Tribunal Officer

Company : Civic Recruitment Limited

Job Type : Full Time

United Kingdom

Job Description - Tribunal Officer

2-3 Months Contract with a Local Authority

Summary

This role involves leading and delivering services for the identification, analysis, case management, and review of children with Special Educational Needs (SEN) who are at risk of, or involved in, appeal hearings with the Special Educational Needs and Disability Tribunal Service (SENDIST). The position requires representing the Council at appeal hearings, ensuring compliance with legislation, best practices, and budgetary requirements, while providing a solution-focused, client-oriented service to minimize parental recourse to SENDIST.

Responsibilities

Manage and progress complex tribunal cases (approximately 145â150 annually) within statutory and legal frameworks.

Represent the Council at SENDIST hearings and prepare detailed case documentation.

Liaise with parents, schools, legal representatives, and multi-agency professionals to resolve disputes effectively.

Conduct assessments in complex or high-risk circumstances, ensuring safeguarding and wellbeing.

Contribute to policy development, service planning, and quality improvement initiatives.

Monitor and support team performance using a coaching approach.

Requirements

Proven experience in tribunals or working within a legal framework.

Strong background in complex case management within a multi-disciplinary environment.

Experience in managing and coaching staff.

Demonstrable ability to handle challenging conversations and situations with sensitivity.

Educated to degree level or equivalent.

Up-to-date knowledge of SEN legislation, statutory procedures, and government policy.

Excellent advocacy and negotiation skills.

Competent in IT systems, including MS Office and database management.

Additional Information

Satisfactory DBS clearance (Enhanced with Children & Adults Barred List) is essential.

Car driver with a current, clean driving licence valid for use in the UK.

We work on bi weekly schedule

the role closes on 9th June 2026

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