SEND Tribunal mediation and complaints officer
Posted:
11 June 2026 (30+ days ago)
Application Deadline:
8 September 2026
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
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