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Contract: Permanent

Hours of work: 35 hours per week

The SEN team is responsible for carrying out Education Health & Care (EHC) needs assessments, issuing and maintaining EHC plans and coordinating the educational placement of children and young people with SEND. This newly restructured team is dedicated to moving forward with continuous improvement and working towards robust and positive outcomes for our children and young people.

We are seeking a highly motivated, reflective individual for this Tribunal and Mediation post. The successful applicant will act as lead Officer for aspects of Tribunals and Mediations. This post requires key leadership in case management of SEN appeals to ensure that the Council discharges its responsibilities effectively in relation to statutory appeals to the Special Educational Needs
and Disability Tribunal (SENDIST).

The individual will need a sound working knowledge of SEN. A commitment to co-productive working with parents, carers, children, and professionals is essential for this role.

If you would like further information about the role, please contact: Emma Kinrade (emma.kinrade@towerhamlets.gov.uk)

Benefits

Tower Hamlets is a truly unique borough at the heart of London – a place where history and innovation sit side by side. From the docks and markets that shaped the East End to the global business hub of Canary Wharf, we are proud to be one of the most dynamic, diverse, and ambitious communities in the UK. We are also one of the fastest growing and youngest boroughs in the country, offering unrivalled opportunities to make a real difference to people’s lives. Our residents are energetic, creative, and resilient, and our council is committed to delivering the best possible services and opportunities for them.

Our award-winning new Town Hall in Whitechapel provides a modern, flexible workplace for our staff, right at the heart of the borough and directly opposite Whitechapel Tube and Elizabeth line station. It is more than just a workplace – it’s a hub for collaboration, innovation and community, designed to bring out the best in our people.

As an employer, we put equality, diversity, and inclusion at the heart of everything we do. Our active Employee Network Groups celebrate and champion our workforce, helping to ensure that everyone feels a sense of belonging. Guided by our TOWER values – Together, Open, Willing, Excellent and Respect – we are building a positive, inclusive culture where colleagues can thrive.

At Tower Hamlets Council, you’ll find exciting challenges, supportive colleagues, and the chance to shape one of London’s most important and vibrant places. If you’re looking for a role where you can see the impact of your work every day, then Tower Hamlets is the place for you.