Summary: The role of Childcare Lawyer involves joining a busy team within a Council in South London on a fixed-term contract for 12 months, with the possibility of extension or permanence. The position requires the successful candidate to manage a caseload of care proceedings and pre-proceedings while working on a hybrid basis, attending the office twice a week. Advocacy is not a requirement, but candidates with advocacy experience are encouraged to participate in court. The role is open to applicants from both public and private sectors with relevant childcare experience.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage a caseload of care proceedings and pre-proceedings (PLO).
• Work on a hybrid basis, attending the office in South London twice a week.
• Assist with an increased workload in a busy team environment.
• Encourage participation in court for those with advocacy experience.

Key Skills:

• Relevant public childcare experience.
• Ability to manage a caseload effectively.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Experience in both public and private sector childcare law is advantageous.

Salary (Rate): 55620

City: London

Country: United Kingdom

Working Arrangements: hybrid

IR35 Status: fixed-term

Seniority Level: Mid-Level

Industry: Legal