Senior Assessment Review Officer – SEND – AR

Senior Assessment Review Officer – SEND

Rate: Non-negotiable
Location: Fully Remote
Contract: Temporary / Contract

Role Overview

We are seeking an experienced Senior Assessment Review Officer to support the management of SEND disputes, tribunal appeals and mediation cases. The role will involve managing complex and sensitive cases, ensuring statutory requirements and deadlines are met, and working closely with families, legal representatives, schools and internal council teams.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage SEND tribunal appeals, coordinating responses, legal documentation and supporting evidence.
• Prepare and organise case information and documentation for SEND tribunal hearings.
• Coordinate and support mediation meetings between families and the local authority.
• Work towards resolving disagreements at mediation wherever possible before matters progress to tribunal.
• Ensure all casework complies with the SEND Code of Practice, relevant legislation, tribunal procedures and statutory timescales.
• Liaise professionally with parents/carers, legal representatives, schools, SEN teams and other professionals.
• Provide advice and guidance to colleagues regarding SEND tribunal and mediation processes.
• Manage complex and sensitive cases professionally, using effective communication, negotiation and conflict-resolution skills.
• Maintain accurate records of cases, correspondence, outcomes, deadlines and decisions.
• Identify learning points and contribute to service improvement and consistent decision-making.

Key Requirements

• Strong experience working within SEND, preferably within a local authority environment.
• Good knowledge of SEND legislation, the SEND Code of Practice and tribunal procedures.
• Experience managing SEND tribunal appeals, mediation or education appeals.
• Strong case management skills with the ability to manage multiple complex cases and statutory deadlines.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Experience dealing with sensitive or potentially contentious cases involving families and professionals.
• Strong negotiation, conflict-resolution and advocacy skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and the ability to work independently in a fully remote environment.

Working Arrangement

Fully Remote

Please note: The advertised rate is non-negotiable.