Childcare solicitor (interim)

Job Description

LAW Absolute is recruiting on behalf of a Local Authority based in the North-East of England for a Locum Childcare Solicitor on a temporary/interim basis, starting as soon as possible and lasting until April 2026 in the first instance.


You will manage a caseload of childcare/child protection legal proceedings, and you will conduct advocacy in court when necessary, in person in Middlesbrough.


The council is looking for a locum childcare lawyer with previous local government experience.


To apply you will be:

* An England and Wales qualified solicitor or CILEX lawyer
* Able to demonstrate previous experience within childcare law from a local government environment
* Able to attend court and conduct advocacy in person in Middlesbrough as necessary
* Available on no more than a 4-week notice period


The salary for this role will be £50-£60/hour umbrella, depending on experience.


For more information and/or to apply, please begin by sending your CV to Louise at LAW Absolute: lhull@lawabsolute.com


Please note our advertisements use PQE/salary levels purely as a guide. However we are happy to consider applications from all candidates who are able to demonstrate the skills necessary to fulfil the role.