Company: Lancashire County Council
Location: Lancashire
Posted: April 18th, 2026
Salary: £46,142-£51,356 per annum. Permanent, full time, 37 hours per week. Inclusion Service. Lancashire, Hybrid/Countywide.
Pay Award pending.
This role is not open to international sponsorship.
As Tribunal Officer, you will manage and oversee SEND Tribunal cases from early resolution through to formal hearings. You will review complex case documentation, coordinate and prepare evidence, attend tribunal hearings and mediation sessions, and represent Lancashire County Council professionally and effectively. You will work closely with families, schools, SEND colleagues, legal services and multi‑agency partners to promote early dispute resolution and constructive problem‑solving wherever possible. You will provide expert advice on SEND legislation, tribunal procedures and statutory compliance, supporting colleagues to deliver consistent and well‑reasoned responses. In addition to case management, you will maintain accurate records, analyse tribunal trends and outcomes, and produce reports that inform service planning and improvement. You will also support the development of mediation skills across the SEND service, embedding reflective and child‑centred practice.
• Extensive experience working with children, young people and families, ideally within SEND. • Strong understanding of the SEND Code of Practice, the Children and Families Act 2014 and tribunal processes. • Confidence managing complex and high‑risk cases, analysing detailed evidence and presenting information clearly and persuasively. • Excellent communication skills; able to engage a wide range of stakeholders including families, schools, legal professionals and internal teams. • Skilled in mediation and conflict resolution. • Organised, resilient, adaptable, with a balance of technical expertise and empathy. • Committed to inclusive practice, fairness and continuous improvement. • Holds a professional or degree‑level qualification or equivalent experience. • Must provide a vehicle insured for business use; post is essential car‑user.
We offer hybrid working, flexible hours and a culture that prioritises wellbeing. You’ll receive 26 days’ annual leave (rising to 32 with service), 10 bank holidays and the option to purchase additional leave. Additional benefits include the Local Government Pension Scheme, Employee Assistance Programme and a range of staff discounts and salary‑sacrifice benefits.
Development: Ongoing CPD, reflective supervision, opportunities to deepen SEND, legal and mediation expertise. The service values learning, peer support and professional development.
Please submit your application demonstrating how you meet the criteria outlined in the job description and person specification. Include a supporting statement and resume. We look forward to welcoming a professional who shares our commitment to fair, lawful and child‑centred SEND practice.
Post is covered by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (as amended in 2013). Successful applicants will need to apply to the Disclosure and Barring Service for a 'disclosure'.#J-18808-Ljbffr