SEND and Access Arrangements Assistant

Role: SEND and Access Arrangements Assistant Hours: 26 hours per week, Term Time Only (flexible on working hours - to be discussed at interview) Salary: Band 2 (SCP 6 - SCP 7) £25,558 - £25,951(FTE Salary) /£15,403 - £15,640 (Actual Salary) Contract type: Permanent, Part time Reporting to: SENCo Start date: 20th August 2026 About Us This is an exciting time to be joining the Sir John Brunner Foundation. Our Multi-Academy Trust educates more than 4300 children and young people and employs over 450 professionals. Each of our four good and outstanding academies operates at the heart of their local community. Our mission is to enhance students’ lives through the highest standards of education underpinned by our Trust values of Excellence, Belonging and Partnership. The Multi-Academy Trust incorporates: The County High School, Leftwich. Middlewich High School. Sir John Deane’s Sixth Form College. Macclesfield Academy. The Sir John Brunner Foundation has a proud legacy of educational excellence dating back to 1557. We remain firmly focused on children, providing a first-class experience that nurtures curiosity, confidence, and joy in learning. In working with our communities, we create an environment where every child feels valued, safe, and supported to reach their potential. The Foundation’s Head Office is based at the Sir John Deane’s College campus in Northwich. Sir John Deane’s College This role is based at Sir John Deane’s Sixth Form College; the country’s leading sixth form college. It is an excellent place to work where colleagues are recognised for their hard work and supported to develop professionally. We foster a strong ethos of ambition and aspiration in all aspects of college life which means our students are hardworking and extremely well behaved. Our students are supported by dedicated pastoral and learning support teams who have an important role in facilitating our inclusive offer. The College has exemplary teaching, learning and recreational facilities contained within a beautiful campus. About the Role The post holder will provide efficient and effective administrative support within the Inclusion department, specifically focusing on supporting the SEN and Access Arrangements team. They will provide administrative support to the SENCo within the Annual Review process and day-to-day SEND enquiries. They will also provide support and assistance with the co-ordination, planning and submission process for Exam Access Arrangements for internal and external examinations in line with internal, exam board and JCQ regulations. This role follows a college academic calendar and requires onsite attendance from the start of the academic year on GCSE Results Day (third Thursday in August), ending in mid‑July. Your Responsibilities Please refer to the job description attached. What we are looking for Achieved 5 A*-C / 9-4 at GCSE Level Exper