At a Glance
- Tasks: Conduct advocacy in public law childcare proceedings and represent the Local Authority at hearings.
- Company: Friendly Local Authority legal team in Brent, London.
- Benefits: Competitive hourly rate, flexible working arrangements, and immediate start.
- Other info: Immediate availability required; supportive team environment.
- Why this job: Focus on advocacy without managing a full caseload and make a real difference.
- Qualifications: Significant experience in Local Authority Childcare Law and strong advocacy skills.
The predicted salary is between 60 - 65 £ per hour.
A London Local Authority is seeking an experienced Childcare Advocate to join its Legal Services team on an urgent locum basis. This is an excellent opportunity for a qualified Solicitor, Barrister or Legal Executive with strong experience in public childcare proceedings who is available to start immediately.
The Role
- Conducting advocacy in public law childcare proceedings.
- Representing the Local Authority at hearings in the Family Court.
- Progressing public law cases through the court process efficiently and effectively.
- Providing high-quality legal support to Children's Services.
- This is a hearing-focused role and you will not be expected to carry a caseload.
- Where no hearings are scheduled, you will support the wider legal team through:
- Drafting legal advice and documents.
- Assisting with case preparation.
- Delivering training and guidance where required.
- Supporting other childcare legal matters as appropriate.
Candidate Requirements
- Significant experience in Local Authority Childcare Law.
- Strong advocacy skills and experience conducting public law hearings.
- A thorough understanding of safeguarding and child protection legislation.
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
- The ability to provide pragmatic, solution-focused legal advice.
- Immediate or short-notice availability.
- Must have a practicing Certificate.
What's on Offer?
- Up to 36 hours per week.
- Immediate start.
- Flexible working arrangements.
- Opportunity to focus primarily on advocacy without managing a full caseload.
- Friendly and supportive Local Authority legal team.
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