Service Care Legal are currently working alongside a thriving Local Authority, based in Greater Manchester, which is in need of an experienced Childcare Solicitor to join their team.
Role: Childcare Solicitor

Location: Greater Manchester, hybrid working

Contract Length: 3 months ongoing

Rate of Pay: £50-£55ph umbrella

The Role:

This company is seeking a highly skilled Senior Childcare Solicitor to provide legal support and advice across the Council on matters relating to childcare related issues.
As a Childcare Solicitor, you will be responsible for the delivery of legal advice and support in the following legal specialism.

• To manage a personal caseload of Childcare Law cases through to completion


• To hold a mixed caseload of care proceedings and pre-proceedings

Key Responsibilities

• Take responsibility for the delivery of legal advice and support in the legal specialisms of childcare.

• To manage a personal caseload of Childcare Law cases through to completion

• Hold a mixed caseload of care proceedings and pre-proceedings

Qualifications:

• A qualified Solicitor, Legal Executive or Barrister with a minimum of 12 months' PQE

• Previous experience of Childcare within a local authority


• Experienced in undertaking own advocacy

Benefits:

• Hybrid working


• Flexible hours


• Weekly pay

If this Childcare Solicitor role sounds like an opportunity that is right for you or someone you know, then don't hesitate to get in touch with Howard whitehead via Howard.whitehead@servicecare.org.uk or via phone at 01772208969 .

We also welcome referrals for this position, where a successful recommendation would be worth £250.