Locum Childcare Advocate

Sellick Partnership; Reading; On-site; GBP 90,000 - 96,000; Part time

Job summary

Sellick Partnership is recruiting a Locum Childcare Advocate to join the Advocacy Team in the southwest region. The postholder will manage a range of Family Court hearings, including care proceedings, to ensure high-quality advocacy and continuity for clients.

The role involves hearings both remotely and in person at court, with occasional office attendance for team activities. Initial shortlisting will be based on CV evidence; confidential discussions can be arranged via Kiran Purewal in the

Qualifications

• Experience as Childcare Advocate in Family Court.
• Ability to handle varied hearings, including emergencies.
• Excellent communication and case management skills.

Responsibilities

• Represent clients at care proceedings and related hearings.
• Attend hearings remotely when required and in person otherwise.
• Support continuity of representation for clients throughout cases.

Skills

Advocacy experience

Family court knowledge

Job description

Locum Childcare Advocate

6 months plus

£65-70 umbrella

We are currently recruiting for an experienced Childcare Advocate to work in our dynamic and supportive Advocacy Team in the southwest region.

The team handles a wide range of Family Court hearings, primarily care proceedings and related matters, delivering high-quality advocacy and ensuring continuity of representation for their clients throughout their cases.

The successful postholder will undertake a variety of hearings, including contested matters, final hearings, and emergency or short-notice hearings.

While some hearings will be conducted remotely, you will also be required to attend hearings in person at court. In addition, some adhoc attendance in the office for team away days would be welcomed although not essential.

We encourage interested applicants to apply immediately to be considered for short listing. Alternatively, should you require further information or wish to discuss your suitability before applying please contact Kiran Purewal in our Manchester office for a confidential discussion.

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