Senior Childcare Solicitor
3 hours ago
**Job Title:** Senior Childcare Solicitor
**Company Overview:** Service Care Legal is a leading provider of legal services to local authorities in London. We are currently recruiting a qualified Senior Childcare Solicitor to join our team on a 6 to 12-month contract.
Role: As a Senior Childcare Solicitor, you will provide legal advice on child protection, care proceedings, and other social care law issues. You will manage a diverse caseload and ensure timely progress of cases. Your responsibilities will include representing the Council in hearings and trials, undertaking advocacy as required. You will also collaborate with Children's Services and other departments to deliver legal guidance.
Key Responsibilities:
- Provide legal advice on child protection, care proceedings, and other social care law issues.
- Manage a diverse caseload and ensure timely progress of cases.
- Represent the Council in hearings and trials, undertaking advocacy as required.
- Collaborate with Children's Services and other departments to deliver legal guidance.
- Conduct legal research and contribute to strategic decision-making.
- Attend meetings with client departments and external stakeholders.
Requirements:
- Qualified Solicitor, Barrister, or Fellow of CILEX with current eligibility to practice in England and Wales.
- Strong experience in child protection law, care proceedings, and judicial reviews.
- Advocacy skills and ability to manage complex cases.
- Previous work within a local authority would also be essential.
Salary: £50-55 per hour LTD (dependent on PQE, experience, and interview performance).
**Location:** West London (Hybrid working available).
**Contract Duration:** 6 to 12 months, 36 hours per week.
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