Education Lawyer - Bristol

Chadwick Nott; Bristol; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading firm in the UK is seeking an Education Lawyer in Bristol to join a regulatory compliance team. The ideal candidate will advise independent schools on various education and compliance matters while leading a talented team. The firm offers a hybrid working model to maintain work-life balance, making it an excellent opportunity for a solicitor or associate-level lawyer.

Benefits

Hybrid working model

Supportive and collaborative culture

Qualifications

• Proven experience in education law, ideally with independent schools.
• Confident, professional approach to sensitive and high-profile matters.
• Strong communication skills and a pragmatic mindset.
• Ability to manage both contentious and non-contentious work.

Responsibilities

• Advise schools on admissions, exclusions, and appeals.
• Support with safeguarding issues and parental disputes.
• Lead and supervise a talented team.
• Contribute to strategic development in response to legal changes.

Skills

Experience in education law

Strong communication skills

Professional approach to sensitive matters

Ability to manage contentious work

Job description

Education Lawyer - Bristol

Education Lawyer - Bristol. An exciting opportunity for an Education Lawyer to join a leading regulatory compliance team advising some of the UK's most respected education providers. This role is ideal for a solicitor or associate-level lawyer who can join a high-performing, friendly, and sector-leading team at the heart of the firm's regulatory and compliance work.

About the Role

You'll advise independent schools, school groups and governing bodies on a broad range of education and compliance matters, including:

• Admissions, exclusions and appeals
• Student behaviour and disciplinary issues
• Safeguarding, SEN and equality law
• Complaints, claims and tribunal matters
• Regulatory compliance and inspections

You'll also help schools manage reputation-sensitive incidents, from safeguarding issues to parental disputes, providing calm, strategic and effective support when it matters most.

Working closely with senior lawyers, you'll help lead and supervise a talented team, contribute to strategic development, and play a key part in shaping how schools respond to the ever-changing legal and political landscape.

Requirements

• Proven experience in education law, ideally with independent schools
• A confident, professional approach to sensitive and high-profile matters
• Strong communication skills and a pragmatic mindset
• The ability to manage both contentious and non-contentious work

Working Arrangements

Our client are offering a hybrid working model with flexibility in their modern offices in Bristol, London. You'll enjoy a supportive, collaborative culture where you can thrive professionally while maintaining genuine work-life balance.

How to Apply / Contact

For more information about this role please contact Hannah Somers at Chadwick Nott.

(t) 0117 917 1929
(m) 07435 943574
(e) [e-mail]

At Chadwick Nott, we are committed to developing a diverse and inclusive culture as well as supporting our large client network achieve the same. We are an equal opportunities employer and encourage applications of all qualified candidates regardless of age, sex, race, disability, sexual orientation, culture or anything other personal characteristic. We champion and celebrate diversity in the workplace. Where a level of experience is indicated, please note that this is only a guideline.