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Service Care Solutions
Location:
reading, United Kingdom
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Posted:
26.08.2025
Expiry Date:
10.10.2025
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Job Description:
Service Care Solutions is working alongside a growing local authority, based in Berkshire, which is seeking a Principal Childcare Solicitor to 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.
CONTRACT LENGTH: 3 months ongoing
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.
Benefits included with the Principal Childcare Solicitor position:
* Weekly pay – the rate offered will depend on experience and interview performance.
* Flexible hours.
We also welcome referrals for this position, where a successful recommendation would be worth £250.
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