Solicitor (Childcare)

Sacredheartprisch; Oldbury; On-site; GBP 47,000 - 53,000; Full time

Job summary

A local council is seeking a qualified lawyer specializing in childcare law to join their supportive team. The role involves managing childcare cases under relevant legislation, ensuring children's safeguarding, and providing legal advice. The successful candidate will benefit from generous annual leave, employee discounts, and access to the Local Government Pension Scheme.

Benefits

Generous annual leave entitlement

Employee Benefits portal with discounts

Salary sacrifice schemes for cars and bikes

Access to Local Government Pension Scheme

Qualifications

• At least 3 years of practical legal work experience.
• Minimum of 2 years in public law/childcare law.

Responsibilities

• Manage a caseload of childcare cases under the Children Act 1989.
• Focus on safeguarding children and related legal applications.

Skills

Childcare Law

Public Law

Education

Qualified Solicitor/Barrister

Chartered Legal Executive

Job description

Employer: Sandwell Metropolitan Borough Council

Location: Sandwell Council House, Freeth Street, Oldbury, B69 3DE

Salary Band: H SCP 38-43 (£47,754 - £52,805 per annum)

Closing Date: 4 June 2025

Reference: SAND000008896

Sector and Job Details

• Sector: Local Councils
• Job Type: Legal
• Contract Type: Full-time, permanent
• Working Pattern: Standard Hours, Full-Time
• Site: Internal, Redeployment, wmjobs.co.uk

Job Description

We are seeking a qualified lawyer with experience in childcare law to join our busy and supportive team, focusing on children safeguarding. The successful candidate will manage a caseload of childcare cases under the Children Act 1989 and Adoption and Children Act 2002, including applications for care and supervision orders, DOLs, and placement and adoption orders. Support will be provided by a Caseworker for all cases.

Minimum Requirements

• At least 3 years of practical legal work experience, with a minimum of 2 years in public law/childcare law.
• Qualifications: Qualified Solicitor/Barrister or chartered legal executive authorized to practice.

Benefits

• Generous annual leave entitlement, with additional leave after 5 years of service.
• Access to Employee Benefits portal with discounts on retail, gym memberships, cinemas, and more.
• Salary sacrifice schemes for cars and bikes.
• Access to the Local Government Pension Scheme.

Additional Information

We reserve the right to close the vacancy early if we receive a high volume of applications. Please submit your application promptly and refer to the supporting documents attached. For assistance related to disabilities or application issues, contact the Resourcing Team at 0121 569 3300 or [e-mail].

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