Job Details
* Job Title: Senior Lawyer (SEN)
* Directorate: Community Care and Litigation
* Location: Northampton, Huntingdon, or Shefford Hybrid – 2 office days/week (Can be flexible)
* Assignment Type: Locum
* Rate: £55 – £60 per hour
* Working Hours: Full-time (37 hours per week)
* Line Management Responsibilities: None
* Reports to: Principal Lawyer (Litigation)
* Practice Area: Special Educational Needs (SEN) and Education Law
🔹 Roles & Responsibilities
* Deliver legal services on complex SEN and general education matters to public and non-profit clients.
* Manage a caseload primarily involving SEN Tribunal cases with minimal supervision.
* Conduct advocacy at SEN Tribunal hearings; instruct counsel where needed.
* Provide legal advice, case preparation, and represent clients in tribunal or court settings.
* Lead client meetings and maintain high service standards through direct engagement.
* Draft legal documents, liaise with witnesses and experts, and conduct research.
* Train and advise clients on legal topics and skills relevant to SEN law.
* Ensure compliance with legal risk management and regulatory standards (e.g., SRA, Lexcel).
* Support relationship-building with clients and stakeholders across partner organisations.
* Mentor and support team colleagues as needed.
* Perform duties in line with evolving business needs and organisational goals