Remote SEN Education Lawyer – Local Authority Expert

Service Care Solutions; Remote; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A respected Local Authority in the UK is seeking an experienced Assistant Education Lawyer for a remote role. You will handle SEN cases from start to finish, prepare necessary documentation, and represent the Council at hearings. Candidates must be qualified solicitors with strong knowledge of education law and SEN legislation. The position offers flexible hours, hybrid working, and rates of £40–£45 per hour umbrella. This is a 3-month contract with weekly payments and the potential for referral bonuses.

Benefits

Hybrid/remote working

Weekly pay

Flexible hours

Qualifications

• Qualified Solicitor or Legal Executive (CILEX) required for litigation and representation.
• Strong knowledge of education law and SEN legislation needed.
• Experience in a Local Authority SEN legal team preferred.

Responsibilities

• Handle an SEN caseload from start to completion.
• Prepare cases and represent the Council at SENDIST hearings.
• Maintain systems supporting statutory SEN appeal processes.
• Represent the Authority at mediation according to statutory processes.

Skills

Strong expertise in education law and SEN legislation

Qualified Solicitor or Legal Executive

Experience within a Local Authority SEN legal team

Job description

A respected Local Authority in the UK is seeking an experienced Assistant Education Lawyer for a remote role. You will handle SEN cases from start to finish, prepare necessary documentation, and represent the Council at hearings. Candidates must be qualified solicitors with strong knowledge of education law and SEN legislation. The position offers flexible hours, hybrid working, and rates of £40–£45 per hour umbrella. This is a 3-month contract with weekly payments and the potential for referral bonuses.