Senior Appeals Officer – SEND Service

Senior Appeals Officer – SEND Service
Location: Nottinghamshire
Working Pattern: Fully remote
Hours: 37 hours per week (5 days)
Contract Length: 3 months initially, with potential extension up to 6 months
Rate: £400–£500 per day (dependent on experience)

Role Overview We are seeking an experienced Senior Appeals Officer to support a Local Authority SEND service. The postholder will manage complex appeal work and represent the Local Authority at mediation and SEND Tribunal (SENDIST) hearings.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage SEND appeals and senior-level casework
• Represent the Local Authority at mediation and SEND Tribunal hearings
• Prepare cases thoroughly, including evidence gathering and documentation
• Provide expert input on complex SEND matters
• Work autonomously while contributing to wider SEND service objectives

Essential Experience

• Significant experience working within a SEND team
• Proven experience of mediation and SEND Tribunal (SENDIST) hearings
• Strong knowledge of SEND legislation and appeals processes
• Experience handling complex and high-level SEND casework

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.