We are currently partnering with a Local Authority based in Oxfordshire, who are recruiting for a Childcare Solicitor to join their team on a 3 month locum basis, with opportunities for extension past this.Do you have the skills to fill this role Read the complete details below, and make your application today.This is a full-time position with an hourly rate of 50- 60/hour (umbrella) and the start date is subject to notice.Office/court presence in Oxfordshire will be required at least one day per week Duties will include (but are not limited to): Managing a caseload of Childcare legal matters, including care proceedings, PLOs and DOLs Representing the Council in attended hearings concerning children in the Family Court Providing a comprehensive legal service on all aspects of child protection work to the Children, Young People and Families Directorate and to the Council Briefing Counsel on behalf of the Council in the Family Court, and obtaining Counsels opinion on any relevant matters relating to childrens proceedings Advising on, negotiating and drafting legal documents to give effect to decisions of the Client Directorate and the Council Requirements: Qualified Solicitor Recent experience working within Childcare law for a Local Authority Rewards and Benefits: Hybrid working Flexible working days Working hours: 37 hours per week Flexible working hours Please note that you require recent experience to apply for this role.James Andrews is acting as an employment agency and business in relation to this role.At James Andrews Recruitment Solutions we try to respond to all applications personally, however, due to the high volume of applications this is not always possible.If you have not heard back from us within 72 hours, please assume that your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion.Dont forget our recommendation scheme: Recommend a friend or colleague to us and receive up to 100 each once they have completed 20 days in a role via James Andrews! Terms and conditions apply, contact us for details.
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Childcare Solicitor