Childcare Solicitor

Vivid Resourcing Ltd • Temporary • Stourbridge, West Midlands, England, United Kingdom • £55 - £60 / hour • 5d ago

Childcare Solicitor - West Midlands

Hours

Full-time, 37 hours per week
12-month fixed term contract, start date ASAP

The role of Childcare Solicitor:

Manage a caseload of public law childcare matters, including Section 31 care proceedings
Provide clear, practical legal advice to internal stakeholders including social workers and senior officers
Prepare and present cases at court, including advocacy where required
Attend court hearings in person across the region
Ensure compliance with current legislation, case law, and local authority procedures

The ideal Childcare Solicitor:

Qualified Solicitor (SRA) or Chartered Legal Executive (CILEX)
Proven experience handling Section 31 care proceedings
Strong advocacy and case management skills
Ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment
Willingness and ability to travel on-site for court attendance

Working with a local authority in the West Midlands on a busy childcare caseload.

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