Tribunal/ Mediation Officer PO3

Hours of work: 36 hours per week.

Working pattern: Full-time, (2 years contract)

For an informal discussion, please contact Eva Gunkova – Assistant Director on 07583059782 (you may need to leave a message to be called back)

We are looking for an officer to represent the Local Authority at First Tier SENDIST (Special Educational Needs and Disability Tribunal) tribunal hearings and to facilitate ongoing work in reducing the number of appeals to SENDIST and to lead on the resolution of appeals as they arise. This post is within the SEND Service and Families Directorate.

You will have knowledge and understanding of current SEND Legislation and Reform, statutory procedures and processes governing the provision of services for children with special educational needs. London Borough of Waltham Forest Council is committed to working effectively with parents to meet the needs of children and young people with SEND (Special Educational Needs and Disability) in their local community and this is an exciting opportunity to join us in championing change for children and young people.