Senior Education Lawyer

Overview

Service Care Solutions is working with a respected Local Authority in Devon to secure an experienced Senior Education Lawyer to serve as the Senior SEN Tribunal Officer. This role is essential to ensuring the council consistently meets its statutory duties in relation to Special Educational Needs (SEN) for children and young people aged 0-25.

Senior Education Lawyer (SEN Tribunal Lead)

Location:

Devon – remote
Umbrella Rate: £50-£55ph
PAYE Inc. Rate: £44.10 - £48.44ph
Contract Length: 3 months ongoing

• Manage all Tribunal appeals relating to SEN statutory decisions, including assessment decisions and the content of Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCPs).
• Prepare cases, coordinate documentation, and represent the Council at SENDIST hearings.
• Maintain and update systems supporting statutory SEN appeal processes.
• Represent the Authority at mediation whilst adhering to statutory processes.

• Qualified Solicitor or Legal Executive (CILEX) – essential due to litigation and representation requirements.
• Strong expertise in education law and SEN legislation.
• Experience with in a Local Authority SEN legal team.

• Hybrid/remote working.
• Weekly pay – the rate offered will depend on experience and interview performance.
• Flexible hours.
• Referral reward – successful recommendation is worth £250.

If this Senior Education Lawyer role sounds like an opportunity of interest for you or someone you know, please feel free to reach out to Hugh Barnes on (phone number removed), or email (url removed).