Public sector, education and law
Explore paid opportunities including graduate vacancies, placements and work experience in public sector, education and law.
Explore a range of opportunities in law and the public sector. Whether you're drawn to justice, public service, or education, there's a career path for you.
Consider legal professional services in-house or at a law firm, focusing on areas ranging from corporate law to criminal defence. Make a difference in public sector services through roles in government agencies or community services. Work in law enforcement, with careers in policing, criminal justice or emergency management. Shape the future in education, working as a teacher, in management or educational policy.

Explore opportunities in public sector, education and law
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Civil Service Fast Stream: Fast Stream Social Mobility Network Virtual Event Series – Starting 22nd September (Monday - Wednesday & Friday)
Employer: Civil ServiceApplication closing date: 26 Sep 2025Location: United KingdomAre you interested in a career in government?
Join our Fast Stream Virtual Events Week to gain valuable insight into the Civil Service Fast Stream – one of the UK’s top graduate programmes. This is your opportunity to explore its wide range of schemes such as Policy, Diplomatic, Cyber, Finance, Commercial and many more. -
Secondary School Engagement Coordinator - Kingswood
Employer: Cabot Learning FederationApplication closing date: 25 Sep 2025Location: Kingswood Gloucestershire, England United KingdomAs our Secondary School Engagement Coordinator, you’ll lead the delivery, development and evaluation of programmes at City Academy, working with targeted KS3 and KS4 pupils through a mix of 1:1 mentoring, small group interventions, and extra-curricular clubs and festivals. -
Legal Assistant Programme – Graduates
Employer: FreethsApplication closing date: 23 Sep 2025Location: Nottingham Nottinghamshire, England United KingdomAre you a final-year student looking to excel in law?
Apply for Freeths’ Legal Assistant Programme and make the best start to your career!
At Freeths we are different. Our people are our greatest asset, driven by our brand values: bold, smart, together. -
2026-2027 Legal Placement – Penultimate Year Law Students - Nottingham - 1 weeks work experience
Employer: FreethsApplication closing date: 30 Sep 2025Location: Nottingham Nottinghamshire, England United KingdomHuge opportunity for second and penultimate year students
Apply for Legal Placement at Freeths – and build a rewarding career at our leading firm
At Freeths we are different. Our people are our greatest asset, driven by our brand values: bold, smart, together. -
Early Talent Pathway – Insight Day – First Year Students - Insight Days
Employer: FreethsApplication closing date: 15 Nov 2025Location: Nottingham Nottinghamshire, England United KingdomFirst-year students – don’t miss out!
Apply for Freeths’ Insight Days – and kick start your legal career!
At Freeths we are different. Our people are our greatest asset, driven by our brand values: bold, smart, together. -
Teaching Assistant Level 1 - Weston-Super-Mare, Somerset
Employer: Cabot Learning FederationApplication closing date: 28 Sep 2025Location: Weston-Super-Mare Somerset, England United KingdomWe are looking for a passionate and driven Level 1 Teaching Assistant to assist in the educational, personal, and social development of students under the direction and guidance of relevant colleagues at Winterstoke Hundred Academy. -
Work Placement Engagement Officer - Mansfield, East Midlands
Application closing date: 28 Sep 2025Location: Mansfield East Midlands United KingdomWork Placement Engagement Officer
Directorate of Engineering, Motor Vehicle, Fabrication & Welding
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Achievement Coach
Application closing date: 28 Sep 2025Location: Mansfield East Midlands United KingdomAchievement Coach
Directorate of Engineering, Automotive, Fabrication and Welding
REQ0000997
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