Senior Tribunal Officer SEND

Senior Tribunal Officer (SEND)4-month contract £350-£400 per day Mostly remote working

An excellent opportunity has arisen for an experienced SEND professional to join a Local Authority on an interim basis, leading and managing cases within SENDIST Tribunal processes. This role is ideal for someone with strong knowledge of the SEND Code of Practice, Tribunal regulations, and multi-agency working.

Key Details

Contract: 4 months, with potential extension

Working pattern: Mostly remote (occasional office attendance, likely no more than once per term)

Locations: Access to local offices and County Hall for hot-desking

Rate: £350-£400 per day

Clearance: Enhanced DBS with Children's & Adults' Barred List (required)

Role Responsibilities

• Lead and manage a caseload of SENDIST Tribunal cases, ensuring all statutory deadlines are met and all documentation complies with Tribunal rules.
• Attend and lead Way Forward meetings, mediation sessions and pre-Tribunal discussions.
• Represent the Local Authority at SEND Tribunals where required.
• Provide expert advice, challenge, and guidance to Headteachers, SENCOs, Governing Bodies and Academy Trusts to ensure full compliance with the SEND Code of Practice and the Disability Discrimination Act.
• Work closely with schools, families, and partner agencies to meet statutory timescales and maintain positive, constructive relationships.
• Ensure effective communication with all statutory and voluntary sector partners, including attending multi-professional meetings and child protection case conferences.
• Remain fully up to date on relevant legislation, policy changes and national guidance, ensuring these updates are communicated across the service.

Requirements

• Proven experience managing SENDIST Tribunal cases within a Local Authority or similar setting.
• Strong working knowledge of the SEND Code of Practice and Disability Discrimination Act.
• Confident representing the Local Authority in Tribunal settings.
• Ability to work collaboratively with schools, agencies and families.
• Enhanced DBS (Children's & Adults' barred list) is essential.

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