Administration Officer (SEND)

Administration Officer (SEND), Walker Riverside Academy Working Term Time Only plus 10 days, Permanent Contract Grade N5 £29,064 - £31,022 per annum, Actual Pro-rata salary is £25,599- £27,323 per annum (pay award pending) Walker Riverside Academy is an exciting and thriving secondary school at the heart of its community in Walker, Newcastle upon Tyne. Walker is an oversubscribed secondary school with 1100 students on roll and this number is predicted to increase over coming years. Working as part of the Administration team, you will provide professional and efficient administration support to the SEND department including managing and responding to emails from the SEND team, dealing with correspondence from key stakeholders, ensuring student data is up to date on the Academy MIS system and supporting the preparation of information for Education Health Care Plans and SEND reviews and attending and taking minutes at meetings. You will also be required to undertake general administration duties for the wider school as required. The ideal candidate will possess excellent communication skills, be able to work with a range of staff and external stakeholders and be able to plan and prioritise workloads to meet deadlines and timescales. We are committed to investing in our staff and you will receive a supportive induction programme and have access to high quality CPD. Opportunities are also available for Trust wide working and career development opportunities. You will also receive consistent support from a dedicated SLT, CEO, Trust Central Team, Local Governing Body and Trust Board. Closing date for applications: Friday 8th May 2026, 12.00 noon All applications must be submitted via the MyNewTerm portal Walker Riverside Academy and Tyne Coast Academy Trust are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. We expect all staff to share this commitment and to undergo appropriate checks including an enhanced DBS with barred list check. In accordance with Keeping Children Safe in Education 2025, an online search will be completed on all shortlisted applicants prior to interview. Any relevant information will be discussed further with the applicant during the interview process. We are proud to be a Disability Confident employer and guarantee an interview to anyone who discloses a disability where their application meets the minimum criteria for the post. Closing date for applications: Friday 8th May, 12.00 noon