School Appeals Panel Member

1 day ago

Trafford M, United Kingdom TRAFFORD COUNCIL Full time

Location Trafford Town Hall, Talbot Road Manchester, M32 0TH.

Salary range Volunteer (expenses paid)

Working Pattern Various

Working hours Various

Contract type Casual Staff

Temporary End Date 31/01/28

Application deadline 18th of January 2026

Interview type In person /Teams

About the Role

You will join the School Appeals Panel pool, a legally constituted body of volunteers and consider appeals from parents who are not satisfied with the Admission Authority's decision to refuse their child a place at a specific school. You will also take part in reviews against exclusions.

About you

You will need to have had previous employment in or be able to demonstrate a significant knowledge and interest in the Education sector; be able to build and maintain good relationships with other Panel members and school staff; reach fair and balanced decisions in line with the School Admissions and the School Appeals Code and respect confidentiality.

You will also require basic IT skills and access to own laptop.

About us

Trafford Council and its partners in the public, private and third sectors have a Vision which sees us working together to close inequality gaps and maximise Trafford's huge potential.

Our vision: Trafford where all our residents, businesses and communities thrive.

Trafford is a lively, prosperous place to put down roots and build a career. The council and Trafford schools employ around 8,000 people, who are central to making the area great. In return for their commitment, the council offers its employees development opportunities, as well as a fair and flexible workplace. The council is a Living Wage Employer.

Additional Information

Flexibility will be required particularly during the period May to July each year.

Contact Details

About the benefits

You will be welcomed into a friendly environment where your personal and professional development will be encouraged. You will have the opportunity to work and grow in a people-centered and values-based organisation that promotes a positive permission culture. Your opinions matter so you will have the opportunity to shape how we do things here at Trafford.

To learn more about Trafford as a place to work visit and to view more about our awards and benefits please visit: Trafford - Benefits | )

If you are applying under the Guaranteed Assessment Scheme then you need to show that you meet the essential requirements of the job as set out in the 'About You' section of the role profile. You may be given the opportunity to demonstrate your skills, talent and abilities at an interview or other form of assessment.

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