Locum ASC and Education Lawyer

Locum Adult Social Care and Education Lawyer - North West Local Authority

Contract: 3 months with the view to extend

Rate: Negotiable

Responsibilities:

• Undertake the provision of legal advice, guidance and support on behalf of the Council (and its schools) in relation to Adult Social Care and Education matters.
• Undertake all preparations in relation to Advocacy including preparation of bundles, skeleton arguments and statements ensuring full compliance with legislation and guidance.
• Contribute to and ensure compliance with strategies and policies relating to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults.
• Provide occasional supervision to Senior Legal Assistants, Legal Assistants, Trainee Solicitors, Legal Apprentices and other junior members of staff as and when required.