SEND Tribunal Officer

Job Description

SEND Tribunal Officer – Interim Contract

Initial 4-month contract Potential extension available

Daily rate: £350–£400

Oxford office available

We are seeking an experienced SEND Tribunal Officer for an initial 4-month contract, with strong potential for extension. This is a predominantly remote working position. Occasional office attendance may be required, although this is unlikely to be more than once per term.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage allocated SENDIST cases to ensure effective case progression.
• Manage Tribunal processes to ensure all legal deadlines are met and case preparation complies with Tribunal rules and procedures.
• Lead and attend Way Forward meetings, mediation meetings, and pre-Tribunal meetings as required.
• Represent the Local Authority at SEND Tribunals where necessary.
• Provide professional support, challenge, guidance, and training to Headteachers, SENCOs, Governing Bodies, and Academy Trusts to ensure compliance with the SEND Code of Practice and Disability Discrimination legislation.
• Work closely with schools and partner agencies to ensure adherence to statutory timescales outlined within the SEND Code of Practice.
• Maintain effective communication with statutory and voluntary sector partners, including attendance at multi-agency planning meetings and child protection case conferences where required.
• Keep fully up to date with legislative changes, policy updates, procedures, and current guidance, ensuring relevant stakeholders remain informed of developments.

Requirements

• Proven experience managing SEND Tribunal cases within a Local Authority setting.
• Strong understanding of SEND legislation, SENDIST processes, and the SEND Code of Practice.
• Experience representing Local Authorities at Tribunal hearings.
• Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills.
• Enhanced DBS clearance required.

To find out more information please contact Lily at Lilye@4recruitmentservices.com

Recruitment is done in line with safe recruitment practices. We are an equal opportunity agency.