Admin Officer - Full-time - Special Needs Position

Life Skills Enterprise, Margate

• Ref:KCC886-6188-11S
• Posted:11/03/2026
• Pay:Kent Range Scheme C-D
• Start Date:Immediate
• App Close Date:19/04/2026 at 22:00
• Interviews:21st April 2026

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Life Skills Enterprise are seeking an organised and proactive School Administrator to join our team. This is a key role within the school, supporting the smooth running of administrative systems and ensuring compliance with SEND processes. Please note that this is a 52-week contract. 

The successful candidate will work closely with the Executive Principal and leadership team and play an important part in supporting staff, pupils and families.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide administrative support to the Senior Leadership Team
• Manage admissions enquiries and maintain pupil records
• Support the coordination and administration of EHCP documentation and annual reviews
• Assist with school data systems and pupil information management
• Provide HR administrative support including staff files and recruitment processes
• Maintain accurate school records and documentation
• Support communication with parents, local authorities and external agencies
• Assist with general office administration and reception duties

The Ideal Candidate Will

• Be highly organised with excellent attention to detail
• Have strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Be confident using administrative and data systems
• Be able to manage multiple priorities in a busy school environment
• Have experience in education or SEND settings (desirable but not essential)

Why Join Us

• Work within a supportive and passionate team
• Opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of young people with additional needs
• Be part of a growing and innovative special school
• Professional development opportunities

Information about the school

Life Skills Enterprise is a new specialist secondary school for pupils with autism as their primary diagnosis, all of whom have an Education, Health and Care Plan (EHCP). Life Skills Enterprise is the partnership school of Life Skills Manor. Both schools offer an holistic, therapeutic approach to education, providing a nurturing environment tailored to meet the diverse needs of its learners.

Our double-stranded curriculum integrates both academic and vocational pathways, enabling students to achieve meaningful qualifications alongside practical life and work-related skills. Therapies and targeted interventions are embedded throughout the school day, supporting emotional regulation, communication, and personal development.

Life Skills Enterprise is committed to preparing pupils for adulthood by fostering independence, confidence, and resilience, equipping each learner with the tools they need for life beyond school.

www.lifeskillsenterprise.co.uk

www.lifeskillsmanor.co.uk

Job Contact Information

• Name:Paul Barrett
• Address:Northdown House, Margate , Kent , CT9 3TP
• Telephone: 01843 260315
• Email: paul@lifeskillsenterprise.co.uk

Documents

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• Admin Assistant Job Description