SEN Tribunal Officer #000A111E1

Admin/Office Skills, Data Input, IT Literate, MS Excel, MS Word, Skills
Halifax, Barnsley
June 16, 2025
£250 - £350 / day
Interim / temporary

Job Description

📌 Job Title: SEN Tribunal Officer
📍 Location: [Insert Local Authority or Region]
💼 Type: Temporary / Interim Position
📅 Duration: 3+ Months (with potential extension)
💰 Pay Rate: Competitive – Depending on Experience

About the Role
We are currently seeking a highly experienced SEN Tribunal Officer to support a Local Authority in managing and resolving complex Special Educational Needs (SEN) cases. The role involves leading on SEND Tribunal appeals and representing the Local Authority at hearings, as well as promoting early resolution through expert negotiation and mediation.

You’ll act as a key contact for legal and statutory matters relating to EHCP disputes, while also supporting the SEN team to improve practice and reduce the risk of appeals, complaints, or judicial reviews.

Key Responsibilities

  • Represent the Local Authority at SENDIST hearings and defend service provision

  • Lead on the resolution of complex SEN cases, promoting early intervention and mediation

  • Provide expert guidance to SEN Officers and senior leaders regarding Tribunal processes

  • Work directly with families, schools, and legal representatives to resolve disputes

  • Support the improvement of team practice and contribute to reducing risk of appeals

  • Chair and attend resolution meetings, using tact, empathy and negotiation

  • Ensure accurate case management and records using internal systems

Essential Requirements

  • In-depth knowledge of current SEND legislation and Tribunal processes

  • Proven experience managing complex SEND casework, including appeals

  • Skilled in conflict resolution and multi-agency working

  • Confident in handling emotionally sensitive cases and working with families

  • Strong ICT skills and ability to manage high caseloads

  • Relevant professional qualifications or equivalent experience

Desirable

  • Background in Education, Social Care or Health

  • Knowledge of related legal frameworks (e.g., Children Act, safeguarding)

  • Experience using the Capita system

Apply Now
If you have the expertise and confidence to represent a Local Authority at Tribunal level and are passionate about improving outcomes for children with SEND, we’d love to hear from you.

📩 Contact Rob at Semester Recruitment or email your CV for further details.

You must have:

  • Post qualified experience.

  • Enhanced DBS/Update service.

  • References required for the last 5 years of employment.

Benefits of working with Semester.co.uk:

  • Free on-going training opportunities upon registering as part of our commitment to you.

  • Competitive Rates of pay

  • In house payroll, providing weekly payments and support

  • Enhanced DBS completed.

  • Support and expert advice from an approachable, dedicated and friendly team

  • An assigned dedicated & experienced consultant

  • Various employment opportunities in your preferred geographical area

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