Admin Assistant

Unlock the Future: Join our Team at The John Wallis Church of England Academy!

Are you a dedicated motivated and skilled Admin Assistant looking for a career-defining opportunity If so we invite you to become an integral part of The John Wallis Church of England Academy family.

At The John Wallis Academy we hold an unwavering commitment to excellence because we firmly believe in the power of choice. Our mission is crystal clear: we are devoted to ensuring that every child regardless of their background receives a top-tier education that empowers them to make meaningful choices in life.

Our support staff play a pivotal role in realising this mission. They recognise the profound importance of providing exceptional support and services to our students and the broader educational community.

Our students are a testament to this commitment. They not only value learning but also show a steadfast dedication to their studies consistently giving their best effort to achieve their goals.

As a member of our support staff you will have the opportunity to contribute significantly to the lives of our students and the smooth operation of our institution. We are looking for the best support team membersindividuals with exceptional skills a commitment to excellence in their roles and a passion for helping students succeed.

The role requires someone who pays meticulous attention to detail has energy enthusiasm a calm manner the ability to prioritise a flexible working approach and able to cope with conflicting demands and interruptions in order to meet internally and externally imposed deadlines. S/he will be approachable have sound people skills strong written and verbal communication together with a can do attitude.

The role can be offered on a full-time or part time hours to accommodate the right candidate this is on a term time only basis.

Main duties:

• Providing overall administration support to the Special Educational Needs Team.
• Planning of all Annual Review documentation ensuring deadlines are met.
• Typing and distributing EHCP reviews and documentation.
• Typing correspondence to parents agencies professionals staff and any internal correspondence under the direction of the SENCO team
• To collate input and assess a range of data required to update the SEN Records
• To develop and manage the SEN filing system (including emails record of telephone conversations) the archiving retrieval and disposing of SEN information as appropriate
• Liaising with primary/feeder schools and external service ensuring that all SEN information is received
• To produce all letters and reports as required including individual letters to parents arrange meetings take minutes respond to telephone calls and messages etc. for the SENCO
• To attend meeting and take minutes as and when necessary
• Liaise with the Examination Officer on Special Examination Arrangement Applications

At The John Wallis Academy we are dedicated to attracting and retaining the best support staff and we offer an exceptional package to achieve that:

• Comprehensive Training and Opportunities: We provide a comprehensive training program for all staff tailored to your specific role and career aspirations. Regardless of your level of experience we are committed to supporting your professional growth and career progression.

• Balanced Workload: We understand the importance of maintaining a healthy work-life balance. We offer work arrangements that ensure you have time for professional development and personal well-being.

• Unique Educational Perspective: As an all-through school The John Wallis Academy offers support staff a unique opportunity to contribute to the educational process from ages 0 to 19.

• Family-Friendly Benefits: We offer free childcare through our wrap-around club offer for primary-aged pupils and a 25% discount on fees at our on-site Nursery provision (rated Outstanding by Ofsted) making it easier for you to balance work and family life.

• Collaborative Opportunities: Our partnerships with other educational institutions open doors to valuable expertise and resources allowing you to expand your knowledge and network.

• A Supportive Community: Join a supportive and collaborative community of educators and support staff where your contributions are valued and recognized.

Our vision for every John Wallis student is clear: we expect them to graduate from our Academy equipped with the qualifications skills and unwavering confidence needed to achieve their ambitions whether thats pursuing higher education or embarking on their chosen career path.

Join us at The John Wallis Church of England Academy where our commitment to excellence and belief in the power of choice shape the futures of our students. If youre passionate about education and share our vision we invite you to apply for a support staff position with us today.

Together we can make a difference and provide our students with the tools they need to shape their own destinies.

The John Wallis Church of England Academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the amendments to the Exceptions Orderand 2020 and therefore is subject to an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) line with Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE) 2025 guidance paragraph 221 all candidates who are shortlisted will be subject to an online search. This search is not part of the shortlisting process itself and all shortlisted candidates will have the opportunity to address any issues of concern resulting from the search. Please refer to our Safeguarding policy on our website: and see our Safeguarding Team: references are also required prior to commencement of employment.

Early applications are encouraged and The John Wallis Academy reserves the right to close the vacancy if a suitable candidate is found.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.