Child Care Solicitor
Austen Lloyd ·
Childcare Locum Solicitor Location: Warrington Rate: £60-£70 per hour, depending on experience Contract: 12-month locum contract Working Pattern: Hybrid / Remote working available CRA Consulting is delighted to be working in partnership with a Local authority based in Warrington, who are seeking an experienced Childcare Solicitor to join their legal team on a 12-month locum contract .
This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Childcare Lawyer looking for a long-term assignment within a supportive, progressive and friendly legal team. The Role Working within the Council's child safeguarding team, you will provide legal advice and support across a varied caseload of childcare matters.
The role involves significant levels of advocacy in the Family Court, making strong advocacy experience essential.
Your responsibilities will include
Providing legal advice on child safeguarding and childcare matters Undertaking advocacy in the Family Court Advising councillors and officers where required Interpreting legislation and providing practical, common-sense legal advice Managing a varied caseload effectively Working closely with social workers, officers and other professionals Ensuring the Council's legal responsibilities are properly considered Supporting the wider legal team with high-quality legal advice About You To be considered for this opportunity, you will have: Previous experience as a Childcare Solicitor, ideally within a Local Authority Strong knowledge of child safeguarding and public law Significant Family Court advocacy experience - essential Excellent communication and interpersonal skills Strong team-working abilities The ability to interpret legislation and apply it in a practical manner A proactive, pragmatic and client-focused approach What's on Offer £60-£70 per hour 12-month locum contract Hybrid and remote working available Occasional attendance at the Warrington office preferred Supportive and friendly legal team Flexible working arrangements Opportunity to work within a progressive Local Authority If you're an experienced Childcare Solicitor with strong Family Court advocacy experience and are interested in a 12-month locum opportunity paying up to £70 per hour , apply below or contact Umar Tawil at CRA Consulting for a confidential discussion.