Tribunal and Mediation Officer

SEN Tribunal & Mediation Officer

A local authority in East London is seeking an experienced SEN Tribunal & Mediation Officer to join their team on an interim basis.

Location: East London
Duration: 3 months (initial)
Hours: 35 per week
Rate: £41.10 per hour (Umbrella) £29.79 PAYE (exclusive)

The Role:
You will support the SEN tribunal and mediation service, managing casework from preparation through to hearing stage. This includes liaising with families, schools, legal representatives, and internal stakeholders to ensure timely, fair, and compliant resolution of disputes.

Key Responsibilities:

• Prepare and manage SEN tribunal cases
• Support mediation processes and pre-hearing coordination
• Maintain accurate case records and documentation
• Work closely with education and legal teams
• Ensure compliance with statutory deadlines and procedures

About You:

• Proven experience in SEN tribunal casework or tribunal support
• Strong understanding of mediation and dispute resolution
• Excellent case management and organisational skills
• Experience within a local authority or education/legal setting
• Able to start immediately or at short notice

If you’re available and have the relevant experience, we’d like to hear from you.