Childcare Paralegal

We are working with a highly reputable Local Authority in the Wiltshire Region looking for a Childcare Paralegal to join their busy Childcare department on an interim basis.

The successful candidate must have upwards of 6 months’ experience in:

• Childcare matters in a local authority A good understanding of Childcare law

Responsibilities will include: -

• Drafting S.7 and S.37 reports Assisting on PLO cases Drafting witness statements and applications Preparing hardcopy and electronic bundles

Pay rate is between £18-25 per hour.

The council offer a flexible working environment.

The local authority is looking for a candidate to start as soon as possible. Due to the urgent nature of the role, we are looking to speak to candidates available on no more than 2 weeks’ notice. Previous childcare legal experience is essential.

Please note our advertisements use PQE/salary levels purely as a guide. However we are happy to consider applications from all candidates who are able to demonstrate the skills necessary to fulfil the role.

At LAW Absolute we endeavour to respond to all applications within 48 hours. However due to the volume of applications we receive we may not be able to respond to every candidate individually.

If you have not heard from us within a 48 hour timeframe your application has not been successful and your details have not been retained. LAW Absolute acts as an employment business for temporary recruitment and as an employment agency for fixed term contract and permanent recruitment.