Locum Senior SEN Lawyer with Management | 3–6 Months+ | Remote Working | Home Counties
 
An excellent opportunity has arisen for a Locum Senior SEN Lawyer with Management Responsibilities to join a well-regarded Local Authority in the Home Counties. This is a flexible remote working role (once IT equipment has been collected). The position offers a highly competitive hourly rate and strong potential for extension.
 
The Position:

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

 
Key Responsibilities
 
You will manage a varied and interesting SEN/Education caseload on behalf of the Local Authority, including:
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
• Receiving expert advice and carrying out discussions with witnesses and parents/ guardians
• Supervising a small number of employees within the team (Paralegals & Legal Assistants)

 
This is a great opportunity for someone who holds Local Authority experience dealing with SEN matters who would like to take their first step into management.
 
About You

• Qualified Solicitor, Barrister, or fully qualified Legal Executive
• Demonstrable experience in SEN, ideally within a Local Authority setting

 
How to Apply
If you’re interested in this Locum Senir SEN Lawyer with Management position or would like to hear about more locum opportunities we are working on, please apply online or contact Connie Ross or Timothea Nash directly for a confidential discussion.
 
cross@venngroup.com
tnash@venngroup.com
07441 916435