Education Solicitor

Law Staff Legal Recruitment Ltd; East Midlands; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading legal recruitment agency in the UK is seeking a qualified Education Solicitor with over 3 years of experience to manage a varied caseload in education law. You will provide legal representation for teachers, students, and parents on issues such as school exclusions and EHCP applications. The role offers hybrid working options, private medical insurance, and opportunities for professional development in a supportive environment. This position is perfect for talented solicitors looking to make a meaningful impact in education law.

Benefits

Hybrid working options

Death in service benefit

Private medical insurance

Generous holiday allowance

Opportunities for training and professional development

Qualifications

• Must have 3+ years of post-qualification experience in education law.
• Ability to handle complex cases involving schools and regulatory bodies.
• Strong understanding of Education Health and Care Plans (EHCP).

Responsibilities

• Provide legal advice and representation to clients in education law.
• Handle admissions appeals and school exclusions.
• Advise on EHCP applications and support university students.

Skills

Legal advice and representation

Knowledge of education law

Communication skills

Education

3+ years PQE in law

Job description

Our Legal 500 client is seeking a 3+ year PQE Education Solicitor to handle a diverse range of education law matters, representing teachers, students, and parents in complex cases involving schools, educational authorities, trusts, and regulatory bodies.

The Firm: Our client ranked by Legal 500, Lexcel, and Chambers & Partners and certified as a Best Workplace, is a national provider of specialist legal services across England and Wales. It includes some of the country’s leading lawyers, solicitors, and consultants, and is committed to delivering first-class service in a supportive and rewarding work environment.

Responsibilities for this Education Solicitor Role:

• Provide legal advice and representation to clients across the full spectrum of education law.
• Primary & Secondary Schools: Handle matters such as admissions appeals, school exclusions, independent school issues, and contractual disputes.
• SEN/EHCP: Advise on Education, Health and Care Plan (EHCP) applications, assessments, and appeals.
• University Students: Support with sexual misconduct allegations, disciplinary investigations, visa applications, and fitness to practise proceedings.

Benefits for this Education Solicitor Role:

• Hybrid working options
• Death in service benefit
• Private medical insurance
• Generous holiday allowance
• Opportunities for training and professional development

For more information about this Education Solicitor vacancy please contact Mia Henderson quoting reference 37576.

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