Senior Assessment Review Officer – Somerset

Senior Assessment Review Officer – Somerset Council

• Pay rate: £49.91 per hour
• Location: Fully Remote
• Contract type: Temporary, full-time
• Council: Somerset Council

Pertemps is currently recruiting for an experienced Senior Assessment Review Officer to join Somerset Council. This is a fully remote role offering a competitive hourly rate and the opportunity to work within a highly skilled SEND team.
Responsibilities:

• Tribunal Case Management: Coordinate responses to SEND Tribunal appeals, prepare legal documentation, gather evidence, and represent the local authority at hearings.
• Mediation Coordination: Arrange and support mediation meetings between families and the local authority to resolve disputes prior to formal proceedings.
• Legal Compliance: Ensure all actions adhere to the SEND Code of Practice, tribunal procedures, and statutory timelines.
• Stakeholder Liaison: Work collaboratively with parents, carers, schools, and partner agencies, managing cases with professionalism and sensitivity.
• Advice and Guidance: Provide expert advice to colleagues on tribunal and mediation processes to ensure consistent and lawful decision-making.
• Record Keeping and Reporting: Maintain accurate and detailed case records, outcomes, and learning points, contributing to service improvement and best practice.

Requirements:

• In-depth understanding of SEND legislation and tribunal procedures
• Experience in case management within a SEND or education setting
• Strong negotiation and advocacy skills
• Excellent communication and organisational skills
• Ability to work effectively under pressure while managing a complex caseload

If you have extensive experience managing SEND tribunals and mediation cases and are looking for a flexible remote role, we would love to hear from you.

Why work through Pertemps?
By applying through Pertemps, you’ll benefit from:

• A dedicated consultant with access to roles nationwide and available whenever you need support
• A simple online registration process
• Attractive referral schemes and incentives
• Ongoing compliance fully managed for you
• Prompt and reliable payroll
• …and much more!

📞 To discuss this role in more detail, please contact Freya Joseph on 07471 306880 or email Freya.joseph@pprsocialcare.co.uk.