Senior Childcare Legal Adviser: Care Proceedings

Hampshire County Council; Winchester; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A local government authority in Winchester seeks a Legal/Senior Legal Adviser to provide legal advice in public children act proceedings. The role involves managing a complex case load and presenting cases to court. Applicants should be qualified Solicitors, Barristers, or Filex with knowledge of childcare law. This position offers a competitive salary, hybrid working, and a supportive work environment. The deadline for applications is January 25, 2026.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Generous holiday allowance

Desirable pension scheme

Flexible working options

Qualifications

• Experience providing legal advice on public children act proceedings.
• Ability to manage complex case loads and present to court.
• Understanding of statutory commitments and resource allocation.

Responsibilities

• Advise Children’s Services on legal aspects of childcare law.
• Hold a complex case load and ensure statutory commitments are met.
• Work with Council colleagues and external parties.

Skills

Legal advice on childcare law

Good drafting skills

Client care experience

Education

Qualified Solicitor/Barrister/Filex with litigation qualifications

Job description

A local government authority in Winchester seeks a Legal/Senior Legal Adviser to provide legal advice in public children act proceedings. The role involves managing a complex case load and presenting cases to court. Applicants should be qualified Solicitors, Barristers, or Filex with knowledge of childcare law. This position offers a competitive salary, hybrid working, and a supportive work environment. The deadline for applications is January 25, 2026.