Childcare Solicitor

Triumph Consultants Ltd; Newcastle upon Tyne; On-site; GBP 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job description

Interim Childcare Solicitor

Reference no: Newcastle 6155915359603

Pay Rate: £42.90 per hour PAYE

Working Hours: 37 Monday – Friday, normal working hours

Assignment Duration: 2-3 months

City: Newcastle

As a Childcare Solicitor, you will play a vital role in the protection and safeguarding of vulnerable children by providing high-quality legal advice and representation to the Council. You’ll handle a caseload of public law childcare matters, advise social care teams, and represent the Council in Family Court proceedings, ensuring legal compliance and positive outcomes for children and families.

Key duties:

1. Handle a full caseload of public law childcare matters, from issuing care proceedings to completion.
2. Offer clear legal advice to social workers and other professionals on all aspects of child protection and family law.
3. Prepare all necessary legal documentation, such as court applications, case summaries, and witness statements.
4. Attend and represent the Council at family court hearings, including undertaking advocacy and liaising with counsel.
5. Monitor compliance with relevant laws, court directions, and procedural requirements to support timely case progression.

Key requirements:

1. Qualified Solicitor, Barrister, or Chartered Legal Executive with a valid practising certificate
2. Strong understanding of legislation such as the Children Act 1989 and related statutory frameworks
3. Substantial experience in public law childcare work, including case management and advocacy
4. Excellent legal drafting, communication, and negotiation skills
5. Ability to manage competing deadlines in a high-pressure legal environment
6. Confident in court settings and capable of handling hearings independently
7. Proficient in case management systems and legal research tools

Desirable:

1. Understanding of local government procedures and governance
2. Experience in local authority or public sector legal teams