Lawyer - Social Care

Isle of Wight Council; Thorley; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A local authority in the UK is seeking a dedicated Child Care Lawyer to join their Legal Services team. The role involves representing the Council in child care proceedings and providing expert legal advice to ensure the best outcomes for children and families. Applicants should have relevant legal qualifications and strong negotiation skills. The organization offers a supportive work environment with flexible working arrangements.

Benefits

Supportive and collaborative work environment

Flexible and agile working arrangements

Qualifications

• Demonstrated knowledge of relevant legal policies and regulations.
• Ability to provide expert legal advice and representation.
• Experience in managing a full caseload focused on child care proceedings.

Responsibilities

• Represent the Council in child care proceedings.
• Provide expert advice to ensure best outcomes for children and families.
• Manage a caseload of 8 to 10 care proceedings cases.

Skills

Knowledge of relevant policies, regulations and legislation

Excellent interpersonal skills

Persuasion and negotiation skills

Ability to manage conflicting demands

Education

Relevant professional qualifications (CFILEX, barrister, or solicitor)

Job description

Overview

We are seeking a dedicated and skilled Child Care Lawyer to join our dynamic Legal Services team at the Isle of Wight Council.

As a Child Care Lawyer, you will play a crucial role in representing the Council in child care proceedings and other legal matters. You will provide expert advice and representation, ensuring the best outcomes for children and families. You will manage a full caseload (8 to 10 cases) focused almost exclusively on care proceedings as there will be no SEN, Care Home or DOLS work.

Why join us?

At the Isle of Wight Council, we value our employees and offer a supportive and collaborative work environment. You will have the opportunity to develop your skills and contribute to meaningful work that impacts the community. We understand the importance of a good work-life balance and are therefore happy to discuss flexible and agile working arrangements that suits you.

Responsibilities

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What we are looking for

• Knowledge of relevant policies, regulations and legislation
• Excellent interpersonal, persuasion and negotiation skills
• Proven ability to manage conflicting demands and work under pressure
• Relevant professional qualifications (CFILEX, barrister, or solicitor)