Lead SENDIST appeals for Oxfordshire County Council, applying SEND legislation and Tribunal processes within the Tribunals, Resolutions and Compliance Team.
As an experienced Senior Officer, you will manage allocated appeal cases and support improved outcomes for children and young people. The role requires strong SEND casework, excellent communication, and confident stakeholder management. You will work with schools, families, partner agencies, and local authority colleagues while meeting statutory duties, Tribunal regulations, and legal deadlines.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead and manage allocated SENDIST tribunal cases
- Meet legal deadlines and Tribunal case preparation requirements
- Attend mediation and pre-Tribunal meetings as required
- Represent the Local Authority at SEND Tribunal hearings
- Advise schools, SENCOs, governing bodies, and Academy Trusts
Requirements:
- Strong knowledge of SEND legislation and Tribunal processes
- Proven experience managing SENDIST cases
- Confidence representing a Local Authority at hearings
- Excellent communication, organisation, and stakeholder management skills
- Experience managing complex SENDIST appeals effectively
Use SEND casework expertise, legal knowledge, and collaborative communication to manage appeals for Oxfordshire's children and young people.
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