SEN Tribunal And Mediation Officer

4Recruitment Services Ltd; Beverley; Hybrid; GBP 66,000 - 81,000; Full time

Job summary

4Recruitment Services Ltd. seeks an experienced SEN Tribunal and Mediation Officer to manage a caseload of SEND tribunals and mediations, representing the local authority at hearings and meetings.

You will prepare robust documentation and provide specialist guidance to SEND casework teams, ensuring compliance with legislation and statutory timescales. The role demands strong knowledge of the SEND Code of Practice and the ability to collaborate with families, schools and legal representatives to

Qualifications

• Proven experience representing a local authority or similar organisation at SEND tribunals and mediations.
• Strong knowledge of SEND legislation including the Children and Families Act 2014 and SEND Code of Practice.
• Experience managing complex SEND casework and tribunal processes.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with ability to prepare robust evidence and documentation.

Responsibilities

• Manage a caseload of SEND tribunals and mediations.
• Represent the local authority at tribunal hearings and mediation meetings.
• Prepare high-quality tribunal documentation, evidence and case statements.
• Provide specialist advice and guidance to SEND casework officers.
• Ensure compliance with the Children and Families Act 2014, SEND Code of Practice and statutory timescales.
• Work collaboratively with families, schools, legal representatives and wider stakeholders.
• Maintain accurate case records and ensure all processes meet legislative requirements.

Skills

Tribunal/mediation expertise

Case management

SEND legislation knowledge

Strong communication

Job description

SEN Tribunal and Mediation Officer

Location: Yorkshire

Rate: £400 per day

Working Arrangement: Hybrid or fully remote for suitably experienced candidates

Start Date: Short notice

We are seeking an experienced SEN Tribunal and Mediation Officer to support the SEND service, managing complex tribunal and mediation cases and helping achieve positive outcomes for children and young people with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) and their families. This is an excellent opportunity for a knowledgeable SEND professional with strong tribunal experience who can hit the ground running and provide specialist advice on complex casework.

The Role

You will manage a caseload of SEND tribunals and mediations, represent the local authority at hearings and meetings, and work closely with families, schools, legal representatives and SEND casework teams to ensure statutory responsibilities are met.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage complex SEND tribunal and mediation cases.
• Represent the local authority at tribunal hearings and mediation meetings.
• Prepare high-quality tribunal documentation, evidence and case statements.
• Provide specialist advice and guidance to SEND casework officers.
• Ensure compliance with the Children and Families Act 2014, SEND Code of Practice and statutory timescales.
• Work collaboratively with families, schools, legal representatives and wider stakeholders.
• Support dispute resolution, service improvements and the sharing of best practice.
• Maintain accurate case records and ensure all processes meet legislative and procedural requirements.

Essential Experience

• Demonstrable experience representing a local authority or similar organisation at SEND tribunals and mediations.
• Strong knowledge of SEND legislation, including the Children and Families Act 2014 and SEND Code of Practice.
• Experience managing complex SEND casework and tribunal processes.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to prepare robust evidence and documentation.

Recruitment is done in line with safe recruitment practices. We are an equal opportunity agency