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Salary: 44,000 - 58,000 DOEBelow, you will find a complete breakdown of everything required of potential candidates, as well as how to apply Good luck.Contract Type: PermanentWorking Arrangement: Hybrid (Minimum 2 Days Office Attendance Per Week)A fantastic opportunity has arisen for an experienced Childcare Lawyer to join a well-established public sector legal team. This role focuses on providing high-quality legal advice on public law childrens matters, including care and adoption proceedings, ensuring compliance with statutory duties and protecting the best interests of clients.Key Responsibilities:Advise on and conduct proceedings relating to the care and protection of children and young people.Represent the organisation in courts and tribunals, including undertaking advocacy where required.Provide expert legal advice on child protection, public law outline (PLO), care proceedings, and adoption matters.Support clients in negotiations, judicial reviews, and safeguarding issues.Develop and deliver legal training to key stakeholders, enhancing awareness of childrens social care law.Contribute to policy development and legal strategy, supporting best practices within the organisation.About You:Qualified Solicitor, Barrister, or Chartered Legal Executive with experience in public law childrens matters.Strong knowledge of childcare law, care and adoption proceedings, and local government legal frameworks.Ability to handle a complex and sensitive caseload while delivering timely and effective legal support.Advocacy experience is desirable, with the ability to represent clients in courts and tribunals.Strong communication skills, with experience advising and supporting professionals in childrens social care.Benefits:Competitive salary with structured progression.Hybrid working model with minimum two days per week in the office.Exposure to high-profile and rewarding public sector legal work.Professional development opportunities, including training and leadership experience.This is a fantastic opportunity for a passionate and driven childcare lawyer looking to develop their career within a respected public sector legal team.