Panel Inclusion Officer

Panel Inclusion Officer 

Location: Medway Council
Rate: £200 per day (via umbrella)
Contract: Initially 3 months
Working ArrangementL 3 days per week in the office

Medway Council is seeking a proactive Panel Inclusion Officer to support our Education & SEND team. This is a fantastic short-term opportunity to play a key role in ensuring fair access, supporting schools and families, and contributing to the smooth running of our panels and processes.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in administering Fair Access Panels, Exclusion Panels, and Attendance Pre-Court Panels.
• Liaise with schools and families on admissions matters and respond to enquiries within agreed timescales.
• Support the recording and issuing of Penalty Notices, working alongside the Penalty Notice & Child Employment Coordinator.
• Collate documentation for legal processes relating to exclusion, suspension, and attendance.
• Process, maintain, and monitor departmental data and records, identifying anomalies and escalating as required.
• Ensure data accuracy and compliance with departmental policies, producing statistics to support effective management.
• Provide additional administration support to the wider Inclusion Team as required.

Skills & Experience

• Experience in education administration, preferably in inclusion or SEND.
• Strong communication skills with schools, families, and colleagues.
• Ability to manage data and record-keeping with high accuracy.
• Organised, proactive, and able to work independently.

This is a 3-month fixed-term contract offering £200 per day via umbrella.
Apply now to join a dedicated team making a real difference in education and SEND support across Medway.