Service Care Solutions Ltd

Childcare Solicitor

Service Care Solutions are working alongside an advised local authority, based in Greater Manchester, which needs a Childcare Solicitor to join its team.

The role would require someone with strong advocacy skills and someone willing to attend Family court hearings in Manchester.


ROLE: Childcare Solicitor


LOCATION: Oldham Council/Hybrid


Rate: £45 - £50 an hour Umbrella


Contract Length: 6 Months ongoing


Responsibilities:



  • Handle complex caseloads from start to completion in childcare law.

  • Provide advocacy at all levels of family courts, legal advice, and responsive legal services to clients in respect of childcare law and other aspects of law in relation to children

  • Represent Children Services in accordance with instructions in private and public law proceedings

  • Provide advice on the law and practice in relation to child protection, adoption, human rights, and any related proceedings involving vulnerable children


About you:



  • A qualified Solicitor, Legal Executive or Barrister with a minimum of 5 years PQE

  • Experience of dealing with care proceedings within a local authority would be essential for this position.

  • Good communication skills verbal and in-person.


If this Childcare Solicitor role sounds like an opportunity that is right for you or someone you know, then don't hesitate to get in touch with Aanisah Khan via email, Aanisah.Khan@servicecare.org.uk, or via phone at 01772208969.


We also welcome referrals for this position, where a successful recommendation would be worth £250.




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