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Education Solicitor- Hybrid Or Remote Working

Law Staff Limited
Posted 9 hours ago, valid for 22 days
Location

London, Greater London EC1R 0WX

Salary

£40,000 - £36,937 per annum

Contract type

Full Time

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  • The position available is for a Fee Earner specializing in Community Care and/or Education, with locations in London, Brighton, Cornwall, Somerset, Nottingham, Cambridge, Sandwell, Hull, and Leicestershire.
  • The salary for this role starts from £40,000 per year and requires demonstrated experience in community care casework, particularly in transitions from children to adult services.
  • Candidates should possess knowledge of mental capacity issues and have the ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
  • The ideal candidate should be at or near LAA Supervisor status, with desirable experience in the Court of Protection and familiarity with NHS Continuing Healthcare policies.
  • The firm offers competitive salary, professional development opportunities, and a supportive team culture, with flexible working hours.
Position Title: Fee Earner – Community Care and/or EducationLocation: London, Brighton, Cornwall, Somerset, Nottingham, Cambridge, Sandwell, Hull, and LeicestershireSalary: From £40,000 per yearReference: BH-36937Work Type: Full-time, Part-time, PermanentAbout The Firm:My client is a specialist firm of solicitors with offices in London, Brighton, Cornwall, Somerset, Nottingham, Cambridge, Sandwell, Hull, and Leicestershire. The firm is known for providing high-quality legal services across various practice areas, with a strong reputation for its work in community care and education law.Position Overview:My client is seeking a Fee Earner at or near LAA Supervisor status in Community Care and/or Education. The ideal candidate will have knowledge and experience across a broad range of cases in Education, Health, and Social Care.Key Responsibilities:• Manage a diverse caseload in community care, including transitions from children to adult services.• Advise on issues related to mental capacity.• Work independently and collaboratively within a team.• Self-supervise to ensure high-quality service delivery.Requirements:• Demonstrated experience in community care casework, particularly in transitions from children to adult services.• Knowledge of mental capacity issues.• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.• Self-supervision skills.Desirable:• Meets LAA supervisor requirements for the Community Care and/or Education legal aid contract.• Experience in the Court of Protection, including independently managing a caseload.• Familiarity with NHS Continuing Healthcare (CHC) policies and procedures for adults and children.• Understanding of community care and public law issues arising from education cases.• Experience in providing education advice and tribunal representation.• Knowledge of deputyship applications and Lasting Powers of Attorney (LPAs).• Experience supervising team members.• Relevant professional qualification (e.g., solicitor, FILEX) or working towards the same.• Established professional contacts, ability to bring in own cases, and willingness to market the firm’s high-quality services.The Benefits & How to Apply:• Competitive salary starting from £32,000 per year.• Opportunities for professional development and career progression.• Inclusive and diverse work environment.• Flexible working hours.• Supportive team culture.Apply in the strictest confidence online and/or via telephone – there is no need for a CV for an initial conversation.Contact Person: Shabir JizaContact Email:Contact Phone:IMPORTANT: PLEASE CHECK YOUR EMAIL (INCLUDING SPAM FOLDER) FOR CONFIRMATION THAT YOUR APPLICATION HAS BEEN RECEIVED.In accordance with The Conduct of Employment Agencies and Employment Businesses Regulations 2003, Regulation 19.

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