Solicitor - Childrens Social Care

Pertemps; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A local authority legal services provider in West London is seeking an experienced Solicitor specializing in Social Care law for a 3-month ongoing contract. The role involves providing legal advice and managing complex cases related to Children's and Adults' Social Care. Candidates must have relevant qualifications and significant experience in public sector legal services. This position supports hybrid work with office attendance required once per month, making it an excellent opportunity for flexibility within a well-established team.

Qualifications

• Must be entitled to practice in England & Wales as a Solicitor, Barrister, or CILEX.
• Significant experience within Social Care law (Children and/or Adults).
• Experience in local authority or public sector legal services.

Responsibilities

• Provide expert legal advice on Children’s and Adults’ Social Care matters.
• Manage a complex caseload, ensuring compliance with statutory timescales.
• Represent the Council in court proceedings as required.
• Advise senior officers and managers on social care legal issues.
• Supervise junior legal staff as required.

Skills

Social Care law

Advocacy skills

Advisory skills

Case management skills

Education

Qualified Solicitor, Barrister, or CILEX

Job description

Solicitor – Social Care Location: West London Contract: 3-month ongoing contract Rate: £40 per hour (umbrella) Working Pattern: Hybrid – office attendance once per month

We are currently recruiting for an experienced Social Care Solicitor to join a local authority legal services team in West London on an initial 3-month ongoing contract.

This role will provide specialist legal support across Children’s and Adults’ Social Care, working on complex and sensitive matters within a supportive hybrid working environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide expert legal advice on Children’s and Adults’ Social Care matters
• Manage and progress a complex caseload, ensuring compliance with statutory timescales
• Represent the Council in court proceedings and hearings as required
• Advise senior officers, managers, and elected members on social care legal issues
• Supervise and support junior legal staff where required
• Work collaboratively with internal departments, external partners, and the judiciary
• Ensure compliance with legal, regulatory, and governance requirements

Key Requirements

• Qualified Solicitor, Barrister, or CILEX entitled to practise in England & Wales
• Significant experience within Social Care law (Children and/or Adults)
• Experience working within a local authority or public sector legal service
• Strong advocacy, advisory, and case management skills
• Ability to work autonomously and manage competing priorities

Working Arrangements

• Hybrid working model
• Office attendance required once per month
• Flexible working supported

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Social Care Solicitor seeking a flexible contract within a well-established local authority legal team.