Childcare Lawyer

James Andrews Recruitment Solutions; Devon and Torbay; Remote; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A Local Authority in Devon is seeking a Childcare Lawyer to work fully remote on a full-time basis. The role entails managing Childcare legal matters, drafting documentation, and representing clients in hearings. Candidates must have recent experience in Childcare law and can enjoy flexible working hours.

Benefits

Fully remote working

Flexible start/finish times

Qualifications

• Recent experience in Childcare law within Local Government required.

Responsibilities

• Managing a caseload of Childcare legal matters.
• Drafting and settling legal documents for Children's Social Care.
• Conducting litigation relevant to Children's Social Care.

Skills

Childcare law expertise

Job description

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We are currently partnering with a Local Authority based in Devon, who are recruiting for a Childcare Lawyer to join their growing team on a locum, fully remote basis.

This a full time (37 hours/week) role and the rate of pay is circa £50 - £60/hour, dependent on experience.

Duties will include (but are not limited to):

• Managing a caseload of Childcare legal matters, including care proceedings, PLOs and DOLs
• Drafting and settling of legal documentation with particular reference to Children's Social Care
• Conducting litigation with particular reference to Children's Social Care and matters
• Advocating in contested and uncontested hearings (remote), and instructing Counsel at the Family Court as necessary, including preparing and managing cases

Requirements:

• Experience within Childcare law in Local Government

Rewards and Benefits:

• Fully remote

Working hours:

• 37 hours per week
• Flexible start/finish times

Please note that you require recent experience to apply for this role.

James Andrews is acting as an employment agency and business in relation to this role.

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