SEND Tribunal & Mediations Case Manager

SEND Tribunal & Mediations Case Manager

£430 - £450 per day

3 month initial contract

Hybrid working - Southeast England

Spencer Clarke Group are seeking an experienced SEND Tribunal & Mediations Case Manager to take responsibility for complex cases, appeals and disputes relating to children and young people with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND).

Working as part of a local authority team in Southeast England, you will work closely with professionals, families and the SEN Manager to determine whether agreements can be made without the need for a hearing.

Essential Requirements:

• Secure understanding of current SEN legislation and experience in representing local authorities at SEND Tribunals.
• Proven experience of managing SEN Casework in a local authority context.
• Excellent time management skills and the ability to ensure that Tribunal cases are progressed according to statutory time-frames.

Duties include but not limited to:

• Prepare and maintain high quality case statements linked to SEND appeals.
• Represent the Local Authority by preparing for and attending formal mediations and actioning any follow up activity.
• Review Tribunal decisions to identify learning points and areas for improvement.

Skills required:

• Able to work collaboratively with various other Council teams towards a common goal of meeting the needs of children with SEND.
• Strong organisational skills and able to prioritise tasks to meet legal deadline dates.
• Excellent negotiation and mediation skills.

How to apply:

If you are interested in this role, click the apply button or contact Richard on 01772 954200 for more information.

Richard, our Award-Winning SEND recruiter, brings a wealth of experience and a proven track record in connecting exceptional professionals with rewarding career opportunities. Reach out to him today to explore how he can support your journey.

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