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Solicitor (Children's Social Care)

Job Summary
Contract Type:
Permanent
Working Pattern:
Full time
Advert Start Date:
22/03/2023
Advert End Date:
Closed for applications on 10/04/2023 22:59
Salary:
£41,496 - £44,539 per annum
Hours per week:
37 hours per week
Job Category:
Legal
Vacancy ID:
241944
Employment Location:
Newcastle upon Tyne
Post Number:
OPS1004
Number of posts:
1
Closing date:
10 Apr
Further Information
We are looking for an enthusiastic solicitor or barrister to join our busy Children’s Social Care Legal Team.

The primary focus of the post is to run a varied caseload of care and placement proceedings but also to provide effective legal advice in respect of fostering, adoption and other general children’s social care matters. You will be expected to undertake a level of advocacy commensurate with your experience.

A working knowledge of care proceedings is necessary. Experience of working in a local authority would be advantageous; however, lawyers from private practice will also be considered as you would be working as part of an experienced and supportive team.

Apply online at www.northeastjobs.org.uk, select 'Apply Now' and complete our online application form. Before completing the form please ensure you read the supporting documents.
Please note
This job is closed for applications.