At a Glance
- Tasks: Advise on adult social care matters and participate in court proceedings.
- Company: Join the supportive team at Wiltshire Council, dedicated to making a difference.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, hybrid working, and continuous professional development opportunities.
- Other info: Embrace a culture of inclusion and respect in a friendly workplace.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in adult social care while enjoying a flexible work environment.
- Qualifications: Experience as an Adult Social Care Solicitor and strong advisory skills.
The predicted salary is between 56674 - 59059 £ per year.
Salary: £56,674 - £59,059 (Inclusive of 15% market supplement)
Hours per week: 37 hours
Interview date: To be confirmed after shortlisting
Are you an experienced Adult Social Care Solicitor looking for a change? Join the dedicated, close-knit team at Wiltshire Council as an Adult Social Care Solicitor where your contribution will be truly valued. Collaborate with friendly and experienced lawyers who handle Adult Care work and open the door to continuous development through invaluable learning opportunities within our team.
In this role, you will:
- Advise on court applications related to disputed capacity and best interest decisions
- Participate in Court of Protection proceedings (both remotely and in-person)
- Handle applications concerning the Displacement/Appointment of nearest relatives
- Advise on policies and discrete issues
- Contribute to training initiatives as needed
Your responsibilities will cover a wide spectrum of adult care matters, including:
- Ordinary residence disputes
- Safeguarding and care management resolutions
- Challenges to community care decisions
- Complaints and public law challenges
- Inter-agency disputes
Although your designated workplace will be our main office at County Hall in Trowbridge, we embrace hybrid work arrangements that offer flexibility and maintain productivity, ensuring the right equilibrium for you and the service. Regular office attendance is expected, and there may be occasions where you need to attend court in person.
Why us? Wiltshire Council is a friendly, welcoming place to work, with a 'One Council' ethos. Our hybrid working model means office staff are on site for at least half their hours, community-based staff carry out at least half their admin time in a workplace, and customer-facing roles work entirely from their service location. We are committed to creating a workplace where positive relationships thrive and everyone feels engaged, supported and able to do their best. We do not tolerate discrimination, bullying or harassment. Everyone is expected to promote a culture of inclusion, dignity, trust and respect, guided by our vision and Our Identity.
Please download and read the role description and person specification carefully before you apply. For more details, contact Eileen Connolly, Principal Solicitor, or call 01225 718371. Please ensure to regularly check your spam or junk folder for any communication from us regarding the status of your application.
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Adult Social Care Solicitor employer: Wiltshire
At Wiltshire Council, we pride ourselves on being a supportive and inclusive employer, where your expertise as an Adult Social Care Solicitor will be highly valued within our close-knit team. With a commitment to continuous professional development, flexible hybrid working arrangements, and a strong focus on fostering positive relationships, we create an environment where you can thrive both personally and professionally while making a meaningful impact in the community.
