Social Care Lawyer

Essential Employment; Ashton-under-Lyne; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable recruitment agency is seeking a Social Care Lawyer in Taunton to provide expert legal advice and manage complex tribunal cases related to SEND issues. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in legal representation and compliance with the Children and Families Act. The role involves leading case management meetings, supporting the SEND team, and delivering relevant training. This position offers a competitive hourly rate of £36.45 and is a full-time, temporary role.

Qualifications

• Expertise in delivering legal advice on SEND-related issues is essential.
• Experience with tribunal and mediation casework is crucial.
• Ability to lead case management meetings and provide legal support.

Responsibilities

• Deliver expert legal advice, representation, and case management on SEND-related issues.
• Ensure compliance with relevant legislation.
• Lead weekly case management meetings with Senior Assessment Officers.
• Triaging tribunal and mediation cases to ensure timely handling.
• Manage and represent in complex tribunal cases.
• Provide legal support across the SEND team.
• Deliver training sessions on SEND legal processes.
• Quality assure case bundles for accuracy and completeness.

Skills

Legal advice and representation

Case management

Knowledge of SEND-related issues

Understanding of the Children and Families Act 2014

Training delivery

Job description

Social Care Lawyer needed in Taunton Paying £36.45 per hr ref OR19024

Full time hours on a temporarybasis

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver expert legal advice, representation, and case management on SEND-related issues.
• Ensure compliance with the Children and Families Act 2014 and related legislation, promoting lawful and fair decision-making.
• Lead weekly case management meetings with Senior Assessment Officers, advising on tribunal and mediation casework.
• Triaging tribunal and mediation cases to ensure timely and effective handling.
• Manage and represent in the most complex tribunal cases, including preparation and attendance at hearings.
• Provide legal support and guidance across the wider SEND team.
• Deliver training sessions on SEND legal processes and compliance.
• Quality assure case bundles to maintain accuracy and completeness.

If you are interested in the role, please email your CV [e-mail] the reference number.

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