Special Educational Needs (SEND) Locum Solicitor

CRA Consulting; South Yorkshire; Remote; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

CRA Consulting is seeking a Special Educational Needs (SEND) Locum Solicitor for Sheffield City Council on a 3-month contract. This remote role involves providing legal advice on SEND law matters, including tribunal advocacy. The ideal candidate will have proven SEND law experience and strong communication skills.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in SEND law with strong tribunal advocacy skills.
• Confident, solution-focused approach to managing a busy caseload.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality legal advice on SEND law matters.
• Handle SEND Tribunal appeals and advocacy.
• Advise on policy and statutory duties related to SEND.

Skills

SEND law

Tribunal advocacy

Client engagement

Legal advice

Job description

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• Special Educational Needs (SEND) Locum Solicitor

Special Educational Needs (SEND) Locum Solicitor

Sheffield, Yorkshire and the Humber, United Kingdom

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Full Job Description

Special Educational Needs (SEND) Locum Solicitor

£55–£60 per hour | Remote Working | Sheffield City Council | 3-Month Initial Contract

Are you an experienced and adaptable Education or SEND Solicitor looking for your next locum assignment?

CRA Consulting is proud to be partnering with Sheffield City Council to recruit a highly capable Special Educational Needs (SEND) Locum Solicitor to join their legal team on an initial 3-month contract, with strong potential for extension. This is an excellent opportunity to work remotely while supporting a forward-thinking and supportive local authority.

The Role:

You’ll provide high-quality legal advice and representation on a broad range of special educational needs law matters, including:

• SEND Tribunal appeals and advocacy in case management and final hearings
• Advice on policy, procedure, and statutory duties in relation to SEND
• Supporting decision-making processes with sound, risk-aware legal input

What We’re Looking For:

We’re seeking a skilled and proactive SEND Lawyer who can hit the ground running. You will need:

• Proven experience in SEND law, with strong tribunal advocacy skills
• A confident, solution-focused approach to managing a busy caseload
• The ability to work independently with minimal supervision, while remaining a collaborative team player
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills for effective client engagement
• Start: ASAP
• Duration: Minimum 3 months (with review)
• Location: Remote working available

For more information, please contact Rob Addy at CRA Consulting on 0114 241 8030.

Alternatively, click Apply Now to submit your CV, and we’ll be in touch.