BLAM UK (Black Learning Achievement and Mental Health) is dedicated to enhancing the wellbeing of people of African descent, whose lives have been impacted globally by racism and racial trauma. Through community-driven outreach projects, the charity seeks to dismantle historical misrepresentations of Black individuals.
BLAM focuses its efforts on three core pillars: Education, Advocacy, and Mental Health, striving to empower individuals and foster inclusive environments. The organisation is committed to creating sustainable change and providing opportunities for growth and healing within the Black community.
Role Description:
BLAM UK is seeking a Consultant Education Lawyer to support our Advocacy Team, particularly within our School Exclusions Project.
This role involves providing legal guidance and expertise to help protect the educational and racial justice rights of Black children and young people. The successful candidate will work closely with our advocacy team to ensure that families receive clear legal guidance when navigating school exclusions and other education related challenges.
BLAM UK runs the UK’s only school exclusions advocacy service dedicated to supporting Black children and young people. Through advocacy, legal guidance, and community engagement, we work to challenge systemic inequalities in education and ensure that Black children and families are treated fairly within the education system.
Key Responsibilities:
- Provide expert legal advice to the advocacy team on education law matters.
- Support cases relating to school exclusions and other education related issues.
- Review documents and provide legal guidance to strengthen advocacy work.
- Work closely with the team to ensure the educational and racial justice rights of Black children remain central to all interventions.
Requirements:
- Qualified solicitor or barrister with experience in education law
- Strong understanding of school exclusions, safeguarding, and issues affecting Black children and young people.
- Demonstrated commitment to equity, inclusion, and culturally competent advocacy.
- Excellent communication and collaborative skills.
- Ability to work flexibly and remotely.
Role Details:
Hours: 5 hours per week (between 9am–5pm, Monday–Friday)
Rate: £28 per hour
Location: Remote / Flexible
How to Apply
Please send your CV and a short covering letter outlining your experience and suitability for the role
- Experience
- Required
- Languages
- English – Advanced
- Employment
- Part-time
- Schedule
- 5 hours per week (9am–5pm, Mon–Fri)
- Salary
- up to £28 hourly
Electric Lane, SW9 8LA, London
Community Based Organisation • 1-10 Employees
Hiring on JOB TODAY since May, 2026
BLAM UK supports those of African descent impacted by racial trauma. Focused on Education, Advocacy, and Mental Health, they run community projects to dismantle misrepresentation and empower the Black community toward healing and growth.
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