We Do Social Work

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We Do Social Work Northampton, Northamptonshire
May 20, 2026
Contractor
We are seeking an experienced and motivated SEN/Education Lawyer to join our team on a full-time basis for an initial 3-month contract. Role Details Position: SEN/Education Lawyer Contract Length: Initial 3 months Hours: 37 hours per week across 5 days Working Pattern: Full time Location: Insert Location / Hybrid / Remote details Start Date: Insert Start Date Key Responsibilities Managing a caseload of Special Educational Needs (SEN) and education law matters Providing legal advice and representation on SEN Tribunal cases Advising on education legislation, policies, and statutory duties Drafting legal documents, correspondence, and reports Supporting clients and stakeholders with clear and practical legal guidance Attending hearings, meetings, and negotiations where required Requirements Qualified Solicitor, Barrister, or Legal Executive with relevant practising experience Strong knowledge of SEN and education law Experience handling SEND Tribunal matters Excellent communication and case management skills Ability to work independently and manage deadlines effectively Desirable Previous local authority or public sector experience Advocacy experience in SEND proceedings What We Offer Competitive hourly/day rate Supportive working environment Opportunity to work on meaningful and impactful cases Potential for contract extension To apply, please submit your CV, ensuring that you meet the requirements.
We Do Social Work
May 08, 2026
Contractor
SEND Interim Tribunal Officer (6-Month Contract) We are currently seeking an experienced SEND Interim Tribunal Officer to join our team on an initial 6-month contract. This is a fully remote opportunity (following initial setup), offering a dynamic role managing a varied caseload and representing the Local Authority in tribunal proceedings. Key Responsibilities Manage a personal caseload of approximately 40 SEND appeals Handle a mix of appeal types, including Refusal to Issue (RTI), Refusal to Assess (RTA), and Sections B, F, and I Attend and represent the Local Authority at SEND Tribunal hearings Conduct mediation sessions twice weekly on behalf of the Local Authority Requirements Significant and recent experience working within SEND tribunals Strong knowledge of SEND legislation and appeal processes Proven ability to manage a high-volume caseload independently Confident in representing at hearings and participating in mediations Contract Details Full-time: 5 days per week Initial 6-month contract Fully remote working available Requirement to travel to collect equipment and complete setup