Tribunal Officer Specialist
2 days ago
We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Tribunal Officer to join Wokingham Borough Council on a full-time, permanent basis.
About the RoleThe successful candidate will be responsible for representing the Council at First-tier Tribunal (SEND) legal hearings, including Case Management Hearings and Judicial Alternative Dispute Resolution (JADR) hearings.
Main Responsibilities:- Tribunal Hearings: Represent the Council at First-tier Tribunal (SEND) legal hearings, including Case Management Hearings and JADR hearings.
- Decision Making: Make decisions and take financial responsibility within a SEND Tribunal legal hearing, in agreement with the Head of Service.
- Pre-Action Judicial Reviews: Manage all SEND related pre-action Judicial Review proceedings, prepare responses, and coordinate WBC's response with counsel where appropriate.
- Expert Knowledge: Provide expert knowledge on the SEND Code of Practice 2015, Children and Families Act 2014, Case Law Rulings, and SEND Regulations to support the effective delivery of the SEND Service.
- Education: Degree-level or equivalent qualification.
- Legal Knowledge: Maintain a high level of legal knowledge as it applies to SEND, including the ability to confidently translate relevant legislation into working practice.
- Communication Skills: Ability to gather and collate insight, and translate it into impactful learning & development interventions for the wider SEND service, families, and schools.
- IT Skills: Proficient in Microsoft Office packages, with enhanced ability in using MS Excel to integrate data and MS PowerPoint to present findings.
- Annual Leave: 31 days (rising to 36 days after 5 years continued local government service), plus Bank Holidays.
- Pension Scheme: Excellent local government pension scheme.
- Employee Assistance Programme: Including 24/7 wellbeing helpline.
- Local Discounts: Range of local & lifestyle discounts.
- Gym Membership: Use of a free onsite gym (located at Shute End office).
- Salary Sacrifice Schemes: Car & cycle to work schemes.
In addition to a competitive salary, we offer a range of benefits to support your well-being and career development. As a SEND Tribunal Officer, you will be part of a dedicated team working to deliver high-quality services to our communities.
Salary and Benefits:The salary for this role is £50,788 - £56,075 per annum, plus benefits. This is a permanent position with a full-time working pattern of 37 hours per week.
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