Locations: Doncaster, Bradford or Sheffield
Hybrid Working: Office and remote flexibility
Experience: Minimum 3 years’ PQE in public law childcare matters
Salary: Competitive + excellent benefits
A respected and expanding law firm is looking to recruit an experienced Childcare Solicitor to join its highly regarded public law children team. This is a fantastic opportunity for a dedicated solicitor to work on complex, meaningful cases while benefiting from hybrid working and strong professional support.
Key Responsibilities:
* Managing your own caseload of public law children matters including care and supervision proceedings
* Representing parents, guardians, and children
* Attending court hearings and advocating where appropriate
* Working closely with social workers, experts and external agencies
* Ensuring compliance with Legal Aid Agency requirements and quality standards
* Supervising junior team members where required (depending on experience)
Requirements:
* A qualified solicitor with at least 3 years’ PQE in childcare/public law proceedings
* Strong knowledge of care and related children’s legislation
* LAA Supervisor status is preferable but not essential.
* Strong advocacy skills
* Ideally, Children Panel Accreditation (or working towards it)
* Excellent client care and communication skills
* Able to work independently and as part of a supportive, multi-office team
What’s on Offer:
* Flexible hybrid working
* Annual bonus scheme
* Competitive salary based on experience
* 31 days holiday including bank holidays (rising with service, up to 36 days)
* Holiday purchase scheme
* Healthcare cash plan
* Enhanced maternity and paternity pay
* Life insurance and critical illness cover
* Ongoing training and career development
* Friendly, collaborative team culture
This is a brilliant opportunity for a childcare solicitor who wants to be part of a supportive team doing important and rewarding work — with real flexibility and long-term potential.
Apply now with your CV to Claire Cox at Bailey Hunter Ltd (Legal Recruitment Agency) on: clairecox@baileyhunter.comfor a confidential discussion or via the website: www.baileyhunter.com