• Advocacy absolutely required - not negotiable.
• At 3-6 month placement
• 37 hours per week
• Negotiable around office attendance, but candidate will have to be a little flexible if needed.

• To undertake the provision of legal advice, guidance and support on behalf of Warrington Borough Council (and its schools) in relation to and Education matters with some Adult Social Care work, some of which may be complex.
• To conduct advocacy at all levels with respect to the above matters before the Special Educational Needs and Disability Tribunal, Appeal Panels and any other appropriate tribunal.
• To proactively advise and respond to all requests for legal advice. Advising on the proposed impact of any legislation as and when appropriate to the Client Departments taking into account novel applications of known techniques.
• To undertake all preparations in relation to Advocacy including preparation of bundles, skeleton arguments and statements ensuring full compliance with legislation and guidance, attendance at advocates meetings and to liaise with Counsel as and when required.
• To attend relevant meetings including where applicable Safeguarding Board meetings, Joint Partnership Groups, and Legal Gateway meetings.

If you have any questions about this role or wish to apply, please contact isobel@deekay.co.uk who will respond at the earliest convenience.