SEN/Education Lawyer

Venn Group - Birmingham; United Kingdom; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A local authority organization is seeking a Locum Education/SEN Lawyer for a hybrid working role in the Midlands. The position offers up to £60 per hour and requires experience in advising on complex SEN and education law matters, handling appeals to the SEND Tribunal, and working collaboratively with stakeholders. The contract is initially for 3 months with potential for extension.

Qualifications

• Experience advising on SEN/Education Law.
• Ability to draft legal documents and conduct advocacy.
• Strong collaborative skills with internal and external stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Advise on complex SEN/Education Law matters.
• Handle appeals to the SEND Tribunal.
• Organize and attend meetings related to cases.

Skills

Advising on complex SEN/Education Law matters

Drafting responses to appeals

Conducting advocacy

Reviewing case papers

Working collaboratively with stakeholders

Job description

Locum Education/SEN Lawyer – Hybrid Working - up to £60 per hour Umbrella – 3 months + - Full Time – Midlands

Position: Locum Education/SEN Lawyer
Organisation: Local Authority based in the East Midlands
Duration: 3 months + with the possibility of extension thereafter
Working Pattern: Full Time, may be able to consider part time hours dependant on experience
Working Arrangement: Hybrid working - 2-3 days per week office attendance
Hourly Rate: Up to £60 per hour Umbrella

Duties may include:

• Advising senior officers and councillors on complex SEN/ Education Law matters
• Dealing with all aspects of appeals to the SEND Tribunal, which includes drafting responses to appeals, instructing expert witnesses and conducting advocacy
• Assisting with any other Education or SEND matters
• Reviewing case papers and establishing the merits of cases and reviewing and complying with SENDIST Orders
• Working collaboratively with internal and external stakeholders to progress appeals and with the legal department where they have been instructed
• Organising and attending Case Management and Pre-Tribunal meetings
• Receiving expert advice and carrying out discussions with witnesses and parents/ guardians

Venn Group is an equal opportunities employment business and employment agency and welcomes applications from all candidates. All salaries and PQE ranges stated serve only as a guide and all applicants will be considered on their individual merits.