Childcare Lawyer Opportunity

4 hours ago


London, Greater London, United Kingdom Sellick Partnership Limited - Public Sector Full time
Job Overview

At Sellick Partnership Limited - Public Sector, we are seeking an experienced Childcare Lawyer to join our team. As a qualified lawyer with at least 3 years PQE, you will be responsible for handling a demanding and busy caseload of mainly child protection cases.

This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Childcare Lawyer to join a Legal Team with a great reputation. Our client is looking for very experienced candidates, and ideally from a local government background. The successful candidate must hold a current practising certificate and have a strong understanding of relevant legislation.

The main duties of the successful Childcare Lawyer will include:
  • Deputise for the Senior Social Care Lawyers
  • Handling a demanding and busy caseload of mainly child protection cases, with the opportunity to undertake advocacy in the Central Family Court
  • Advising Social Services clients in person and in writing, on all aspects of relevant legislation
  • Prepare all legal documentation relevant to the caseload, and in particular prepare a wide variety of court documents, advise on social care law, and assist the Senior Social Care Lawyers and Principal Lawyer in relation to the most complex or specialised matters as and when required
  • Attend all meetings with clients and external parties, professionals' meetings and panels as required, and advise on all aspects of social services work
  • Carry out legal research


The Childcare Lawyer joining this team will enjoy the following benefits:
  • Fantastic training and development opportunities
  • Local Government pension scheme
  • Bike loan and season tickets
  • Significant discounts in local cafes, shops and restaurants
  • Discounted gym membership
  • Generous maternity, paternity and adoption leave
  • Supportive staff networks
  • Flexible working


About Us
We are a leading recruitment business that specialises in public sector roles. We pride ourselves on providing exceptional service and expertise to our clients and candidates. If you are a motivated and experienced Childcare Lawyer looking for a new challenge, please do not hesitate to apply.

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