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Childcare Lawyer

Job Description

Service Care Solutions are working alongside a local authority, based in Gloucestershire, which needs a Childcare Lawyer Advocate to join their team on a contractual basis. The role would require someone with strong advocacy skills and someone willing to attend court hearings.

ROLE: Childcare Lawyer Advocate

LOCATION: Gloucestershire, hybrid working - attend court once a month

RATE: £50-£60ph umbrella

CONTRACT LENGTH: 6 months ongoing

The responsibilities of the Childcare Lawyer Advocate role:

  • Represent the council's Childcare legal team and conduct its advocacy
  • Attend the local Family Courts in Gloucester and Bristol in person
  • Work and commit to a supportive team of solicitors, legal executives, other advocates and legal admin support

The Person:

  • A qualified Solicitor, Barrister or Legal Executive with 3+ years of PQE in Childcare law
  • Someone with significant Childcare Advocacy experience
  • Someone with local authority experience within a Childcare legal team

The benefits of being in the Childcare Lawyer Advocate role:

  • Weekly pay
  • Flexible working hours
  • Hybrid working

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

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