Senior Education Lawyer – £60-65 per hour – South East England – Hybrid Working
Job Title: Senior Education Lawyer Council: South East England Local Authority Working Pattern: Full-time – Hybrid (1 day office attendance per fortnight) Rate: £60-65 per hour (umbrella) Duration: 6 months+ (potential for extension)
Venn Group’s public sector legal team is working with a South East England Local Authority, who are seeking an experienced Senior Education Lawyer to join their legal team on a locum basis. This role is ideal for a solicitor with strong expertise in education law, particularly in Special Education Needs (SEN), and a proven ability to conduct advocacy at SEND Tribunals .
Job Overview: The successful candidate will provide high-quality legal support in education law, focusing on Special Educational Needs (SEN), SEN appeals, and SEND Tribunal advocacy. The role will involve managing a caseload of complex education law matters and offering strategic advice to senior council officers and education professionals.
Key Responsibilities: • Conduct advocacy at SEND Tribunals for Special Education Needs (SEN) appeals, representing the council in complex cases• Provide ex...