Job Description
Interim Education/SEN Lawyer
3 months initially
Fully Remote Working
£40-50+ per hour umbrella (dependent on experience)
We at Panoramic Associates are working with one of our clients, based in London who are currently looking for an Interim Education/SEN Lawyer to pick up a full caseload including SEN matters for an initial 3-month contract! The role can be fully remote, however, occasional office attendance to work alongside the team would be desirable. This position is being offered full-time (37 hours/week) and would suit someone who has previous experience advising on education and SEN matters within a local government setting.
The successful applicant would be joining an established, highly skilled and supportive team & the role itself will involve advising and representing the local authority on appeals and advising school on SEN related matters. You will work closely with SEN officers and educational psychologists & collaborate with parents to come to resolutions.
Essential criteria:
- A qualified Solicitor, Legal Executive, Barrister or non-qualified Lawyer with previous experience dealing with education matters
- Knowledge of and ability to apply and interpret SEN and education-related law.
- Knowledge of SEN court and tribunal procedures.
- Knowledge of local government law, especially in relation to Education law
- Experience of conducting case files and drafting pleadings and witness statements.
- Ability to conduct legal research, interpret legislation and summarise the key points of case law.
To discuss the role and day-to-day duties in more detail, please send your CV or alternatively, please contact Maya Hingorani on or Lauren Watts on .
