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SEND Solicitor

Job Description

Lawyer (SEN) REMOTE!

Service Care Legal are working with a Local Authority, based in the South Yorkshire, which is in need of a Lawyer to join their Corporate Governance and Regulatory Team. This role will predominantly handle SEN Appeals, general education advice and judicial reviews.

ROLE: Education Lawyer (SEN)

LOCATION: South Yorkshire (REMOTE)

RATE: £40-£50ph

CONTRACT: 6 months

The Role:

  • To manage a full caseload from inception to completion related
  • Technical knowledge and experience in special educational needs and be able to manage a varied caseload of SEND Tribunal appeals.
  • Will include advocacy in case management hearings and final hearings in the First Tier SEND Tribunal, with minimum supervision.

The Person

  • A qualified Solicitor, Legal Executive or Barrister confident with remote working.
  • Ideally have previous experience of working within a Local Authority or Public Body
  • Have an excellent working knowledge in key education legislation

Benefits:

  • Hybrid working
  • Weekly pay
  • Flexible hours

If this Lawyer role sounds like an opportunity that is right for you or someone you know, then don't hesitate to get in touch with Beth Kirby via email, beth.kirby@servicecare.org.uk, or via phone at 01772208969 .

We also welcome referrals for this position, where a successful recommendation would be worth £250.