Senior School Appeals & Admissions Lead

ESPO Trading Limited; Leicester; On-site; GBP 37,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Leicestershire County Council is seeking a full-time Appeals Manager in County Hall, Leicestershire. You will lead the School Admissions and Pupil Services appeals team and oversee the delivery of a high-quality appeals service across the local authority area.

The role requires experience in appeals, tribunal processes or senior school leadership, with strong stakeholder engagement and data protection knowledge. Flexible working options may be discussed.

Qualifications

• Experience in managing and developing a School Appeals Team or a similar service, including leading, supporting, and developing staff through supervision and performance management.

Responsibilities

• Lead a small Appeals Team, working with schools, academies, and partner agencies to deliver a high-quality school appeals service.
• Oversee the annual scheduling and coordination of school admission appeal hearings.

Job description

Leicestershire County Council is seeking a full-time Appeals Manager in County Hall, Leicestershire. You will lead the School Admissions and Pupil Services appeals team and oversee the delivery of a high-quality appeals service across the local authority area.

The role requires experience in appeals, tribunal processes or senior school leadership, with strong stakeholder engagement and data protection knowledge. Flexible working options may be discussed.