SEN Education Specialist

2 days ago


Oxford, Oxfordshire, United Kingdom LAW Absolute Full time
Job Description

We are seeking a highly skilled SEN Education Specialist to join our team at LAW Absolute. As a permanent member of our department, you will be responsible for providing expert legal advice on SEN Education law, adhering to the Legal Services Core Competencies Framework.

This is an excellent opportunity for you to work in a challenging and interesting environment, achieving a genuine work/life balance. The role offers a competitive salary of £43,421 – £54,702 (DOE) and an excellent benefits package. This is a full-time position with a flexible working environment.

About the Position:

  • Provide legal advice in relation to SEN Education law, ensuring compliance with relevant legislation and regulations.
  • Manage and provide advice on your own caseload of varied complex matters with minimal supervision.
  • Act as a senior and specialist legal advisor, supporting a significant portfolio of work that directly delivers on the Council's key priorities and areas of risk.
  • Undertake complex proceedings on behalf of the council with minimal supervision, including complex advocacy work.
  • Deputise for senior lawyers and support junior legal colleagues in their work if required.
  • Work closely with Elected Members and Directorate and Corporate teams as required to provide strategic support.

About You:

To be successful in this role, you will be an admitted Solicitor, Barrister or CILEX of England and Wales with a current practising certificate. You will have good knowledge of both mainstream and SEN education law and practices. You will be ambitious, a team player, driven by delivering a high-quality service, and have a positive attitude towards building relationships with social workers and your wider team.

The ability to work under pressure is imperative, be self-motivated, and able to work to deadlines. You will also need to be comfortable undertaking some advocacy. Previous SEN education local authority experience is desirable.

Key Requirements:

  • Admitted Solicitor, Barrister or CILEX of England and Wales with a current practising certificate.
  • Good knowledge of both mainstream and SEN education law and practices.
  • Ambitious, team player, driven by delivering a high-quality service.
  • Positive attitude towards building relationships with social workers and your wider team.
  • Ability to work under pressure, be self-motivated, and work to deadlines.

What We Offer:

LAW Absolute offers a competitive salary, excellent benefits package, and a flexible working environment. We are committed to delivering a great service to our clients and those employed by the council.



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