Service Care Legal are working with a South Yorkshire based local authority who are seeking an Education (SEN) Lawyer to join their legal department. The role is required due to an expansion within the team.
ROLE: Education (SEN) Lawyer
LOCATION: South Yorkshire - remote working
RATE: £35 to £40ph
CONTRACT: 3 months ongoing, 35 hours per week
The Role
- To manage a full caseload from inception to completion related to SEN Law matters
- Cases will include SEN, Tribunals, Disability Discrimination, School exclusions, judicial reviews and admission appeals
- To provide other legislative advice to council members when required
- To occasionally attend hearings where necessary (this can be done remotely)
The Person
- A qualified Solicitor, Legal Executive or Barrister with at least 2 years PQE within Education Law and specifically SEN Law experience
- Previous working within a local authority or public body would be highly desirable
- Candidates must have experience of SEN Tribunals and be able to manage a case load of SEN tribunal cases
If this sounds like an opportunity of interest for you or someone you know, please contact Hugh Barnes on 01772 208969, or email Hugh.Barnes@servicecare.org.uk.
We also welcome referrals for this position, where a successful recommendation would be worth £250.
