Tribunal Officer
This full-time, permanent position has a starting salary of £47,142 per annum based on a 36‑hour working week.
Location: Woodhatch Place, Reigate and Victoria Gate, Woking. Hybrid working is supported with two in-person days per week and the remaining days can be worked from home.
We are delighted to recruit two Tribunal Officers to join our dedicated SEND Tribunal teams.
- 26 days holiday (rising to 28 after 2 years, 31 after 5 years) plus bank holidays
- Option to buy up to 10 days of additional annual leave
- Local government salary‑related pension
- Up to 5 days carer’s leave and 2 paid volunteering days per year
- Paternity, adoption and dependents leave
- Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
- Learning and development hub
- Wellbeing and lifestyle discounts (gym, travel, shopping)
About the Role
As a Tribunal Officer, you will play a vital role in ensuring that children and young people with SEND receive the support they need. In a fast‑paced, highly relational and sometimes complex environment, you will collaborate closely with families, schools and a range of professionals to navigate the statutory SEND Tribunal process.
You will represent the Local Authority at SENDIST hearings, meet with families to explore solutions, chair multi‑agency discussions and gather, analyse evidence and prepare responses to appeals within legal timeframes.
Your Application
To be considered for shortlisting, you should evidence the following skills:
- Substantial knowledge of SEND legislation and the statutory/legal framework
- Methodical, analytical and detail‑focused approach to evaluating case evidence
- Strong planning skills and the ability to remain organised when priorities shift
- The ability to build positive, constructive relationships with families and professionals
- Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, tailored to your audience
- Confidence using initiative in pressured or unpredictable situations
- Significant experience managing conflict, navigating sensitive conversations and negotiating effective resolutions
The job advert closes at 23:59 on 31/05/2026, with interviews planned to follow. A basic DBS check will be required for this role.
Surrey County Council is undergoing Local Government Reorganisation, moving from a two‑tier system to two new unitary councils in April 2027. If employed on 1 April 2027, your role will transfer with current terms and conditions to one of the new organisations.
We are a disability confident employer and guarantee an interview to applicants who meet the minimum criteria.
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