Greater London
Legal
Locum
22-05-2026
22-05-2026
SFA-786-1088
PAYE: £42.12 per hour Limited/Umbrella: £55.29 per hour
Job Purpose
We are seeking a Locum Childcare Lawyer for cover to fill a permanent vacancy for a Local Authority.
Largely working remotely if able to access all systems and subject to level of experience.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage a full and varied caseload of care/supervision order proceedings, SAO/DOL applications, adoption and discharge/revocation proceedings, PLO and advice and Judicial Review matters as required, including giving legal advice to colleagues within the Council on the law and practice to enable the Council to discharge its functions legally and effectively.
- To represent the Council in applications before the Single Family Court instructing Counsel as required.
- To conduct all work in accordance with practice management standards laid down by the Law Society (Lexcel) and all other departmental and corporate performance standards in order to maintain a standard of excellence.
- To provide advice and support to the Council’s Partners and stakeholder.
What you will need to succeed
- A Degree in Law or equivalent.
- Public sector experience.
If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' or call us on 020 7096 2981 for further details.
This position closes today
