Senior Administrator for SEND Reforms

• Suffolk County Council
• Address: Endeavour House Ipswich Suffolk IP1 2BX. Hybrid working
• Salary: 29542 per annum (pro rata for part time)
• Hours: 37 hours per week flexible working options available
• Contract: Fixed Term Contract for up to 2 years

At Suffolk County Council every role is a chance to create positive change.

As a Senior Administratorin the SEND Project Management Office (PMO)youll see the direct impact of your work on the people and places that make Suffolk special. Join us and turn your passion for progress into action.

Reimagine the possibilities.

Your role and responsibilities

In this role you would be expected to:

• Provide administrative support to the SEND Reforms Programme.
• Arrange meetings and maintain programme records/governance logs.
• Produce reports and communications as required.
• Work closely with colleagues both internally and externally.

What you will need

• Excellent organisation and prioritisation skills with the ability to manage competing demands meet deadlines and use initiative.
• Strong Microsoft Office skills particularly Word Excel PowerPoint and Outlook with confidence in learning specialist systems.
• Clear written and verbal communication skills including accurate minute-taking and producing reports presentations and communications for different audiences.
• Strong relationship-building and problem-solving skills with experience of working collaboratively with colleagues customers and partner organisations.

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You can view a full list of requirements in theJob and Person Profile which you can find in the How to apply section towards the bottom of this advert.

If you believe you can succeed in this role apply. Even if you dont meet all requirements still apply. We would appreciate the opportunity to consider your application.

The team

The SEND Programme Management Office (PMO) is at the heart of Suffolks SEND Reform Programme helping to turn strategic priorities into meaningful improvements for children and young people with SEND. Working collaboratively across education health social care and partner organisations the team coordinates programme delivery governance performance communications and business support to create a more inclusive and sustainable SEND system across Suffolk.

Empowering Everyone

Werebig believers in potentialpossibilityand the power of different searching for ways to encourage respect and enable everyone to be the best they can be. We want torepresentthe diverse communities we serve. We welcome applications from all individuals especially those from groups that are currently underrepresented in the organisation as shown inourWorkforce Equality Report.

For more information

Please contact Jo Hedley (she/her) for a casual conversation. You can reach them by emailing

If you want to apply for a secondment read the secondment policy first. Make sure you get permission from your current manager before submitting your application.

How to apply

Step 1 -Read the Job and Person Profile (Word).

Step 2 -Click Apply Now to start your online application.

Step 3 -Upload asupporting statement answering the following questions below (no more than 400 words per question). You should use theSupporting Statement template (Word).

1. What interests you about supporting the SEND Reform Programme and contributing to improvements for children and young people with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND)

2. Tell us about a time when you worked with a range of stakeholders who had different priorities or expectations. How did you build positive working relationships and achieve the required outcome

3. Describe a time when you managed multiple competing priorities and deadlines. How did you organise your workload ensure key tasks were completed on time and maintain accuracy

Step 4 -Upload a CV (without name and personal details).

Please note:Without a supporting statement and CV your interest will not be progressed. Any supporting documents must be in either PDF or MS Word format.

For guidance on completing your application please see our How to Apply page.

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Do you need any reasonable adjustments to help you to apply If you are disabled and/or have additional support needs you can request reasonable adjustments. You can do this by contacting our Recruitment Team by emailing or calling.You can find examples of possible adjustments on our Reasonable Adjustment pages.

Closing date:11.30 pm 11 October 2026.

Interview date: Week commencing 26 October 2026 and 2 November 2026 (dates to be confirmed).

Promoted as SPJ (Standard Plus Job) on Suffolk Jobs Direct.

This role is being advertised as Senior Administrator for advertising purposes. If appointed you will be employed as Business Support Coordinator.

This authority is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service) checks or police vetting will be required for relevant posts.#LI-Hybrid