Education Solicitor / Supervisor - City of London

TN United Kingdom; London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in the legal sector is seeking a dedicated Education Solicitor/Supervisor to join their dynamic team in London. This role offers the opportunity to provide comprehensive legal support in Education Law, focusing on sensitive issues such as school exclusions and parental disputes. The firm is renowned for its commitment to diversity and inclusion, and it prides itself on delivering exceptional client care. As part of a forward-thinking team, you will manage a varied caseload, ensuring compliance and effective file management while contributing to a supportive work environment that values professional growth and collaboration.

Qualifications

• Valid Practicing Certificate required at application time.
• Proven supervisory experience with a focus on client care.

Responsibilities

• Manage all aspects of Education Law cases and guide team members.
• Handle SEN matters and school admission appeals effectively.

Skills

Valid Practicing Certificate

Client Care

Supervisory Experience

Education Law Knowledge

Networking Skills

Microsoft Office Proficiency

Tools

Document Management Systems

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Education Solicitor / Supervisor - City of London, London

Client:

Duncan Lewis Solicitors

Location:

London, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Education

EU work permit required:

Yes

Job Reference:

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Job Views:

13

Posted:

26.04.2025

Expiry Date:

10.06.2025

Job Description:

About Duncan Lewis Solicitors:

Regulated by the Solicitor’s Regulation Authority, Duncan Lewis Solicitors was founded in 1998 and is headquartered in the City of London (Fenchurch Street EC3M), with offices nationwide. Recognised by the Legal 500 and Chambers & Partners UK as a top-tier law firm, we pride ourselves on a diligent and professional team that goes the extra mile for clients. We are a paperless law firm with over 500 personnel, embracing hybrid working, servicing both corporate and private clients across 25 legal areas in 60 languages. Our ethos is to give people a voice.

Choosing a career with Duncan Lewis means joining the largest provider of publicly funded legal services in the UK, with a growing private client practice. We are Investors in People Gold Standard accredited and have received numerous awards, including Law Firm of the Year (2024 Lexis Nexis Awards, 2023 Modern Law Awards), and recognition for diversity and inclusion. We are also accredited with Law Society Lexcel, Cyber Essentials Plus, and ISO 27001.

We recruit dedicated and talented employees across legal and non-legal roles, emphasizing training and diversity. We welcome applications from candidates committed to our areas of law and eager to build a career with us.

Education Law Department Background:

Our education law team provides comprehensive legal advice and support to guardians, parents, and institutions. We assist with issues like unfair school exclusions, academy conversions, parental disputes, safeguarding, and social care matters, ensuring children receive appropriate educational support.

Main Responsibilities of the Role:

• Report directly to the Department Director
• Provide proactive client care with sensitivity and understanding
• Manage all aspects of Education Law cases, offering guidance to team members when needed
• Handle SEN matters, school admission appeals, and social care judicial reviews
• Assist with academy conversions, health and safety, parental disputes, and safeguarding issues
• Manage caseloads effectively and maintain accurate time records
• Ensure proper file management and compliance

Key Skills Required:

• Valid Practicing Certificate at application time
• Team player with adaptability and client care focus
• Proven supervisory experience and KPI awareness
• Proactive, professional, and sensitive in client dealings
• Strong networking and marketing skills to generate new business
• Initiative and sound judgment
• Solid understanding of Education Law, especially SEN and admission appeals
• Experience in education and adult social services
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and document management