SEN Tribunal Officer

Venn Group; Oxford; Remote; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in legal services is seeking a professional to lead and manage cases within the SENDIST Tribunal framework. The role involves significant collaboration with various educational and statutory bodies to ensure compliance with the SEND Code of Practice, legal deadlines, and effective communication across all partners. Candidates with the necessary skills and experience to contribute immediately are encouraged to apply.

Qualifications

• Enhanced DBS required.
• Experience in managing legal cases in SEND processes.
• Strong understanding of SEND Code of Practice.

Responsibilities

• Manage allocated cases within SENDIST Tribunal processes.
• Attend Tribunal meetings and represent the LA.
• Ensure compliance with relevant legal frameworks.

Skills

Leadership

Legal knowledge

Communication

Job description

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Duration: Initially until December 2025

Remote

Full time

Enhanced DBS on the update service required

Responsibilities:

1. To lead and manage allocated cases within SENDIST Tribunal processes to ensure that all legal deadline dates are met and that all case preparation is in line with Tribunal rules.
2. To lead and attend Way Forward, Mediation and pre-Tribunal meetings as required.
3. To represent the LA at SEND Tribunals where necessary.
4. To provide professional support, challenge and advice (including training where required).
5. To work with Headteachers, SENCOs, Governing Bodies/Academy Trusts to ensure they are compliant with the SEND Code of Practice and Disability Discrimination Act.
6. To collaborate with schools and partner agencies to adhere to the time scales set out in the SEND Code of Practice.
7. To maintain effective communication with key statutory and voluntary sector partners, including attendance at multi-professional planning meetings and child protection case conferences.
8. To stay updated on changes to legislation, policies, procedures, and current guidance to ensure staff are informed.

If you have the skills and experience to hit the ground running, apply now!