Job Description

SEND Tribunal & Complaints Officer - North West Local Authority

400 per day

3-6 month initial contract

2 days per week onsite - Would consider fully remote

We are seeking an experienced SEND Tribunal and Complaints Officer to join our Local Authority client in the North West. This is a great opportunity to play a key role in reducing the backlog of SEND complaints and tribunal cases, managing complex cases, and ensuring timely, high-quality outcomes.

Essential Requirements:

• Significant experience in SEND Complaints and Tribunal cases within a Local Authority.
• Ability to work under pressure while managing a demanding caseload

• Strong knowledge of SEND legislation, including The Children and Families Act 2014, SEND Code of Practice 2015 and SEND Regulations 2014

Duties include:

• Manage a varied caseload of SEND complaints and tribunal cases, ensuring statutory deadlines are met.
• Represent the council at mediation meetings and SEND Tribunal hearings
• Monitor case progress and contribute to reducing the backlog of SEND complaints and tribunal cases

If you are interested in this role, click the apply button or contact Richard on (phone number removed) or for more information.