Special Educational Needs Solicitor – Reading

Ruth Wagstaff Recruitment Ltd; Reading; Hybrid; GBP 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working

Strong benefits

Career progression

Job summary

Chadwick Nott is recruiting a Special Educational Needs Solicitor to join its established SEN team in Reading. You will manage a caseload of SEND Tribunal appeals and provide clear, practical advice to families, schools and local authorities.

This permanent, full-time role offers hybrid working, a supportive environment and genuine progression opportunities within a respected practice. The successful candidate will be technically strong, with SEN experience and excellent client-handling skills,

Qualifications

• Qualified solicitor with SEN experience.
• Experience handling SEND Tribunal appeals.

Responsibilities

• Manage own caseload of SEND Tribunal appeals.
• Advise families, schools and local authorities on SEN matters.
• Contribute to business development and growth of the department.

Skills

Special Educational Needs

Solicitor

SEN Tribunal

Job description

Job title: Special Educational Needs Solicitor
Location: Reading
PQE Level: 2+ PQE
Contract Type: Permanent
Working Hours: Full-time

A highly regarded and growing law firm is seeking an experienced solicitor to join its established Special Educational Needs (SEN) team in Reading. This is an excellent opportunity to work within a supportive and specialist team advising on a broad range of SEN matters.

You will manage your own caseload of SEND Tribunal appeals and related issues, working closely with families, schools, local authorities and experts to deliver clear, practical advice. The role offers exposure to complex and meaningful work, alongside genuine scope to contribute to business development and the ongoing growth of the department.

This position will suit a technically strong lawyer with SEN experience, excellent client‑handling skills and the ability to work independently within a collaborative team environment.

The firm offers hybrid working, strong benefits and a clear pathway for progression within a highly respected practice.

*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 their age, sex, race, disability, sexual orientation, disability, 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.*

Job Tenure: Permanent and Full-Time
Salary: Negotiable
Location: Reading, Berkshire