Interim SEND Tribunal Officer
Day Rate: £400 per day
Contract: Interim
Location: Fully Remote
We are looking for an experienced SEND Tribunal Officer to join a Local Authority on an interim basis, working fully remotely.
Key Responsibilities
- Tribunal Case Management: Coordinate responses to SEND tribunal appeals, including preparing legal documentation, gathering evidence and representing the Local Authority at hearings.
- Mediation Coordination: Arrange and support mediation meetings between families and the Local Authority, aiming to resolve disagreements without formal legal proceedings.
- Legal Compliance: Ensure all actions and responses comply with the SEND Code of Practice, tribunal procedures and statutory timelines.
- Stakeholder Liaison: Work closely with parents/carers, legal representatives, schools and internal teams to manage disputes sensitively and professionally.
- Advice and Guidance: Provide expert advice to colleagues on tribunal and mediation processes, supporting consistent and lawful decision-making.
- Record Keeping and Reporting: Maintain accurate records of cases, outcomes and learning points, contributing to service improvement and accountability.
Key Skills \& Experience
- Strong understanding of SEND legislation and tribunal procedures.
- Previous experience managing SEND tribunal appeals and mediation.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to manage complex and sensitive cases professionally.
- Skilled in negotiation, conflict resolution and advocacy.
- Excellent attention to detail and ability to work under pressure.
- Strong understanding of statutory deadlines and compliance requirements.
- Ability to work independently and manage a busy caseload remotely.
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Recruitment is done in line with safe recruitment practices. We are an equal opportunity agency.
