SEND Mediation & Tribunal Team Leader

SEND Tribunal, Compliance & Mediation Team Leader
Job Grade: Level 5, Zone 1
Salary Range: £53,857 – £61,470
Location: 5 Pancras Square, London N1C 4AG, (Hybrid working)

Are you passionate about making a real difference in the lives of children, young people, and families? Do you have a strategic vision and the drive to lead a dynamic team?
Baltimore Consulting are proud to announce that we are working exclusively with London Borough of Camden on an exciting opportunity for you to join Camden Council as a permanent SEND Tribunal, Compliance & Mediation Team Leader within the Education Directorate.

About Camden

Camden are building a borough where everyone can thrive, creating a place that leads the UK in social change and innovation. As part of the SEND & Inclusion Service, the council are committed to supporting children and young people with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND), ensuring their voices and aspirations are at the heart of everything they do.
This is your opportunity to shape high-quality services and strengthen relationships with families and schools in a dynamic and forward-thinking team.

About the Role

As the Tribunal, Compliance & Mediation Team Leader, you will:

• Lead on all tribunal, mediation, and compliance processes, ensuring compliance with SEND legislation, statutory frameworks, and timescales.
• Represent Camden in SEND tribunals and lead strategic planning to improve services.
• Handle complex cases with potential legal and reputational risks, providing strategic reports to inform leadership decisions.
• Oversee all matters of compliance, including complaints, members’ enquiries, and pre-action protocols.
• Collaborate with schools and legal representatives to resolve cases, reducing the need for tribunal hearings.
• Manage and support a team of up to four, fostering capacity building and relational working.
• Deliver clear data analysis and strategic insights to influence service improvement.

About You

To succeed in this role, you will bring:

• Proven experience managing and representing a local authority in tribunals or formal hearings.
• Strong knowledge of SEND legislation, policies, and tribunal processes.
• Exceptional leadership skills, with the ability to manage a team and build capacity across SEND colleagues.
• Strategic thinking and analytical skills to drive service improvements using qualitative and quantitative data.
• A collaborative approach, with the ability to build relationships with diverse stakeholders, including families, schools, and legal partners.
• Resilience, excellent communication skills, and a commitment to Camden’s inclusive ethos.

Work Environment
This role requires a hybrid working model, with at least 60% of your time spent in Camden’s community, building relationships and enhancing local SEND practices.

Why Join Camden?
Camden offers a supportive, flexible work environment that values diversity, equity, and inclusion. With opportunities for professional development and a commitment to employee wellbeing, we ensure all our staff thrive while making a real difference in our community.

Apply Now!
If you are ready to take on this exciting challenge and make a positive impact in the lives of children and young people in Camden, we want to hear from you!

Please refer to the Job Profile for full details of the role requirements and key competencies.
For a confidential conversation about the role, please call our Education Team specialists on 0117 313 7110 or share your CV to –

• Louis Jory – l.jory@baltimoreconsultingltd.com
• Lucy Connick – l.connick@baltimoreconsultingltd.com

 
Camden are proud to be a diverse borough and welcome applications from all communities, particularly underrepresented groups, including Black, Asian, and Other Ethnicities, LGBT+, disabled, and neurodiverse individuals. Camden is committed to equity, justice, and fostering a truly inclusive workplace. Any reasonable adjustments in the workplace will be fully supported during the application and hiring process.

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