Senior Assessment Review Officer (Grade 10) - Interims

SEND Tribunal and Mediation Officer Fully Remote Permanent We are looking for an experienced and highly organised SEND Tribunal and Mediation Officer to join our team on a fully remote basis. This is an important role supporting the effective management and resolution of disputes relating to Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND). You will coordinate SEND tribunal appeals and mediation cases, ensuring that statutory requirements and deadlines are met while working sensitively with families, schools, legal representatives and internal teams. Key Responsibilities Tribunal Case Management: Coordinate responses to SEND Tribunal appeals, including preparing legal documentation, gathering evidence and supporting representation at hearings. Mediation Coordination: Arrange and support mediation meetings between families and the Local Authority, with a focus on resolving disagreements constructively and, where possible, avoiding formal legal proceedings. Legal and Statutory Compliance: Ensure all actions, documentation and responses comply with the SEND Code of Practice, tribunal procedures and relevant statutory timescales. Stakeholder Liaison: Work closely with parents and carers, legal representatives, schools, professionals and internal teams to manage complex and sensitive disputes professionally. Advice and Guidance: Provide specialist advice and guidance to colleagues on SEND tribunal and mediation processes, helping to support consistent and lawful decision-making. ..... full job details .....