Childcare Solicitor

13 Days Old

Job Description We are currently partnering with a Local Authority based in Oxfordshire, who are recruiting for a Childcare Solicitor to join their team on a 3 month locum basis, with opportunities for extension past this.
This is a full-time position with an hourly rate of £50 - £60/hour (Umbrella) and the start date is subject to notice. They are ideally looking for candidates who are able to attend court and manage their own advocacy, but they are able to consider remote options.
Duties will include (but are not limited to):
Managing a caseload of Childcare legal matters, including care proceedings, PLOs and DOLs
Representing the Council in attended hearings concerning children in the Family Court
Providing a comprehensive legal service on all aspects of child protection work to the Children, Young People and Families Directorate and to the Council
Briefing Counsel on behalf of the Council in the Family Court, and obtaining Counsel's opinion on any relevant matters relating to children's proceedings
Advising on, negotiating and drafting legal documents to give effect to decisions of the Client Directorate and the Council
Requirements:
Qualified Solicitor
Recent experience working within Childcare law for a Local Authority
Working hours:
37 hours per week
Flexible working hours...
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Location:
Slough
Job Type:
FullTime
Category:
Legal

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