Education Lawyer

Service Care Legal are currently recruiting for an Education Lawyer to join a local authority in the South London area. This role is heavily focused on education law , with a particular emphasis on school closures and amalgamations . The successful candidate will provide high-quality legal advice and representation across the council on these sensitive and complex matters.

Please note that office attendance is around once per fortnight.

The Role

• Provide expert legal advice on all matters relating to education law , with a strong focus on school closures, reorganisations, and amalgamations
• Draft and review legal documents related to school restructuring
• Advise on legislative changes and case law relevant to school operations and governance
• Represent the council in legal proceedings and public inquiries related to education matters
• Collaborate with internal departments and senior officers to support strategic educational objectives
• Maintain relationships with stakeholders including schools, legal bodies, and external organisations

Role Requirements

• Qualified Solicitor, Barrister, or FILEX
• Extensive experience in education law , particularly school closures and restructuring
• Familiarity with relevant legislation, statutory guidance, and local government frameworks
• Proven ability to manage complex education cases with minimal supervision

Experience within a local authority or public sector setting is highly desirable

Some experience in employment law may be beneficial but is not the primary focus of this role