Childcare Solicitor

James Andrews Recruitment Solutions; City of Edinburgh; Hybrid; GBP 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A local authority in Scotland is seeking a qualified Childcare Solicitor to manage legal matters related to children on a full-time basis. The position offers a competitive hourly rate of £50 - £60 and includes responsibilities such as representing the Council in Family Court and advising on childcare law. The role allows for flexible working hours and has opportunities for extension beyond the initial contract period of 3 months.

Qualifications

• Qualifications as a Solicitor is essential.
• Experience in childcare law for a Local Authority is required.

Responsibilities

• Manage a caseload of Childcare legal matters.
• Represent the Council in Family Court hearings.
• Provide comprehensive legal service on child protection.

Skills

Legal research

Childcare law expertise

Case management

Advocacy skills

Education

Qualified Solicitor

Job description

Job Description

We are currently partnering with a Local Authority based in Oxfordshire, who are recruiting for a Childcare Solicitor to join their team on a 3 month locum basis, with opportunities for extension past this.

This is a full-time position with an hourly rate of £50 - £60/hour (Umbrella) and the start date is subject to notice. They are ideally looking for candidates who are able to attend court and manage their own advocacy, but they are able to consider remote options.

Duties will include (but are not limited to):

• Managing a caseload of Childcare legal matters, including care proceedings, PLOs and DOLs
• Representing the Council in attended hearings concerning children in the Family Court
• Providing a comprehensive legal service on all aspects of child protection work to the Children, Young People and Families Directorate and to the Council
• Briefing Counsel on behalf of the Council in the Family Court, and obtaining Counsel's opinion on any relevant matters relating to children's proceedings
• Advising on, negotiating and drafting legal documents to give effect to decisions of the Client Directorate and the Council

Requirements:

• Qualified Solicitor
• Recent experience working within Childcare law for a Local Authority

Working hours:

• 37 hours per week
• Flexible working hours...