SEN Tribunal and Mediation Officer

SEN Tribunal and Mediation Officer

Location: Yorkshire

Rate: £400 per day

Working Arrangement: Hybrid or fully remote for suitably experienced candidates

Start Date: Short notice

We are seeking an experienced SEN Tribunal and Mediation Officer to support the SEND service, managing complex tribunal and mediation cases and helping achieve positive outcomes for children and young people with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) and their families. This is an excellent opportunity for a knowledgeable SEND professional with strong tribunal experience who can hit the ground running and provide specialist advice on complex casework.

The Role

You will manage a caseload of SEND tribunals and mediations, represent the local authority at hearings and meetings, and work closely with families, schools, legal representatives and SEND casework teams to ensure statutory responsibilities are met.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage complex SEND tribunal and mediation cases.
• Represent the local authority at tribunal hearings and mediation meetings.
• Prepare high-quality tribunal documentation, evidence and case statements.
• Provide specialist advice and guidance to SEND casework officers.
• Ensure compliance with the Children and Families Act 2014, SEND Code of Practice and statutory timescale...