient in Microsoft Office and comfortable learning new systems.
• Works well independently and collaboratively within a team.
• Demonstrates commitment to safeguarding and inclusive practice.
• Some SEND knowledge would be an advantage (but training could be given)
What the school offers its staff
• A supportive and friendly working environment.
• Training and development opportunities relevant to SEND and ITT.
• The chance to be part of a team making a meaningful impact on pupils and future teachers.
• Trust-wide benefits including pension scheme, wellbeing support, staff benefits package
Further details about the role
Administrative Assistant – SEND & School Initial Teacher Training (SCITT) Support
Temporary - one year
Term time only, 35 hours per week
• (1 day per week for each school (4days)
• 1 day per week for SCIT (1 day)
Scale 3, pt 5-6
Start : As soon as possible
We are seeking a highly organised and proactive Administrative Assistant to provide dedicated support to our Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) departments and our Initial Teacher Training (ITT) programme. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys varied administrative work, thrives in a busy environment, and is passionate about supporting teams that make a direct difference to children, young people, and future educators.
You would be based centrally at the Bordesley MAT offices and will need to visit individual schools when necessary.
We are able to consider some flexibility in working hours.
Closing date: Friday 27th February 2026Interview date : To be confirmed
For more information, please contact Jayne Reynolds, HR Officer on reynoldsj@bmat.co.uk.
We reserve the right to close this vacancy early should we receive a suitable number of strong applications.
NOTES:
Only applications submitted via the TES/Schrole portal will be considered. CVs and open references are not acceptable. The successful candidate must meet the person specification in full in order to be offered the post. Bordesley MAT is an equal opportunities employer.
This post is subject to an Enhanced DBS check and criminal background check via the disclosure procedures. Also as per The Department for Education Statutory guidance, in accordance with the “Keeping Children Safe in Education” legislation latest version that came into effect in September 2025, shortlisted candidates will be subject to an online search as part of our due diligence.
Bordesley MAT is committed to the protection, safety and welfare of its pupils and staff and we aim for the highest standards in safeguarding procedures. We expect all staff to share and promote this commitment.
Commitment to safeguarding
Bordesley MAT is committed to the protection, safety and welfare of its pupils and staff and we aim for the highest standards in safeguarding procedures. We expect all staff and volunteers to share and promote this commitment.
• Has strong organisational skills and excellent attention to detail.
• Is confident managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Communicates clearly and professionally with staff, trainees, parents and external agencies.
• Is proficient in Microsoft Office and comfortable learning new systems.
• Works well independently and collaboratively within a team.
• Demonstrates commitment to safeguarding and inclusive practice.
• Some SEND knowledge would be an advantage (but training could be given)
What the school offers its staff
• A supportive and friendly working environment.
• Training and development opportunities relevant to SEND and ITT.
• The chance to be part of a team making a meaningful impact on pupils and future teachers.
• Trust-wide benefits including pension scheme, wellbeing support, staff benefits package
Further details about the role
Administrative Assistant – SEND & School Initial Teacher Training (SCITT) Support
Temporary - one year
Term time only, 35 hours per week
• (1 day per week for each school (4days)
• 1 day per week for SCIT (1 day)
Scale 3, pt 5-6
Start : As soon as possible
We are seeking a highly organised and proactive Administrative Assistant to provide dedicated support to our Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) departments and our Initial Teacher Training (ITT) programme. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys varied administrative work, thrives in a busy environment, and is passionate about supporting teams that make a direct difference to children, young people, and future educators.
You would be based centrally at the Bordesley MAT offices and will need to visit individual schools when necessary.
We are able to consider some flexibility in working hours.
Closing date: Friday 27th February 2026Interview date : To be confirmed
For more information, please contact Jayne Reynolds, HR Officer on reynoldsj@bmat.co.uk.
We reserve the right to close this vacancy early should we receive a suitable number of strong applications.
NOTES:
Only applications submitted via the TES/Schrole portal will be considered. CVs and open references are not acceptable. The successful candidate must meet the person specification in full in order to be offered the post. Bordesley MAT is an equal opportunities employer.
This post is subject to an Enhanced DBS check and criminal background check via the disclosure procedures. Also as per The Department for Education Statutory guidance, in accordance with the “Keeping Children Safe in Education” legislation latest version that came into effect in September 2025, shortlisted candidates will be subject to an online search as part of our due diligence.
Bordesley MAT is committed to the protection, safety and welfare of its pupils and staff and we aim for the highest standards in safeguarding procedures. We expect all staff to share and promote this commitment.
Commitment to safeguarding
Bordesley MAT is committed to the protection, safety and welfare of its pupils and staff and we aim for the highest standards in safeguarding procedures. We expect all staff and volunteers to share and promote this commitment.