Locum SEND Solicitor

Venn Group - Bristol; United Kingdom; Remote; GBP 125,000 - 150,000; Part time

Job summary

A renowned legal recruitment agency is seeking a Locum SEND Lawyer for a Local Authority in the South West. This 6-month role, with potential extension, allows for fully remote work as a part-time position (30 hours/week). Ideal candidates must be qualified solicitors or barristers with experience in SEND law, capable of handling their own caseload and advocating in court. Attractive remuneration of up to £60 per hour is offered.

Qualifications

• Established background in SEND & Education law within a Local Authority.
• Confidence to handle various legal matters independently.

Responsibilities

• Hold own caseload of SEND matters.
• Deal with SENDIST appeals to conclusion.
• Undertake advocacy and represent the Council in court.
• Handle client enquiries relating to EHCP and SEND matters.
• Review policies to improve SEND provision.

Skills

SEND experience

Advocacy skills

Legal knowledge

Client communication

Education

Qualified Solicitor, Barrister or Legal Executive

Job description

Locum SEND Lawyer – South West – Local Authority - Remote Working – 6 Months + - £60ph OUTSIDE IR35

Venn Group’s specialist Legal team is recruiting for a Locum SEND Lawyer to join a reputable Local Authority in the South West. This is a locum role for an initial term of 6 months and is subject to extension thereafter. Our client is ideally recruiting on a part-time basis, with the ideal candidate working 30 hours per week. For this position you will need to be a qualified Solicitor, Barrister or Legal Executive with previous SEND experience.

Duties and responsibilities for this post may include:

• Holding own caseload of SEND matters
• Dealing with SENDIST appeals to conclusion
• Undertaking advocacy and representing the Council in court
• Dealing with challenges in relation to provision, placement and the LA's refusal to carry out an assessment of a child's special educational needs.
• Advising on amendments to a provision in the statement,
• Advising on suitable placements in respect of a child's special educational needs.
• Dealing with claims for Judicial Review
• Dealing with Local Government and Social Care Ombudsman complaints
• Dealing with client enquiries relating to EHCP and SEND matters
• Assisting in the review of policies

The ideal candidate will have a strong background in SEND & Education law gained within a Local Authority and will be confident to jump straight in and assist the team in what has proven to be a busy period. An hourly rate of up to £60 (OUTSIDE IR35) is offered for this position, alongside fully remote working.

For more information, please contact Josh Cowan or Michael Attwood on 0117 930 8760. Alternatively, send your CV and details of your current availability to [e-mail] and we will call you back.

Venn Group is an equal opportunities employment business and employment agency and welcomes applications from all candidates.