Service Care Solutions is working alongside a growing local authority, based inBerkshire, which is seeking aPrincipal Childcare Solicitorto join their team and provide critical support to the Strategic Lead for Children’s Law. If you have a passion for child law and excellent leadership skills, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity.

ROLE:Principal Childcare Solicitor
UMBRELLA RATE:£55-£60ph
PAYE Inc. (Hol) RATE:£48.41 - £52.76ph
CONTRACT LENGTH:3 months ongoing
LOCATION: Berkshire – hybrid

Key responsibilities involved with the Principal Childcare Solicitor role:

• Supervising a dedicated team of child protection lawyers.
• Managing a caseload of child protection cases including care proceedings, DOLS, inherent jurisdiction, EPOs.
• Advising and representing Children’s Services including attending a weekly legal surgery.
• Advising strategy and procedure relating to Child Care issues.

• A qualified solicitor, barrister or legal executive with 5+ years of PQE in childcare law.
• Strong technical knowledge of child care law, including care proceedings, DOLS, inherent jurisdiction, and EPOs.
• Strong leadership and management skills, with the ability to supervise and mentor a team of lawyers.

• Weekly pay – the rate offered will depend on experience and interview performance.
• Hybrid working.
• Flexible hours.