Special Education Needs (SEN) Solicitor

Overview

In this role you will join a market-leading education law team to advise on SEN matters and secure access to education for vulnerable clients. You will handle a varied caseload including tribunal appeals, judicial reviews, exclusions, admissions and disability discrimination, while collaborating with a supportive team. You’ll supervise junior colleagues, contribute to thought leadership, and help grow a respected practice. The firm emphasises inclusive culture, hybrid working, wellbeing, and community engagement, offering meaningful social impact.

Pay / Benefits

• inclusive culture
• flexible hybrid working
• wellbeing commitments
• social responsibility and community engagement

Responsibilities

• Handle complex SEN matters, including tribunal appeals, judicial reviews, exclusions, admissions and disability discrimination
• Directly work with vulnerable clients to secure access to education
• Supervise junior colleagues and contribute to team growth
• Engage in thought leadership and support strategic development of the practice
• Collaborate with cross-functional colleagues and the wider firm to deliver high-impact outcomes
• Promote the firm’s inclusive culture and wellbeing initiatives

Key requirements

• Strong education and SEND Tribunal experience
• 2+ years’ PQE in education law or SEN matters
• Experience handling tribunal appeals, exclusions, admissions and discrimination issues
• Ability to work with vulnerable clients and manage sensitive cases
• Leadership or supervision experience within a team

• Strong communication and empathy when dealing with vulnerable clients
• Collaborative and supportive team player
• Leadership and mentoring aptitude
• Education/SEN law expertise
• SEN Tribunal experience
• Tribunal appeals and judicial reviews

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