Childcare Solicitor

G2 Legal Limited; Barnsley; Hybrid; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading opportunity for a Childcare Solicitor to join a recognized firm in Yorkshire. This role offers a supportive environment, hybrid working, and a chance for career progression while representing adoption carers and advising on legal matters. Competitive salary and numerous benefits included.

Benefits

Competitive salary package

25 days annual leave plus statutory holidays

Extra day off for your birthday

Health scheme and company pension

Two discretionary bonuses per year

Regular social events and festive celebrations

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of childcare law and legal aid eligibility.
• Experience in billing or public funding processes.
• Proactive, organised and empathetic approach to client service.

Responsibilities

• Represent adoption carers in care proceedings.
• Advise on Special Guardianship applications and support plans.
• Manage a busy caseload effectively.

Skills

Communication

Advocacy

Client Care

Organisational Skills

Education

Minimum 1-year PQE

Job description

Childcare Solicitor – Leading Opportunity | Yorkshire (Hybrid)

A standout opportunity has arisen for a committed Childcare Solicitor to join a growing, Legal 500-recognised firm in Yorkshire. This position offers flexibility, clear career progression and the chance to work within a supportive and dynamic team.

The role centres on representing adoption carers, such as grandparents, aunts and uncles – in care proceedings. You will also advise on Special Guardianship Orders, support plans and related allowances.

Key Responsibilities:

• Represent adoption carers in care proceedings
• Advise on Special Guardianship applications, support plans and allowances
• Provide high-quality client care and build strong relationships
• Undertake advocacy work and manage a busy caseload effectively

Requirements:

• Ideally a minimum of 1-year PQE (all levels will be considered)
• Strong knowledge of childcare law and legal aid eligibility
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Experience in billing or public funding processes
• Advocacy skills and the ability to manage court work independently
• A proactive, organised and empathetic approach to client service
• Comfortable in a fast-paced environment with the drive to progress

What’s on Offer?

• Competitive salary package
• Hybrid working for better work-life balance
• 25 days annual leave (plus statutory holidays), increasing with service
• Extra day off for your birthday
• Two annual half-days off for Life Admin
• Health scheme and company pension
• Two discretionary bonuses per year
• Regular social events and festive celebrations

This is an exciting opportunity for an ambitious Childcare Solicitor looking to further their career with a respected and forward-thinking practice.

For more information or to apply, please contact Dan Craddock at G2 Legal Recruitment or apply directly via the link.

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