Mediation Co-Ordinator - SEND

SEND Mediation Co-Ordinator
Cheshire West and Chester
37 hours per week – Full Time
£180–£190 per day
Hybrid working

Pertemps are currently recruiting for an experienced SEND Mediation Co-Ordinator to join Cheshire West and Chester on a full-time basis.

This position will involve managing all mediations for the Local Authority, ensuring statutory responsibilities are met in relation to SEND appeals and mediation processes.

You will:

• Provide case management of mediation and SEN appeal related cases
• Ensure the Council discharges its duties effectively in relation to statutory appeals to the Special Educational Needs and Disability Tribunal (SENDIST)
• Work directly with parents, schools, mediation services and partner agencies within the statutory and legal SEND framework
• Build and maintain effective relationships with education providers and other services to secure positive outcomes for children and young people
• Support the Local Authority in limiting exposure to risk of tribunal appeals

Essential Experience

• Relevant experience working with children and families
• Experience supporting children with disabilities and/or learning disabilities
• Experience working with Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCPs)
• Experience working with families open to Local Authority services
• Strong understanding of SEND statutory processes and tribunal procedures

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.