Senior Assessment Review Officer

Essential Employment; Newbury; Remote; GBP 50,000 - 57,000; Full time

Job summary

Essential Employment is seeking a Senior Assessment Review Officer for a remote, temporary assignment. The role leads SEND tribunal and mediation cases, coordinating timely and lawful responses to appeals and preparing high‑quality documentation, in line with the SEND Code of Practice.

You will work with families, schools and legal representatives, managing complex caseloads under pressure with meticulous attention to detail and a commitment to service improvement.

Qualifications

• Experience coordinating SEND tribunal and mediation cases.
• Ability to produce accurate, timely documentation.
• Understanding of SEND Code of Practice and statutory requirements.

Responsibilities

• Lead management of SEND tribunal and mediation cases.
• Coordinate timely and lawful responses to appeals.
• Prepare high-quality documentation and records.
• Ensure all actions comply with statutory requirements.

Skills

Tribunal management

Case coordination

Documentation

Negotiation

Job description

Senior Assessment Review Officer needed in REMOTE WORKING

This is a temporary role and the rate is £269.21 per day PAYE

The reference number is: OR116356

The successful candidate will take a lead role in managing SEND tribunal and mediation cases with confidence, professionalism and meticulous attention to detail. They will coordinate timely and lawful responses to appeals, prepare high‑quality documentation, and ensure all actions align with the SEND Code of Practice and statutory requirements. They will work sensitively with families, schools and legal representatives, demonstrating strong negotiation and advocacy skills to support constructive resolution of disputes. Their ability to communicate clearly, manage complex caseloads under pressure, and provide expert guidance to colleagues will be essential, alongside a commitment to accurate record‑keeping, reflective practice and continuous service improvement.

Essential Employment is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy. Essential Employment is an Equal Opportunities Employer.

All our roles may be subject to pre-employment checks including references so please be prepared.