SEN Tribunal Officer

Resolution & Tribunal Officer
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Fox Morris Group are currently working with Council to recruit a Resolution & Tribunal Officer on a contract basis.

Contract details
6+ month ongoing contract

The role
You will play a key role in managing SEND tribunal cases, supporting the local authority through the full appeals process and helping to resolve disputes effectively.

Key responsibilities
- Manage and oversee appeals to the First-tier Tribunal, ensuring all statutory deadlines and compliance requirements are met
- Coordinate mediations to resolve disputes where possible and reduce tribunal escalation
- Represent the local authority at tribunal hearings
- Act as a key point of contact for parents, carers, young people, legal teams, advocates and educational settings
- Maintain accurate and up-to-date case records and documentation

About you
- Experience working within SEND tribunal processes or a similar local authority setting
- Strong case management and organisational skills
- Confident communicator with experience engaging a range of stakeholders
- Ability to manage complex cases and work to tight deadlines