Locum SEN/Education Lawyer

Locum SEN / Education Lawyer

3-6 Months+ Remote Working Midlands

An excellent opportunity has arisen for a Locum SEN/Education Lawyer to join a well-regarded Local Authority in the Midlands. This is a flexible, remote working role. The position offers a highly competitive hourly rate and strong potential for extension.

The Authority are ideally looking for a start date between mid-March and April, and so are happy to consider candidates with a longer notice period. If you're currently in a permanent role and exploring a locum opportunity, this could be an excellent fit for you.

The Position:

• Contract Length: 3 months + with strong potential for extension
• Working Pattern: Full-time preferred (part-time considered for suitably experienced candidates)
• Location: Midlands
• Working Arrangement: Remote working
• Rate: Up to £65 per hour (Umbrella), dependent on experience

Key Responsibilities

• 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
• Represent clients at court, SEND tribunal, meetings or panels
• Providing expert advice and carrying out discussions with witnesses and parents/ guardians

About You

• Qualified Solicitor, Barrister, or Chartered Legal Executive with practice rights of audience and practice rights to conduct litigation qualifications for Chartered Legal Executive
• Demonstrable experience in Education/SEN, ideally within a Local Authority setting

Why Apply?

• Competitive hourly rate
• Flexible working with no office attendance or court attendance
• Varied and interesting caseload

How to Apply

If you're interested in this Locum SEN / Education Lawyer position or would like to hear about more locum opportunities we are working on, please apply online or contact Sam Cox or Timothea Nash directly for a confidential discussion.