Childcare Solicitor

Service Care Solutions is working alongside a thriving local authority, based in Somerset, which is seeking a childcare solicitor to join their legal team; providing expert legal support in safeguarding the most vulnerable children in the community.

The council can pay a rate of �55-�60ph umbrella. The rate offered will depend on experience and interview performance. This is a three-month rolling contract and will need to operate on a hybrid basis. Ability to travel throughout Somerset and elsewhere as required.

Key Responsibilities Of The Childcare Solicitor Role:

• Personally conduct cases in Courts and Tribunals, including Public Inquiries, representing the County with professionalism and expertise.
• Provide comprehensive legal, procedural, and administrative advice to Committees and other bodies, ensuring legal accuracy in reports and proposals.
• Negotiate with Solicitors and third parties to settle disputes and agreements on the best possible terms.

About You:

• A qualified Solicitor or Barrister with 3+ experience in childcare law, ideally within the public sector.
• Strong advocacy skills, with the ability to manage cases in court independently.
• Willingness to travel across Somerset and beyond when required.

Benefits Included Wit The Childcare Solicitor Position:

• Weekly pay
• Hybrid working
• Meaningful Work: Play a key role in ensuring the safety and wellbeing of children across Somerset.

If this childcare solicitor role sounds like an opportunity of interest for you or someone you know, please feel free to reach out to Hugh Barnes on (phone number removed) , or email (url removed).

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