SEND Tribunal Officer

I am working with a local authority based in the Midlands, who have an immediate requirement for an experienced Interim SEND Tribunal Officer to work within the SEN Tribunals team.

• 3 month initial contract
• 5 days per week
• £400 per day
• Fully remote
• Inside IR35
• Start ASAP

CV's are being reviewed this week and Teams interviews will be held shortly thereafter.

In order to be considered for this role, you must have a proven track record working as a Tribunal Officer within a local authority setting, along with recent experience of appeal management from start to finish including presenting the LA's case hearing, covering whole resolutions and a good knowledge of SEN/D & the SEND Code of Practice.

The role of the SEND Tribunal Officer is to represent the Council in Tribunal appeals.

Responsibilities will include:

• Considering appeals
• Drafting the LA's response to appeals
• Managing a caseload of around 35-40
• Preparing and collating evidence
• Liaising with witnesses and representing the Council at final hearings

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 or call Sarah Williams on .

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.