Job Description
We are currently partnering with a Local Authority in Greater Manchester, who are recruiting for a Senior Childcare Lawyer to join their team on a locum basis, for a length of 3 – 6 months minimum.
This is a full-time position with an hourly rate of circa £55 (negotiable), via an Umbrella company.
Duties will include (but are not limited to):
* Managing a caseload of Childcare legal matters, including care proceedings, PLOs and DOLs
* Representing the Council in attended hearings concerning children in the Family Court
* Providing a comprehensive legal service on all aspects of child protection work to the Children, Young People and Families Directorate and to the Council
* Briefing Counsel on behalf of the Council in the Family Court, and obtaining Counsel’s opinion on any relevant matters relating to children’s proceedings
* Advising on, negotiating and drafting legal documents to give effect to decisions of the Client Directorate and the Council
Experience required:
* Experience required within Childcare law within Local Government
Rewards and Benefits:
* Hybrid/remote working
* Flexible start/finish times
Working hours:
* 37 hours per week
* Monday – Friday, flexible start/finish times
Please note that you require recent experience to apply for this role.
James Andrews is acting as an employment agency and business in relation to this role.