Tribunal Officer

Baltimore Consulting; Remote; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A consulting firm is seeking a SEND Tribunal Officer for a fully remote role based in London. This initial 3-month contract, with potential extension, offers £350 per day. Responsibilities include overseeing mediations and appeals, managing tribunal caseload, and liaising with witnesses. Candidates should have a proven track record as a Tribunal Officer within a local authority and experience in appeal management, with a strong understanding of SEN/D. This is an excellent opportunity for professionals looking to make an impact in a flexible working environment.

Qualifications

• Must have proven experience working as a Tribunal Officer within a local authority.
• Recent experience managing appeals from start to finish.
• Good knowledge of SEN/D and the SEND Code of Practice.

Responsibilities

• Overseeing mediations and appeals.
• Drafting the local authority's response to appeals.
• Managing tribunal caseload.
• Preparing and collating evidence.
• Liaising with witnesses.

Skills

Proven track record as a Tribunal Officer

Experience in appeal management

Knowledge of SEN/D

Job description

SEND Tribunal Officer
London,Fully remote
Initial 3 month contract (With View to Extend)
£350 per day, Inside IR35

CV’s are being reviewed ASAP and Teams interviews will be taking place week commencing 12th January 2026.
In order to be considered for this role, you must have aproven track record working as a Tribunal Officer within a local authoritysetting, along withrecent experience of appeal managementfrom start to finishcovering whole resolutionsand agood knowledge of SEN/D & the SEND Code of Practicewhilst youwon’t be required to represent at hearings.

Responsibilities will include:-

• Overseeing Mediations and appeals
• Drafting the LA’s response to appeals
• Managing a Tribunal caseload
• Preparing and collating evidence
• Liaising with witnesses

The role of SEND Tribunal Officer will also include liaison and advice with locality SENAR teams and in this role, you will be supported by business support officers who will do all the bundles.

If you meet the above criteria and would like to apply for this role, please email your updated CV to [e-mail] or callSimon Floyd 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.