CLA Education Caseworker

Apply before 9am on 6 May 2026.

Job summary

Salary
28182 - 33323
Location
Gateshead
Workplace
Hybrid working
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Flexible
Hours per week
18-37

How to apply

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About the role

About the role

Are you ready to make a real impact for children, young people, and families? Join our CLA Education team and help people understand their rights, tackle barriers, and fight for fair outcomes.

In this role, you’ll:

What you'll be doing

  •  Provide expert advice and support through our national CLA telephone service

  •  Help clients navigate SEN decisions, EHCPs and tribunal processes

  •  Deliver high‑quality casework that truly changes lives

  •  Spot emerging issues and help us influence system‑wide change 

  •  Work with a passionate, values‑driven team committed to justice and equality

  • We’ll give you full training in education law, legal aid processes, tribunal work and our internal systems — so you’re set up to succeed.

What we’re looking for

  • Recent experience delivering advice to clients

  • A structured, methodical approach to casework

  • Strong communication skills — especially conveying complex information clearly

  • A passion for fairness, inclusion, and empowering those who need it most

  • Knowledge and experience of SEN law is essential.

What you need to know

  • Hours are negotiable

  • The services operates between 9.00am to 6.00pm and cover will be arranged  on a rota basis.

  • Remote working will be considered

We’re Disability Confident

Disability Confident is a government scheme that supports employers to improve how they recruit, retain, and develop disabled people.