Public Childcare Locum

Venn Group; Lancashire; Hybrid; GBP 55,000 - 83,000; Part time

Job summary

Venn Group is seeking a Public Childcare Locum in Lancashire with immediate start and hybrid working. The role involves managing a busy caseload, attending hearings, and advising on Children Act and safeguarding matters.

Qualified Solicitor, Legal Executive, or experienced Fee Earner with Public Childcare experience are invited to apply; private practice or local authority backgrounds are suitable. Specialised support and ongoing locum assignment are available.

Qualifications

• Public childcare experience within a legal context is required.
• Knowledge of care proceedings and safeguarding matters is essential.
• Experience handling busy caseloads in private practice or local authority settings is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage a caseload of Public Childcare matters from instruction through to completion.
• Represent clients in care proceedings and attend hearings where required.
• Provide legal advice on a range of Children Act and safeguarding matters.

Skills

Public childcare experience

Care proceedings knowledge

Legal experience in childcare

Job description

Public Childcare Locum – Lancashire – Competitive Hourly Rate

Venn Group’s specialist Legal Recruitment team is recruiting a Public Childcare Locum for a well-established law firm in Lancashire. This ongoing locum opportunity offers an immediate start and the chance to join a busy, supportive team handling a varied public childcare caseload.

The Role

You will be responsible for:

• Managing a caseload of Public Childcare matters from instruction through to completion
• Representing clients in care proceedings and attending hearings where required
• Providing legal advice on a range of Children Act and safeguarding matters

About You

• Qualified Solicitor, Legal Executive, or experienced Fee Earner with Public Childcare experience
• Strong knowledge of care proceedings and Public Law Children matters
• Previous experience managing a busy caseload within private practice or a local authority setting

Key Details

• Rate: Competitive hourly rate, dependent on experience
• Location: Lancashire / Hybrid Working Available
• Contract: Ongoing Locum Assignment
• Start: Week Commencing 14th September

Why Consider This Role?

• Immediate start with long-term assignment potential
• Flexible hybrid working arrangements
• Opportunity to join an experienced and collaborative legal team