Senior Childcare Lawyer

2 days ago


Manchester, United Kingdom James Andrews Recruitment Solutions Ltd Full time

Our client, a Local Authority based in the North West, is currently recruiting for a Senior Childcare Lawyer on a locum basis for 3-months initially.


The role offers remote working with attendance required at hearings in the Manchester Courts, and the rate is in the region of £55 p/hour UMB.


The team have capacity for full-time hours, however part-time and flexible options will be considered.


Duties will include (but are not limited to):

  • Managing a caseload of complex legal work relating to public and private children’s law, including conducting and managing a caseload of legal applications and providing advice to the client group
  • Taking responsibility for legal safeguarding and planning for children, with political sensitivity in relation to advising on the same
  • Handling own advocacy, including representing the Council in contested proceedings
  • Acting as a mentor to a designated Lawyer and/or Legal Officer
  • Demonstrating a knowledge of wider local government law and issues


Working hours:

  • 35 hours per week
  • Monday – Friday


Please note that you require recent experience to apply for this role.


James Andrews is acting as an employment agency and business in relation to this role.



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