Job Description:

SEND Tribunal Manager – Kent Council

Fox Morris Group are working to recruit a SEND Tribunal Manager

Purpose of the Job:

The SEND Tribunals Manager is responsible for leading and managing the local authority’s response to appeals made to the First-tier Tribunal (Special Educational Needs and Disability). This includes overseeing all case preparation, ensuring legal compliance, coordinating multi-agency contributions, and representing the local authority at hearings where appropriate.

Knowledge & Experience

• Extensive knowledge of SEND law, including the Children and Families Act 2014, SEND Regulations 2014, SEND Code of Practice 2015, and relevant case law.
• Experience leading or managing SEND Tribunals, legal casework, or statutory SEND processes.
• Strong understanding of multi-agency working, particularly education, health, and social care roles.
• Experience managing staff and leading service development.
• Experience working directly with families, including resolving conflict or managing challenging conversations.

Skills & Abilities

• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex professional reports and legal documentation.
• Excellent written communication, with the ability to draft high‑quality legal submissions.
• Confident and articulate communicator, able to represent the local authority in formal hearings.
• Effective negotiation, conflict resolution, and problem‑solving abilities.
• Ability to manage competing pressures, meet statutory deadlines, and maintain accuracy under pressure.

IF YOU WISH TO APPLY PLEASE RESPOND FIRSTLY WITH AN UP TO DATE CV, AVAILABILITY/ NOTICE PERIOD, THE ROLE YOU WOULD LIKE TO APPLY FOR & THE HOURLY RATE YOU REQUIRE. 

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