Position: Locum Education/SEN Lawyer

Organisation: Local Authority based in the East Midlands 

Duration: 3 months + with the possibility of extension thereafter

Working Pattern: Full Time, may be able to consider part time hours dependant on experience

Working Arrangement: Hybrid working - 2-3 days per week office attendance

Hourly Rate: Up to £60 per hour Umbrella

 

• Advising senior officers and councillors on complex SEN/ Education Law matters 

• 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

• Receiving expert advice and carrying out discussions with witnesses and parents/ guardians

 

 

Please apply for this role online or contact Connie Ross or Sam Cox via phone or email for further information:

 

midlandslegal@venngroup.com

07441916435

 

Job Reference:  J91329

 

Venn Group is an equal opportunities employment business and employment agency and welcomes applications from all candidates. All salaries and PQE ranges stated serve only as a guide and all applicants will be considered on their individual merits.