Solicitor (Adult Social Care and Education)
PAY SCALE: Grade and SCP: Band 13, SCP 45-49
£48,710- £52,805
CONTRACT: PERMANENT - 32 hours
LOCATION: Hybrid / Shropshire Council Head Office in Shrewsbury
CLOSING DATE: 26 August 2025
Our vision is - Shropshire living the best life.
Shropshire Council is a unitary authority which serves the rural county of Shropshire. One of the most important things about working here is the knowledge that you're working to help others and the real sense of achievement and purpose that brings.
The people of Shropshire are rightly proud of their county's assets, its natural beauty, its history, its diverse economy, its vibrant culture.
About the role
We have an exciting opportunity within Legal, Governance & Planning for a permanent role for a lawyer who specialises in or wishes to develop a career in Adult Social Care and Education legal work. We are recruiting a solicitor, barrister, or FILEX to join our busy, friendly, and motivated Adult Social Care legal team.
The main purpose of the role is to provide legal advice and representation to Adult Social Care and advise on duties under the Care Act 2014, COP, Mental Capacity Act 2005, Ordinary Residence, and Direct Payments. Knowledge of Education and SEND law is desirable.
The successful candidate will manage their own caseload and conduct advocacy when required.
12 months post-qualification experience in Adult Social Care law is desirable. The candidate must demonstrate the ability to work as part of a team, think quickly, and have excellent communication skills.
About you
The successful applicant will handle a broad caseload of Adult Social Care legal work, both within and outside the court arena. They should be an excellent communicator, capable of working independently and as part of a team, with strong client care skills. Managing a full caseload and prioritising conflicting deadlines are essential.
Knowledge of Education and SEND law is desirable.
This role involves occasional office work with a requirement to be physically present in Shropshire for a few days each month. The role also involves travel to meetings within the county and to court centres across the West Midlands and occasionally beyond.
Benefits
We value our employees and offer staff rewards and opportunities for development, including:
* Generous annual leave starting at 28 days, increasing to 33 days with service (pro-rata for part-time), plus an additional leave purchase policy.
* Access to a benefits platform with retail discounts and salary sacrifice schemes (cars, bikes, AVCs).
* Employer contribution to the Shropshire County Pension Scheme.
* Supportive policies for carers and parents (maternity, paternity, adoption, and special leave).
* Flexible and agile working opportunities, with a hybrid working model.
* Access to counselling and occupational health services.
How to apply
For an informal discussion, please contact Rhian Cains, Legal Team Manager - People, at 01743 252742 or Rhian.cains@shropshire.gov.uk, or Miranda Garrard, Head of Legal and Democratic Services, at 01743 252751 or miranda.garrard@shropshire.gov.uk.
When ready to apply, complete the online application form, outlining what you bring to the role and how you meet the job requirements as specified in the person specification. We look forward to hearing from you!
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