Childcare Solicitor

Pertemps; Plymouth; Hybrid; GBP 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A law firm in Plymouth is seeking a Childcare Solicitor with at least 2 years of PQE to handle family law matters. This role involves guiding clients through sensitive care proceedings and representing them in court. The successful candidate will have strong advocacy skills and experience in public law children matters. A competitive salary and flexible working options are on offer.

Benefits

Highly competitive salary

Enhanced maternity/paternity pay

Healthy bonus scheme

Flexible/remote working options

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 Years PQE as a Childcare Solicitor.
• Experience in managing own caseload in public law matters.
• Ability to represent clients at hearings.

Responsibilities

• Guide clients throughout care proceedings.
• Advise on Special Guardianship applications.
• Undertake own advocacy and represent clients at court.
• Provide clear advice to vulnerable clients.

Skills

Public law children matters

Advocacy

Strong communication

Team player

Empathy under pressure

Job description

Overview

Childcare Solicitor, 2+ Years PQE, Plymouth, £50,000+ (DOE) – This is an exciting opportunity to work in a sensitive but rewarding area of law, making a real difference to families and children at some of the most challenging times in their lives. Job Ref: 1308

Responsibilities

• This role offers the opportunity to develop further expertise within a supportive team, with scope to contribute to business development and the continued growth of the Family department.
• You will be responsible for guiding clients throughout care proceedings, from early involvement through to final hearings.
• You will also advise on Special Guardianship applications and related orders within public law proceedings.
• Undertaking your own advocacy and representing clients at court.
• Providing clear, empathetic advice to vulnerable clients in complex and often emotionally charged situations.

Skills/Qualifications

• Applications are sought from Childcare Solicitors with a minimum of 2 Years PQE looking for that next step in their career.
• Experienced in public law children matters, with confidence in managing your own caseload.
• Skilled in advocacy and able to represent clients at hearings.
• A strong communicator, able to explain complex legal issues in plain, reassuring language.
• A team player who thrives in a fast-paced, sensitive area of law.
• Empathetic, calm under pressure, and committed to supporting vulnerable clients.

On Offer

• Highly competitive salary.
• Enhanced maternity/paternity pay.
• Healthy bonus scheme.
• Flexible/remote working options.

How to Apply

Contact Penny Trotman at eNL on 0121 454 1004 or email [e-mail] with your CV, or simply call for a confidential discussion.

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