Salary:£56,674 - £59,059 (Inclusive of 15% market supplement)
Remember to check your CV before applying Also, ensure you read through all the requirements related to this role.
Hours per week:37 hours
Interview date:To be confirmed after shortlisting
Legal Services - Shaping the Future of Our Community
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 workand 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, and 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, and inter-agency disputes.
Although your designated workplace will be ourmain officeat County Hall in Trowbridge, we embrace hybrid work arrangements that offer flexibility andmaintainproductivity, 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.
This position comes with a 15% market supplement payment. xsngvjr All market supplement payments are subject to review on an annual basis.