Job Title: Interim Senior Executive - Senior EHC Officer Location: Barking & Dagenham Job Type: Interim / Temporary Working Arrangement: Hybrid / Remote Options Available Job Overview: Barking & Dagenham Council is seeking a highly experienced and motivated Senior EHC Officer to join their SEND (Special Educational Needs and Disabilities) Service on an interim basis. This is a critical role within the Education, Health and Care (EHC) team, focusing on SENDIST appeals, mediation, and disagreement resolution in line with statutory requirements. This role would suit an individual with a strong legal/statutory understanding of SEND legislation, confident in managing complex tribunal cases and delivering high-level guidance and training across teams. Key Responsibilities: Represent the Local Authority at mediation meetings and SENDIST (Special Educational Needs and Disability Tribunal) hearings. Act as the primary point of contact for parent carers, legal representatives, and professionals throughout the dispute resolution process. Prepare and manage tribunal responses including grounds of appeal, orders, and directions, ensuring judicial deadlines are met. Liaise effectively with the council's Legal Team, parent carers, schools, and external professionals to promote positive resolutions. Provide coaching and training to internal teams to ensure a consistent and legally compliant approach across all EHC casework. Ensure seni...