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From: Phil Renison <[email protected]>
Sent: 13 January 2026 16:17
To: Leadership Team <[email protected]>
Subject: FW: Medway Council Vacancy Circular - SEND Locum

From: opportunities <[email protected]>
Sent: Tuesday, January 13, 2026 4:15:08 PM (UTC+00:00) Dublin, Edinburgh, Lisbon, London
To: opportunities <[email protected]>
Subject: Medway Council Vacancy Circular - SEND Locum

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Good afternoon

Please see below locum SEND vacancy. Please send CVs and supporting short statements for your candidates to [email protected] by Friday 16^th January. CVs will not be sent for review before this time.

LOCUM

Vacancy

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Closing Date

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Extra Information

*NEW*

Interim SEND Complaints & Tribunals Officer

We are seeking an experienced SEND Complaints & Tribunals Officer to join our Education and SEND team on an interim basis. This is a critical role supporting Medway Council in managing complex SEND casework, complaints, and tribunal processes. You will represent the Local Authority at Special Educational Needs and Disability Tribunals, lead on dispute resolution, and ensure compliance with statutory frameworks.

Location: Medway Council, Gun Wharf (role advertised as remote, but priority will be given to candidates who can attend the Gun Wharf office as and when required)

Contract: Interim – Minimum 6 months

Salary: Competitive (dependent on experience)

Key Responsibilities

Represent the Local Authority at SEND Tribunals and defend proposed service provision.
Lead on complex casework, mediation, and resolution of disputes between families, schools, and professionals.
Prepare evidence and responses for complaints, enquiries, and Ombudsman investigations.
Monitor and track tribunal cases, complaints, and outcomes to inform service improvements.
Work collaboratively with parents, schools, legal representatives, and multi-agency partners.

About You

Strong knowledge of current SEND legislation and statutory processes.
Significant experience in SEND case management, including appeals and tribunals.
Skilled in negotiation, conflict resolution, and managing sensitive situations.
Excellent organisational and communication skills, with the ability to work independently and under pressure.
Ability to travel within Medway as required.

Why Join Us?

This is an opportunity to make a real impact on the lives of children and young people with SEND. You will work in a dynamic, supportive environment, contributing to service improvements and positive outcomes for families.

Contract Details

How to Apply

Please submit your CV and a short statement outlining your relevant experience and availability.

16/01/2026

£407 per day

(maximum 10% margin)

For further information please see the attached job profile

Kind Regards

Emma

Emma Malthouse

Recruitment Officer | Temporary Recruitment | Adults & Children’s Services (TRACS) Team | HR Services, Medway Council

Gun Wharf, Dock Road, Chatham, ME4 4TR | Tel: 01634 336313 | Email: [email protected]

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