Teaching Assistant / SEND Administration Assistant

TEACHING ASSISTANT/SEND ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT   Salary: Grade 5 SCP 7-9, FTE £26,403 - £27,254 p.a., Actual Pro Rata Salary £ 20,038.19 - £20,684.05 p.a. Hours of work: 32.5 hours per week Monday to Friday, Start and finish times to be discussed at interview. Contract: Term Time plus – 38 weeks per year plus 5 inset days (39 Weeks), Permanent Responsible to: SENDCo – Deputy Headteacher Start Date: September 2026 Information about The Friary School The Friary School is a well-established academy, heavily over-subscribed, and nationally amongst the highest performing schools of its type. This status has very much been achieved over the last decade and our recent ungraded OFSTED Inspection Report (March 2024) stated that:   *A culture of high expectations permeates throughout, and pupils rise to this high bar willingly.   *Pupils achieve extremely well.  *Pupils’ behaviour and conduct are excellent.  *Parents and carers are overwhelmingly positive about the school.  *The school’s curriculum is highly ambitious.  *Pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) are supported extremely well.  *The wider development of pupils is exceptionally strong.  *The school’s careers programme is rich and varied.  *There is a plethora of opportunities for pupils to extend their learning beyond the classroom.  *The local governing body members have a strong understanding of the school.     The school places a strong emphasis on ensuring all students - whatever or wherever their starting point -achieve well, and though our cohorts enter the school slightly above national averages ability-wise, their subsequent outcomes consistently far outstrip this    The Friary School also proudly and proactively serves the cathedral city of Lichfield, a treasure in the heart of Staffordshire. The centre retains an unspoilt charm with many listed buildings in its historic streets. Lichfield has a rich and vibrant history as well as offering cultural and entertaining activities all year round in its safe city and local communities. Being located in the heart of the country it benefits from excellent local and national transport links.  We are seeking an organised and proactive Teaching Assistant/SEND Administration Assistant to support the SENDCo and wider school team. This varied role combines high-quality administrative support, liaising with staff, parents, and external agencies, with providing practical, academic, and pastoral support to students. The successful candidate will contribute to individual support plans, and help promote positive behaviour and pupil progress. A strong team player, they will contribute to the school while supporting an inclusive environment where all pupils can achieve and thrive. Job Role Information     In return we can offer you: • a commitment to continuing your profes