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 You will manage a varied and interesting SEN/Education caseload on behalf of the Local Authority, including but not limited to: 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. scoxvenngroup.com tnash@venngroup.com 07441 916435