Interim SEND Tribunal Officer - Hertordshire

Eden Brown Synergy; England; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A local council in the UK is seeking an experienced Tribunal Officer to manage SEND Tribunal casework. The role involves representing the Local Authority at hearings and coordinating multi-agency responses to support children and young people with SEND. Applicants should have proven casework experience and strong knowledge of SEND law. This interim position offers a pay rate of £390 per day with a hybrid working model.

Benefits

DBS check processed

Referral bonus

Twice weekly payroll

Dedicated recruitment consultant

Qualifications

• Proven experience in SEND Tribunal casework with representation.
• 2-3 years' experience in SEND services or aligned roles.
• Strong understanding of statute requirements.

Responsibilities

• Manage high-quality reactive casework for all SEND Tribunal appeals.
• Represent the Local Authority at SENDIST hearings.
• Coordinate multi-agency responses using negotiation skills.

Skills

SEND law knowledge

Negotiation skills

Conflict resolution

Organizational skills

IT skills

Job description

Overview

Tribunal Officer - SEND Tribunal (Hertfordshire Council) — Pay Rate: 390 per day (Umbrella - non-negotiable); Contract Type: Interim / Agency; Location: Hybrid - Hertfordshire (with some remote working).

Hertfordshire Council is seeking an experienced Tribunal Officer to deliver complex SEND Tribunal casework. This role focuses on managing appeals relating to the identification and assessment of children and young people (0-25) with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) and the production, review and maintenance of Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCPs). You will lead on Tribunal hearings, provide high-level casework support, and coordinate robust multi-agency responses to defend the Local Authority\'s position at SEND Tribunal.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage and deliver high-quality reactive casework for all open SEND Tribunal appeals.
• Represent the Local Authority at Special Educational Needs and Disability Tribunal (SENDIST) hearings, defending service provision decisions.
• Coordinate multi-agency responses, using strong negotiation and influencing skills with schools, parents, carers, and professionals.
• Develop comprehensive tribunal documentation including chronologies, evidence bundles, and case summaries.
• Lead and chair multi-agency meetings and case conferences in preparation for Tribunal hearings.
• Maintain expert knowledge of SEND legislation including the Children and Families Act 2014, SEN Code of Practice 2014, and Equalities Act 2010.
• Support service improvement by contributing to policy and procedure development within the SEND service.
• Ensure accurate and compliant record-keeping, data analysis, and monitoring of statutory deadlines.

Person Specification

• Proven experience in SEND Tribunal casework, including representing a Local Authority at hearings.
• 2-3 years' experience in SEND services or aligned roles.
• Strong knowledge of SEND law, processes, and statutory requirements.
• Skilled at working with families, schools, and multi-disciplinary professionals.
• Excellent negotiation, influencing, and conflict-resolution skills.
• Organised, resilient, and able to work under pressure to tight deadlines.
• Excellent IT skills with the ability to analyse data and produce reports.

Why Apply?

This is a unique opportunity to make a direct impact on outcomes for children and young people with SEND in Hertfordshire. You will play a key role in reducing tribunal risk, improving SEND provision, and shaping local services in line with statutory guidance.

Benefits of working with Eden Brown Synergy

• DBS check processed and paid for by Eden Brown Synergy
• Referral bonus if you refer a colleague or friend to us
• Bonus for finding your own job
• Twice weekly payroll
• Dedicated recruitment consultant who will support you throughout your job search, employment and beyond

Eden Brown Synergy is an equal opportunities employer.

Eden Brown Limited is a limited company registered in England and Wales with registered number (phone number removed). Our registered address is 5th floor 4 Coleman Street, London, EC2R 5AR, part of nGAGE Specialist Recruitment Limited T/A nGAGE Talent.