SEND - Tribunals, Mediations, and Resolutions Officer

SEND TRIBUNALS, MEDIATIONS AND RESOLUTIONS OFFICER
SEND TRIBUNALS, MEDIATIONS AND RESOLUTIONS TEAM
£44,0331 to £47,532 per annum
Permanent – full time
Hybrid – Newham Dockside
 

JOIN US TO BUILD A FAIRER NEWHAM

At ewham we are ambitious for our children and young people with additional needs. Our aim is to make Newham the best place for all to live, learn and thrive; building on our historic ethos of inclusion and putting children and families at the heart of everything we do. We’re determined and driven towards creating a centre of practice excellence supporting children and young people with SEND, where no child is left behind.

Newham is a diverse borough and we are committed to our workforce being representative of the families that we work with. We are taking concerted, meaningful and intentional action to develop an inclusive culture because we believe this is at the heart of enabling diversity in all respects, including diversity of thought. We challenge all forms of discrimination and injustice to help make Newham a fairer and more equitable place to live, learn and work. 

Newham’s children need support from colleagues who:

• Are child centred and knowledgeable about issues affecting children with additional needs.
• Empathetic in their thinking, and towards our families.
• Driven and determined to improve quality of life for children and families.
• Focused on inclusivity and providing opportunities for children and young people with SEND.
• Value diversity and the future; we are one of London’s youngest, most diverse Boroughs – and proud!

Does this sound like you? Apply now and join us.

ABOUT THE JOB

The SEND Tribunals Officer is responsible for managing appeals and disputes related to Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND), particularly those concerning Education, Health, and Care Plans (EHCPs).

The post holder will be working on behalf of the LA to ensure that all legal obligations are met in the resolution of SEND cases, you will prepare and submit evidence for the tribunal process and play a vital role in representing the local authority in legal settings and ensuring that outcomes are legally compliant and in the best interest of the child or young person.

SEND Tribunal Officers are experts in SEND law, working to resolve disputes amicably where possible but preparing for formal hearings when necessary. Their goal is to ensure that all parties involved are heard and that legal requirements are met throughout the tribunal process.

To find out more and prepare your application please read the job description here

ABOUT YOU

We’re looking for a conscientious individual who is dedicated to tackling disproportionality and passionate about working to the best interest of our children and young people who live with disability. A fair and balanced outlook is essential to this role as we look to build a Fairer Newham for all.

Candidates will need to meet the following (minimum) criteria in their application to be shortlisted:

• Significant experience in the SEND sector.
• Proven knowledge of SEND legislation and tribunal procedures.
• Practical experience with SEND legislation, the EHCP process, and dispute resolution.
• A strong understanding of the Children and Families Act 2014, the SEND Code of Practice, and tribunal procedures 
• excellent communicators, capable of working with families, schools, and legal professionals to navigate complex cases.
• Excellent organisational skills
• Ability to work under pressure and prioritise tasks

TO APPLY

Please submit a CV and supporting statement through our recruitment portal. The supporting statement should demonstrate how you meet the relevant requirements listed above and in the person specification

closing date: 2nd March 2025

Please view JD here

Additional Information

We are committed to creating an inclusive, anti-racist environment for all. When you apply for a job at Newham, your application is considered on its merits regardless of your age, disability, ethnicity, faith, gender identity or sexual orientation. If you share our vision and values, and you bring the experience and skills we need, that’s all that matters to us.

The London Borough of Newham has important responsibilities for safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. If you are appointed to a job that involves working with these groups, you may be subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.

Please attach your supporting statement, explaining in no more than x2 A4 sides why and how you meet the criteria for this role.

We practice anonymised recruitment. Please ensure that you remove all personal information from any documents that you upload.

The personal information we have collected from you will be shared with Cifas who will use it to prevent fraud, other unlawful or dishonest conduct, malpractice, and other seriously improper conduct. If any of these are detected you could be refused certain services or employment. Your personal information will also be used to verify your identity. Further details of how your information will be used by us and Cifas, and your data protection rights, can be found by https://www.cifas.org.uk/fpn.