Interim SEND Resolution Officer
Interim SEND Resolution Officer
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04-07-2025
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Job Description
3 Months Contract with a Local Authority
Job Purpose
- The SENDIST Appeals Manager will be responsible for leading and managing the Council s parental Appeals to the Special Educational Needs and Disability Tribunal (SENDIST). This includes coordinating the process procedures and data linked to the appeals case managing individual appeals providing expert advice to the Council and SEND Officers and representing the Local Authority at appeal hearings.
Key Duties/Accountabilities
- Lead and manage the appeals process for the Special Educational Needs and Disability (SEND) Service to the SENDIST
- Work collaboratively with SEND Officers and manage queries related to Tribunal processes
- Develop appropriate policies procedures and systems in relation to complaints disputes and appeals
- Undertake appeals work in line with statutory requirements and represent the Local Authority at appeal hearings
- Make decisions on behalf of the Local Authority in relation to appeals and complaints
- Work with parents and their appointed legal representatives to mediate and try to reach resolution without the need for formal Tribunal
Essential Experience Required
- Significant experience of SEN Appeals and Tribunals
- Experience of working under pressure and re-prioritizing to meet competing demands and tight deadlines
- Experience of working with education settings and parents/young people
- Experience of successfully managing conflict and disputes in difficult situations
- Experience of effectively negotiating resolutions
- Experience of providing support advice and guidance to education settings and families on disabilities
- Substantial legal experience or an equivalent legal qualification or substantial relevant experience in SEN
Essential Qualification Required
- Educated to degree level or equivalent or at least three years of experience in the field of Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND)
Additional Information
- Working hours: 36 hours per week
- HCPC Registration is required
- Enhanced DBS & barred list check (Child & adult) required
The role closes soon please apply ASAP.
Requirements
Requirements
- HCPC Registration
- Enhanced DBS & barred list check (Child & adult)
To lead and manage the Council s parental Appeals to the Special Educational Needs and Disability Tribunal (SENDIST) To co-ordinate the process, procedures and data linked to the London Borough of Hillingdon appeals SENDIST To be responsible for case managing the individual appeals, engaging all key partners in preparation for the appeal as well as being responsible for representing the Local Authority at appeal hearings and ensure compliance with subsequent Orders. To be a source of expert advice to the Council and SEND Officers on all aspects of the SENDIST. To be responsible for supporting the local area and key stakeholders with their duties related to SENDIST and work closely with the LA s legal team.
Education
Educated to degree level or equivalent or at least three years of experience in the field of Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND).
Employment Type
Full Time
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