Social Care Lawyer needed in Taunton Paying  £36.45 per hr ref OR19024

Full time hours on a temporary basis

• Deliver expert legal advice, representation, and case management on SEND-related issues.
• Ensure compliance with the Children and Families Act 2014 and related legislation, promoting lawful and fair decision-making.
• Lead weekly case management meetings with Senior Assessment Officers, advising on tribunal and mediation casework.
• Triaging tribunal and mediation cases to ensure timely and effective handling.
• Manage and represent in the most complex tribunal cases, including preparation and attendance at hearings.
• Provide legal support and guidance across the wider SEND team.
• Deliver training sessions on SEND legal processes and compliance.
• Quality assure case bundles to maintain accuracy and completeness.

If you are interested in the role, please email your CV to [email protected] quoting the reference number. 

Essential Employment is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy. Essential Employment is an Equal Opportunities Employer.

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