At a Glance
- Tasks: Advise schools and colleges on legal matters, navigating complex challenges in education law.
- Company: Join Stone King's nationally renowned Education team with a collaborative culture.
- Benefits: Hybrid working, professional development, and a supportive environment focused on wellbeing.
- Other info: Join a purpose-driven firm committed to inclusivity and professional growth.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in education law while developing your expertise in a leading firm.
- Qualifications: Qualified Solicitor with experience in education law and strong communication skills.
The predicted salary is between 40000 - 50000 £ per year.
The opportunity We are recruiting for an exciting opportunity to join Stone King’s nationally renowned Education team, offering the chance to work with schools and colleges on some of the most important issues facing the education sector today. As a Solicitor within the team, you will advise state-funded schools and further education clients on a broad range of day-to-day legal matters, helping clients navigate complex regulatory, governance and operational challenges.
If you're a solicitor with experience advising schools or education sector clients and are looking to develop your expertise within a leading specialist practice, this could be the perfect next step in your career. This role can be based in either of our offices; Bath, Birmingham, Cambridge, Leeds or Manchester, this role offers hybrid working and the opportunity to join a collaborative, forward-thinking team recognised by both Chambers and Legal 500 for its outstanding sector knowledge and client service.
Why This Role?
- Join a Tier 1 ranked Education team with a national reputation for excellence.
- Work closely with schools, colleges and education leaders on a broad range of complex and rewarding matters.
- Develop specialist expertise in education law while gaining exposure to governance, safeguarding, regulatory and tribunal work.
- Gain valuable experience supporting both contentious and non-contentious matters.
- Join a purpose-driven firm where wellbeing, collaboration and professional development genuinely matter.
What You’ll Be Doing
- Managing your own caseload, with support and supervision where appropriate.
- Advising schools and colleges on safeguarding, welfare, admissions, exclusions, complaints and Equality Act matters.
- Supporting clients with regulatory and compliance issues involving bodies such as Ofsted and the Department for Education.
- Assisting with governance matters, working closely with trustees and colleagues across the firm's specialist teams.
- Supporting senior lawyers on complex regulatory investigations, tribunal claims and judicial review proceedings.
- Delivering clear, practical and commercially aware legal advice tailored to the needs of education sector clients.
- Building strong relationships with clients and becoming a trusted adviser on day-to-day legal matters.
- Contributing to knowledge-sharing initiatives across the Education team and wider firm.
- Assisting with client training, webinars, sector events and business development activities.
- Keeping up to date with developments across education law and the wider education sector landscape.
What We’re Looking For
- A qualified Solicitor with experience advising schools or education sector clients.
- A genuine interest in education law and supporting organisations that deliver positive social impact.
- Experience managing your own caseload and working both independently and collaboratively.
- Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
- Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage competing priorities effectively.
- High attention to detail and commitment to delivering exceptional client service.
- A proactive approach to learning, development and knowledge-sharing.
- Strong IT skills, including experience using Microsoft and legal software systems.
Desirable Experience
- Experience advising on safeguarding, admissions, exclusions or student-related matters.
- Exposure to regulatory investigations, tribunal proceedings or public law issues.
- Experience delivering client training, webinars or sector-facing events.
- An interest in business development and building strong client relationships.
- Knowledge of governance matters affecting schools, academies or further education institutions.
Why Stone King?
We’re a purpose-driven, people-first firm that values wellbeing, flexibility and professional growth. You'll join a nationally recognised Education team that combines market-leading expertise with a genuinely supportive and collaborative culture. We invest in our people, encourage innovation and provide opportunities to build a rewarding career while undertaking meaningful work that supports schools, colleges and education providers across the UK. As signatories of the Mindful Business Charter, the Race Fairness Commitment and the Age Friendly Employer Pledge, we are committed to creating an inclusive environment where everyone can thrive and be themselves.
If you're ready to develop your education law career with one of the UK's leading specialist Education teams, we'd love to hear from you. Apply now and help support the organisations shaping the future of education.
Closing date: 17 July 2026
Solicitor - Education employer: Stone King LLP
Stone King is an exceptional employer, renowned for its collaborative culture and commitment to the wellbeing of its employees. With a focus on professional development and a supportive environment, the firm offers unique opportunities for Solicitors in the Education Team to engage with state-funded schools while enjoying hybrid working arrangements. Employees benefit from competitive salaries, a profit share scheme, and a strong emphasis on work-life balance, making it a rewarding place to build a meaningful career.
