Job Description - Tribunal Manager


3-4 months contract Role with a local authority

Job Purpose



  • To lead and manage the Local Authority’s response to SEND Tribunal appeals, ensuring legal compliance, high-quality case preparation, and effective representation. The role focuses on delivering timely, child-centred outcomes while promoting early dispute resolution and improving services for children and young people with SEND.

Key Duties/Accountabilities



  • Lead the SEND Tribunal function, ensuring compliance with SEND legislation and statutory frameworks.

  • Develop and maintain policies, procedures, and quality standards.

  • Provide strategic advice to senior leadership on trends, risks, and improvements.

  • Oversee all SEND appeals from registration to resolution.

  • Ensure high-quality preparation of case statements, evidence bundles, and documentation.

  • Review EHCPs and associated reports for legal accuracy.

  • Manage complex and high-risk cases.

Essential Experience Required



  • Extensive experience in SEND, tribunals, or legal casework.

  • Experience managing teams and leading service delivery.

  • Experience working with families and resolving disputes.

  • Strong multi-agency working experience.

Essential Qualifications Required



  • Degree (or equivalent experience).

  • Relevant SEND, legal, or management qualifications (desirable).

Additional information to note



  • Enhanced DBS required.

  • We work on bi-weekly schedule

The role closes on 26th June 2026, apply ASAP.  







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