Lawyer / Senior Lawyer –Education, Adults Social Care, and Employment

Overview HB Public Law Roles Available at Lawyer and Senior Lawyer Level Lawyer Salary Banding: £48,102 - £56,655 Senior Lawyer Salary Banding: £56,619 - £64,407 Join One of London's Leading Shared Legal Practices HB Public Law is an innovative and ambitious shared legal service operated by and based in the London Borough of Harrow and providing legal support to the London Boroughs of Harrow, Barnet and Hounslow, together with Slough Borough Council. HB Public Law are looking to recruit a Lawyer or Senior Lawyer to join their highly regarded Education team. This is a unique opportunity to undertake a varied and rewarding caseload, potentially across four local authorities, advising on matters that have a direct impact on local communities. Applications from newly qualified lawyers with education law and SEN tribunal experience, as well as a determination to learn, are welcome.  Whether you are currently working in local government, private practice or another relevant environment, we would be keen to hear from you. Responsibilities of the Education Lawyer: The successful Education Lawyer will advise and represent our local authority and school clients in respect of a broad spectrum of education work. The majority of the work will consist of SEN tribunal appeals , but there is a variety of other work available including claims for judicial review, admissions appeals, providing advice in respect of school suspensions and exclusions, advising in respect of complaints at all stages and providing ad hoc advice in respect of other education-related matters Depending on experience, the Education Lawyer will also support and mentor junior colleagues, contribute to training initiatives and help develop best practice across the team. What the successful Education Lawyer will need: We are looking for individuals who are motivated, collaborative and committed to delivering high-quality legal services. You will be: A qualified Solicitor, Barrister or Chartered Legal Executive (CILEX) with litigation practising rights, Experienced in SEN tribunal cases and general education law Comfortable managing your own caseload and prioritising competing demands A strong communicator with excellent client care skills We welcome applications from: Local authority, private practice or public sector Education Lawyers Why Join HB Public Law? This is a unique opportunity to develop your career within a supportive, friendly and highly experienced team that values collaboration, learning and professional development. Working across more than one local authority provides exposure to a breadth of work rarely available within a single organisation, allowing you to develop a wide range of expertise and gain experience of complex and challenging cases. HB Public Law are committed to supporting lawyers' development and have a strong track record of helping people progress throughout their careers. In addition, HB Public Law offer: Local Government Pension Scheme Excellent learning and development opportunities (including career progression) Cycle Scheme Green Car Benefit Scheme Civil Service Sports Council membership Staff discounts and wellbeing support initiatives Working Arrangements HB Public Law operate from a hybrid office, and lawyers typically attend the office two days per week (which could include our client offices), together with any required tribunal attendance and client meetings (where these are not held remotely). Apply Now Are you keen to join a friendly team with varied education work while making a real difference across four local authorities? We’d love to hear from you. For an informal discussion about this role please contact Sharon.Clarke@harrow.gov.uk Closing Date: 15/11/2026 Proposed interview dates: 20, 24, 25 , 27  November About You The successful candidate will be required to carry a full caseload dealing with SEND Tribunal cases, advising and preparing responses for the Tribunal, and advising in respect of school admissions, exclusions