At a Glance
- Tasks: Manage public law childcare cases and provide legal support to Children's Social Care.
- Company: London Borough Council, a supportive and dynamic workplace.
- Benefits: Competitive pay, flexible hours, and potential for contract extension.
- Other info: Opportunity for professional growth and networking in a vital sector.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in children's lives while advancing your legal career.
- Qualifications: Qualified Solicitor, Barrister or CILEX Lawyer with childcare law experience.
The predicted salary is between 60 - 60 £ per hour.
Location: London Borough Council, Central London.
Rate: £50‑£60ph umbrella / £53.28ph PAYE inc. holiday pay / £47.54ph PAYE exc. holiday pay
Contract: 36 per week, 3 months with possibility of extension. Please note that this role would require office attendance 1 day per week.
Responsibilities:
- Manage a caseload of public law childcare proceedings, including care applications, PLO matters, adoption, special guardianship and other child protection cases.
- Provide legal advice and support to Children's Social Care, including attendance at Legal Planning Meetings (LPMs) and safeguarding panels.
- Conduct case management from instruction through to conclusion, ensuring compliance with Lexcel standards and internal service requirements.
Qualifications:
- Qualified Solicitor, Barrister or CILEX Lawyer with a current practising certificate and rights of audience/conduct of litigation.
- Minimum 2 years' local authority childcare law experience, with strong knowledge of care proceedings, DOLS, secure accommodation applications, adoption, discharge applications, disclosure and redaction work.
- Confident managing a busy caseload independently; advocacy experience is advantageous but not essential.
Contact:
Contact Lloyd Stanley on 01772 208969 or email Lloyd.stanley@servicecare.org.uk. We also welcome referrals for this position, where a successful recommendation would be worth £200.
Childcare Lawyer employer: Service Care Solutions Ltd
As a Childcare Lawyer with the London Borough Council, you will be part of a supportive and dynamic work environment that prioritises the welfare of children and families. The council offers competitive pay rates, flexible working arrangements, and opportunities for professional development, ensuring that you can grow your legal expertise while making a meaningful impact in the community. With a commitment to collaboration and excellence, this role provides a unique chance to contribute to vital public law childcare proceedings in the heart of Central London.
Contact Details:
Service Care Solutions Ltd Recruitment Team
