Safeguarding Lawyer - Child & Adult Protection (Contract)

CRA GROUP RECRUITMENT AND PAYROLL LTD; Grays; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A local authority in the UK is seeking a qualified lawyer to provide high-quality legal advice and representation on safeguarding and social care matters. Responsibilities include managing cases in various courts, ensuring compliance with statutory duties, and supporting junior staff. Ideal candidates should have strong safeguarding law knowledge and advocacy experience. This full-time position offers an opportunity to make a significant impact in the community.

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of safeguarding law including children's social care.
• Experience managing a public law or safeguarding caseload including court proceedings.
• Ability to draft clear legal documents including statements and applications.

Responsibilities

• Provide legal advice on safeguarding and social care matters.
• Handle legal proceedings in Family Court and other relevant courts.
• Assist in supervision and mentoring of junior lawyers.

Skills

Time Management

Microsoft Office

Communication skills

Computer Skills

Microsoft Word

Legal Research

Microsoft PowerPoint

Microsoft Excel

Education

Qualified lawyer (Solicitor, Barrister or Chartered Legal Executive)

Job description

A local authority in the UK is seeking a qualified lawyer to provide high-quality legal advice and representation on safeguarding and social care matters. Responsibilities include managing cases in various courts, ensuring compliance with statutory duties, and supporting junior staff. Ideal candidates should have strong safeguarding law knowledge and advocacy experience. This full-time position offers an opportunity to make a significant impact in the community.