Childcare Solicitor

Service Care Solutions; East Midlands; Hybrid; GBP 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading legal services provider is seeking an experienced Childcare Solicitor in Leicestershire to support child protection efforts. The ideal candidate will provide legal representation in courts, manage caseloads effectively, and demonstrate strong advocacy skills. The role offers a hybrid working arrangement and a contract of 3 months ongoing, with competitive pay rates based on experience. This opportunity allows you to make a meaningful impact on children's welfare and support families in the local community.

Benefits

Weekly pay based on experience

Flexible hybrid working arrangements

Meaningful role supporting children and families

Qualifications

• Qualified Solicitor or Barrister with experience in childcare or family law.
• Strong advocacy skills and ability to manage sensitive cases.
• Experience working effectively in a multi-disciplinary environment.

Responsibilities

• Provide advocacy and legal representation in Magistrates’ and County Courts.
• Advise on child protection and children’s services responsibilities.
• Manage a Childcare Law caseload from start to completion.

Skills

Strong advocacy skills

Ability to manage sensitive and complex cases

Experience in childcare or family law

Ability to work in a fast-paced, multi-disciplinary environment

Education

Qualified Solicitor or Barrister

Job description

Overview

Service Care Solutions is working alongside a highly regarded Local Authority, based in Leicestershire, which is recruiting for an experienced Childcare Solicitor to join their team. This is a fantastic opportunity for an enthusiastic and committed solicitor to make a real difference by supporting the council’s vital work in safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and families.

Key Details

Role: Childcare Solicitor

Location: Leicestershire – hybrid

Umbrella Rate: £55 - £60ph

PAYE Inc. Rate: £48.44ph - £52.79

Contract Length: 3 months ongoing

Key Responsibilities

• Provide advocacy and legal representation in the Magistrates’ Court and County Court, and when suitably experienced, in the Family Division of the High Court.


• Advise officers, members, panels, and case conferences on matters relating to child protection and other children’s services responsibilities.


• Handle your own Childcare Law caseload from start to completion.

About You

• Qualified Solicitor or Barrister with experience in childcare or family law (public sector experience desirable).


• Strong advocacy skills and the ability to manage sensitive and complex cases.


• Proven ability to work effectively in a fast‑paced, multi‑disciplinary environment.

Benefits

• Weekly pay – rate offered will be based on experience.


• Flexible hybrid working arrangements.


• A meaningful role supporting children, families, and the local community.

Contact

If this Childcare Solicitor vacancy sounds like an opportunity of interest for you or someone you know, please feel free to reach out to Hugh Barnes on (phone number removed), or email (url removed). We also welcome referrals for this position, where a successful recommendation would be worth £250.