Senior Paralegal - Special Educational Needs
Salary: Up to £35,000Location: Reading
My client has an exciting opportunity for a Senior Paralegal to join their fast paced and friendly Special Educational Needs team based in Reading.
This is a permanent position, offering the successful candidate full support from an experienced, friendly, and forward-thinking team. For the right candidate we are happy to consider part time hours over 4 or 5 days. Candidates will be encouraged to attend the office in Reading on average 2 days a week and equipment will be provided to work from home effectively.
Key Responsibilities:
Manage new enquiries, client finances, budgets, and experts’ fees.
Maintain databases and client records.
Assist with marketing events.
Make client and third-party calls on behalf of senior fee earners.
Liaise with clients, local authorities, schools, and the Tribunal.
Request SAR records from schools and local authorities.
Draft court forms, Grounds of Appeal, and client correspondence.
Prepare bundles, schedules of documents, and working documents for EHCPs.
Research, contact, and arrange expert assessments.
Handle post-registration appeal steps and draft instructions to experts.
Write articles for the company website and assist with research.
Ensure high-quality work to uphold the firm’s reputation.<...