Interim Senior Appeals Officer - SEND Tribunal Nottinghamshire

Senior Appeals Officer - SEND Tribunal
?? Remote Working | £400 per day (Umbrella) | Contract until December 2025
Nottinghamshire County Council

Are you an experienced SEND professional with expert knowledge of the SEND Code of Practice and the Children and Families Act 2014? We're currently looking for a Senior Appeals Officer (Senior Practitioner level) to lead on complex Tribunal and Mediation cases within Nottinghamshire County Council's Integrated Children's Disability Service.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead on managing a caseload of SENDIST Tribunal and Mediation cases.
• Prepare the Local Authority's Statement of Case and gather supporting evidence across education, health, and care sectors.
• Represent the Local Authority at Tribunal hearings, providing a strong legal and professional defence.
• Work closely with internal and external partners, supporting and training colleagues on Tribunal processes.
• Identify legal points and key themes in appeals, helping the council drive improvements and deliver best outcomes for children and young people with SEND.

Ideal Candidate:

• Strong understanding of SEND law, including the Children and Families Act 2014 and the SEND Code of Practice.
• Proven experience preparing for and attending Tribunals and Mediation meetings.
• Confident in handling complex caseloads, engaging with multi-agency teams, and communicating with families and legal reps.
• Minimum 4 years' experience in SEND services with significant exposure to statutory assessments and appeal processes.

This is a fantastic opportunity to make a real impact, helping shape positive outcomes for children and families in the SEND space.

?? Interested or want to discuss further?
Call Mayur Rabari on or email m.rabari @edenbrownsynergy.com

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