Locum SEN Lawyer

Locum SEN Lawyer – West Midlands  – 3 months + – Remote Working – Up to £70 per hour (Umbrella)

Venn Group’s specialist legal team are currently recruiting for a SEN Lawyer to join a reputable local authority in the West Midlands.
This is a Locum position, on an initial term of 3 months with an ongoing contract. The role will ideally be full-time, but part-time candidates can also be considered. The authority would ideally be looking for someone who can occasionally attend the office in person, but is also able to accommodate fully remote arrangements.

Ideal Candidate Requirements:

• Must be a qualified solicitor, barrister or legal executive with the appropriate additional qualifications/experience enabling them to work without close supervision
• Experienced in SEN and Education in a Local Authority setting

Duties and responsibilities for this post may include:

• Holding own caseload of SEND matters
• Dealing with SENDIST appeals to conclusion
• Dealing with challenges in relation to provision, placement, and the LA’s refusal to carry out an assessment of a child’s special educational needs
• Advising on amendments to a provision in the statement
• Advising on suitable placements in respect of a child’s special educational needs
• Dealing with claims for Judicial Review
• Dealing with Local Government and Social Care Ombudsman complaints
• Dealing with client enquiries relating to EHCP and SEND matters
• Assisting in the review of policies

Job Reference: J98647

For any questions regarding this vacancy, please contact Timothea Nash or Connie Ross on 07441 916435. Alternatively, to register your interest please email an updated CV and your current availability to midlandslegal@venngroup.com.

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.

Locum SEN Lawyer – West Midlands  – 3 months + – Remote Working – Up to £70 per hour (Umbrella)