Overview

Service Care Solutions is currently working with a Local Authority in Northamptonshire who are seeking an experienced SEN / Education Lawyer to join their friendly and supportive legal team. This is an excellent opportunity for a confident and capable legal professional to take on a rewarding role providing specialist advice and representation in Special Educational Needs (SEN) and Education Law matters.

Role details

• Role: Education Lawyer
• Location: Northamptonshire - Remote (occasional tribunal hearings as required)
• Umbrella Rate: £55 to £60ph
• PAYE Inc. Rate: £48.44 to £52.79ph
• Contract: 3 months initially – ongoing assignment

Responsibilities

• Handling a full caseload of SEN and Education Law.
• Providing clear, pragmatic legal advice to the Council and internal stakeholders.
• Preparing and conducting SEND Tribunal hearings and case management.
• Working collaboratively with education and social care colleagues to achieve positive outcomes.

Qualifications / Requirements

• Qualified Solicitor, Barrister, or Chartered Legal Executive.
• Demonstrable experience in SEN and Education Law within local government or a similar setting.
• Confident advocacy skills and experience representing clients in Tribunal hearings.

Benefits

• Hybrid working.
• Weekly pay – rate offered will depend on experience and interview performance.
• Flexible hours.

Additional information

If this Education Lawyer vacancy 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).

We also welcome referrals for this position, where a successful recommendation would be worth £250.

Job Information

• Job Title: Education Lawyer
• Company: Service Care Legal
• Location: Northampton, Northamptonshire
• Posted: Oct 8th 2025
• Closes: —
• Sector: Legal
• Contract: Contract
• Hours: Full Time