3 months contract with local authority

• Providing legal advice and support to clients in various litigation matters such as homelessness, housing disrepair, debt recovery, possession proceedings, injunctions, access to property, anti-social behavior, traveler encampments, and regulatory prosecutions.
  
• Conducting legal proceedings and representing the Council in court.
  
• Offering advice and assistance to clients on education matters, particularly challenges to decisions related to SEND and EHC Assessments.
  
• Assisting and mentoring junior colleagues and legal assistants.
  
• Potential opportunity for a junior officer to develop knowledge and skills in the mentioned areas, including providing support to senior officers and working closely with a senior officer.
  
• Possibility to gain experience in Court of Protection work related to adults social care.
  

• Relevant legal qualifications and practicing certificate.
  
• Experience in handling litigation matters.
  
• Knowledge of education law, particularly in SEND and EHC Assessments.
  
• Ability to mentor and support junior colleagues.
  
• Optional: Interest in developing skills in Court of Protection work.