We are working closely alongside a Local Authority in Nottinghamshire to assist with the appointment of a Senior Appeals Officer, on a 2.5-month contract, likely to be extended at clients discretion. Please apply with your CV for immediate consideration.

Rate of Pay: £21.14 - £28.90 per hour

Summary:

We are seeking an experienced and proactive Senior Appeals Officer to manage a caseload of SEND Tribunal and Mediation cases. The role involves preparing the Local Authoritys Statement of Case, gathering evidence in collaboration with multi-agency professionals, and representing Nottinghamshire County Council at the Special Educational Needs and Disability Tribunal (SENDIST). You will play a key role in ensuring cases are well-prepared, legally compliant, and resolved in the best interests of the child or young person, while ensuring efficient use of public resources.

Responsibilities:

• Lead and manage all aspects of SENDIST Tribunal and mediation cases on behalf of the Local Authority.
• Prepare detailed Statements of Case, gather and review supporting documentation, and coordinate with education, health, and social care partners.
• Represent the Local Authority at Tribunal hearings and mediation sessions with professionalism and thorough legal understanding.
• Ensure all statutory timelines and procedural requirements are met.
• Provide support and guidance to other case officers and senior practitioners, including training on appeals and tribunal casework.

Qualifications:

• Educated to Level 6 (Degree level) or above in a relevant field (e.g., education, social care, law).

• Minimum of 4 years experience in SEND casework or a related field.
• Demonstrated experience of preparing and presenting cases at SEND tribunals and mediations.
• Proven track record in managing complex cases and supporting colleagues through guidance and training.
• Multi-agency working experience, with the ability to influence and coordinate across services.
• Experience with safeguarding frameworks and working directly with families facing complex challenges.

Please note:

• You should be available to work immediately or at a short notice.
• You should have right to work in U.K
• This role requires an Enhanced DBS

Disclaimer: Brackenberry Ltd is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy. We are committed to equality in the workplace and is an equal opportunity employer. Unless otherwise stated all of our roles are temporary, though assignments can be and often are, extended by clients on a longer term basis and can sometimes become permanent.

Important: We will interpret your application as being permission to submit your CV to this role (with the right to represent you) unless you advise us to the contrary. Your DBS must be either through us or be accompanied by a subscription to the DBS updating service.

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