SEND Tribunal Officer

SEND Tribunal Officer
6-month Interim Contract
Midlands – Local Authority
£350-£400 per day
Inside IR35 (via umbrella)
Remote/ Hybrid working
 
CV’s are being reviewed next week and interviews will be taking place week commencing 28th April.
 
We have an exciting opportunity working with a Local Authority within the Midlands as a SEND Tribunal Officer. You will be responsible in representing the local authority at SEND hearings where necessary. You will be reporting into the SEND Tribunal Manager and be adept at working through mediation to resolves issues to secure positive outcomes for children and families within the SEND directorate whilst supporting the statutory EHC service.

Your Role as a SEND Tribunal Officer:
 

• Manage the appeals and tribunal process including ensuring all cases are coordinated in line with the tribunal process.
• Case management where appropriate
• Work with colleagues across the local area and in legal services to prepare tribunal documentation and ensure timescales are met for submission.
• Lead on mediation across the service, supporting staff to participate alongside families.
• Provide professional advice and guidance to colleagues and partner agencies supporting children and young people with SEND

Your previous experience as a SEND Tribunal Officer:
 

• Extensive knowledge of SEND Appeal and Tribunal process.
• Experience of chairing meetings and leading working groups.
• Able to advise the senior officers on the approach to individual cases.
• Experience of working as LA Representative in Tribunal Hearings
• Local Authority experience in similar post

 
If you’re interested in discussing this opportunity in more detail or know someone who this may be of interest to, please Max Driscoll on 0117 313 7110 or apply today.
 
(We offer a senior referral scheme upon successful placement of your recommendation so please do get in contact)
 
Our clients are passionate about creating and evolving a diverse workforce and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant.  Recruiting decisions are based on your experience and skills.  Any reasonable adjustments in the workplace will be fully supported during the application and hiring process

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