SEN Mediation and Tribunal Officer

Baltimore Consulting; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A local authority is seeking an experienced SEN Mediation and Tribunal Officer for a 3-6 month interim contract with a daily rate of £400-£425. The role involves managing tribunal appeals, facilitating mediation, and ensuring compliance with SEND procedures. Ideal candidates will have strong knowledge of SEND legislation, negotiation skills, and experience representing Local Authorities at hearings. This position offers the flexibility of hybrid or fully remote work.

Qualifications

• Strong understanding of SEND legislation and tribunal procedures.
• Proven ability to manage complex and sensitive cases under pressure.
• Experience representing Local Authorities at hearings.

Responsibilities

• Manage SEND tribunal appeals, including evidence gathering and legal documentation.
• Arrange and support mediation meetings to resolve disputes informally.
• Ensure compliance with the SEND Code of Practice and statutory timelines.
• Liaise with stakeholders to manage cases with empathy and professionalism.
• Provide expert advice to colleagues on tribunal and mediation processes.

Skills

Negotiation skills

Conflict resolution

Advocacy

Attention to detail

Job description

SEN Mediation and Tribunal Officer

3-6-month interim contract

South Coast £400-£425 per day Inside IR35 (via umbrella)

Hybrid or Fully Remote

A Local Authority who is seeking an experienced SEND Tribunal & Mediation Officer to support the resolution of disputes between families and the council regarding SEND provision. This is a key role focused on ensuring legal compliance, managing tribunal cases, and facilitating mediation to avoid formal proceedings where possible.

You’ll be responsible for coordinating responses to tribunal appeals, preparing documentation, and representing the authority at hearings. The role also involves close liaison with families, legal representatives, schools, and internal teams to ensure sensitive and professional handling of complex cases.

Your Role as Capital Programme Delivery Manager:

• Manage SEND tribunal appeals, including evidence gathering and legal documentation
• Arrange and support mediation meetings to resolve disputes informally
• Ensure compliance with the SEND Code of Practice and statutory timelines
• Liaise with stakeholders to manage cases with empathy and professionalism
• Provide expert advice to colleagues on tribunal and mediation processes
• Maintain accurate records and contribute to service improvement

Essential experience:

• Strong understanding of SEND legislation and tribunal procedures
• Skilled in negotiation, conflict resolution, and advocacy
• Represented Local Authorities at hearings
• Proven ability to manage complex and sensitive cases under pressure
• Attention to detail and commitment to lawful, consistent decision-making

If you’re interested in discussing this opportunity in more detail or know someone who this may be of interest to, please do contact Melanie Machin on 0117 313 7110.

(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)