b Overview /b p In this role you will provide legal support to Children’s Services within Manchester City Council, serving as part of a nationally recognized public sector legal service. You will handle a varied Children Families caseload, contributing to safeguarding, information sharing, and advocacy in Family Courts. You will work closely with social workers and partner agencies to shape policy and service delivery. This opportunity combines public service impact with professional development in a collaborative, innovation-driven environment. /p b Pay / Benefits /b ul li Flexible and hybrid working /li li High-quality supervision and career development opportunities /li li Access to varied and complex advocacy work /li li Local Government Pension Scheme /li li Excellent annual leave entitlement /li li Supportive and collaborative culture /li /ul b Responsibilities /b ul li Manage a varied caseload of Children Act casework with growing autonomy /li li Advise on safeguarding responsibilities and local authority duties towards children and families /li li Oversee information sharing and disclosure matters /li li Advocate before the Family Courts on behalf of the Council /li li Collaborate with social workers, senior officers and partner agencies /li li Deliver training and legal guidance to clients and stakeholders /li li Contribute to the ongoing development of an award-winning legal service /li /ul b Key requirements /b ul li Qualified Solicitor, Barrister or CILEX Fellow (with relevant advocacy rights) /li li NQ level and above considered /li li Knowledge of children and families law /li li Understanding of local government law or willingness to develop expertise /li li Strong communication and relationship-building skills /li li Ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment /li li Commitment to public service and improving outcomes for children and families /li li Experience from private practice, local government, legal aid, or children’s panel encouraged /li /ul ul li Communication /li li Relationship-building /li li Multitasking under pressure /li li Advocacy before Family Courts /li li Knowledge of children and families law /li li Information sharing and disclosure handling /li /ul
Children & Families Lawyer Grade 8 employer: Hays
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