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SEND Tribunal mediation and complaints officer


Job Location:

London - UK

Monthly Salary: Not provided by the employer
Posted: 11 June 2026 (30+ days ago)
Application Deadline: 8 September 2026
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy
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Job Summary

3-month contract role with a local authority
Summary
  • This is a 3-month contract role with a local authority focused on managing and resolving complaints mediation cases and tribunal matters. The position is crucial for ensuring fair timely and person-centred dispute resolution aligning with organisational policies statutory requirements and best practices. The role aims to minimise risk to the organisation while maintaining high standards of service delivery.
Responsibilities
  • Manage a caseload of complaints mediation cases and tribunal applications ensuring timely and effective resolution.
  • Investigate complaints thoroughly gather evidence analyse information and prepare clear reports and recommendations.
  • Act as a key point of contact for complainants service users and representatives ensuring professional and empathetic communication.
  • Coordinate and facilitate mediation processes to achieve early and informal resolution where appropriate.
  • Prepare case files submissions and documentation for tribunal hearings ensuring compliance with legal and procedural requirements.
  • Represent the organisation at tribunal hearings when required or support legal representatives with case preparation.
Essential Experience Required
  • Proven experience in handling complaints mediation or tribunal cases within a regulated or public sector environment.
  • Experience conducting investigations and producing detailed reports.
  • Experience working with complex or sensitive cases involving multiple stakeholders.
  • Knowledge of dispute resolution techniques including mediation practices.
  • Experience preparing documentation for legal or formal proceedings is desirable.
Essential Qualifications Required
  • Relevant degree or equivalent experience (e.g. Law Public Administration Social Policy or related field).
  • Professional qualification or training in mediation complaints handling or dispute resolution (desirable).
  • Evidence of continuous professional development in a relevant area.
Additional Information
  • Working hours: 36 hours per week.
  • Enhanced DBS & barred list check (Child & adult) required.
  • We operate on a bi-weekly schedule.
  • The role closes on 16th June 2026 apply ASAP.



Required Skills:

To manage and resolve complaints mediation cases and tribunal matters effectively and in line with organisational policies statutory requirements and best practice


Required Education:

To manage and resolve complaints mediation cases and tribunal matters effectively and in line with organisational policies statutory requirements and best practice