Join a well-established national practice as an Education Solicitor within a Public Law & Human Rights team. You will run your own caseload, provide specialist advice on education law (with a focus on SEND Tribunal work) and supervise junior colleagues while contributing to the team’s reputation for high‑quality client work.

The role offers a varied mix of publicly and privately funded matters, including tribunal appeals, exclusions, admissions, disability discrimination and education‑related judicial reviews. You will also support schools and colleges on safeguarding and provide SEN strategy input such as EHCP reviews.

The firm promotes a friendly, inclusive culture and flexible working arrangements, and provides a range of wellbeing and development initiatives. There are opportunities to contribute to business development through seminars, articles and external engagement.

Qualified Solicitor with approximately 2–8 years PQE
Proven experience in education law, ideally including SEND Tribunal appeals
Ability to manage a complex, varied caseload with minimal supervision
Experience or willingness to supervise and mentor junior fee-earners
Strong written and oral communication skills; comfortable delivering training and contributing to written thought leadership
Proactive approach to business development and relationship building

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