Summary: The Senior Mediations Officer role involves managing complex SEND casework for a local authority in the East of England. The position requires an experienced professional to support families and professionals in achieving positive outcomes in mediation cases. This is a fully remote position with an initial contract duration of 3-6 months. The role demands strong knowledge of SEND legislation and excellent communication skills.
Key Responsibilities:
- Manage a caseload of complex and sensitive mediation cases, ensuring timely progression and positive outcomes
- Lead the delivery of mediation and dispute resolution services for children and young people with SEND
- Ensure accurate and detailed records are kept keeping inline with current legislation process
Key Skills:
- Proven experience managing complex SEND casework
- Strong knowledge of SEND legislation, including The Children and Families Act 2014, SEND Code of Practice 2015 and SEND Regulations 2014
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills to work closely with families and multi agency partners
Salary (Rate): £300 per day
City: undetermined
Country: undetermined
Working Arrangements: remote
IR35 Status: undetermined
Seniority Level: undetermined
Industry: Other
Detailed Description From Employer:
Senior Mediations Officer role - East of England Local Authority
£300 per day
3-6 month initial contract
Fully Remote
Spencer Clarke Group are seeking an experienced Senior Mediations Officer to support our local authority client in the East of England who can take on an active caseload and contribute to helping families, professionals and the team to reach positive and timely outcomes in complex SEND cases.
Essential Requirements:
- Proven experience managing complex SEND casework
- Strong knowledge of SEND legislation, including The Children and Families Act 2014, SEND Code of Practice 2015 and SEND Regulations 2014
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills to work closely with families and multi agency partners
Duties include:
- Manage a caseload of complex and sensitive mediation cases, ensuring timely progression and positive outcomes
- Lead the delivery of mediation and dispute resolution services for children and young people with SEND
- Ensure accurate and detailed records are kept keeping inline with current legislation process
If you are interested in this role, click the apply button or contact Richard on 01772 954200 or for more information.