We are currently working on behalf of the Birmingham City Council's Special Educational Needs Assessment and Review Service (SENAR) who are looking to recruit an interim Tribunal Officer.The person concerned will need to have the following experience/qualifications:
1. A high standard of general education with a degree, or equivalent, in an appropriate specialism and a legal background/qualification would be desirable.
2. The ability to relate the SEND Code of Practice directly to the situations presented by families and other stakeholders, drawing on experience to reach an outcome whilst defending the position of the local authority diplomatically and empathetically.
3. The ability to communicate effectively across a range of contexts, including the ability to create and deliver concise, engaging and accurate information to a range of audiences, adapting style and content to the needs of the audience and checking understanding
4. The ability to drive service improvement and actively tackles poor performance.
5. The ability to build and motivate teams, creating a positive environment which encourages open discussion and innovation, supports performance, builds capability and empowers staff.
6. The ability to successfully build and maintain effective relationships with senior colleagues, external agencies, children and their families and carers - demonstrating effective interpersonal skills in dealing with people at all levels and from a w...