Childcare Lawyer Solicitor
| Dyddiad hysbysebu: | 24 Ebrill 2025 |
|---|---|
| Cyflog: | £37,035 i £49,764 bob blwyddyn |
| Oriau: | Llawn Amser |
| Dyddiad cau: | 06 Mai 2025 |
| Lleoliad: | North Yorks, Yorkshire And The Humber |
| Gweithio o bell: | Hybrid - gweithio o bell hyd at 4 ddiwrnod yr wythnos |
| Cwmni: | North Yorkshire Council |
| Math o swydd: | Parhaol |
| Cyfeirnod swydd: |
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Childcare Lawyer/Solicitor
Location: Flexible hybrid opportunities, working from home and our County Hall office, Northallerton/locality office if required
Salary: £37,035 - £49,764 per annum
Grade: JK and M
Contract Type: Permanent (Established Full-Time)
Join a Leading Legal Team in North Yorkshire!
An exciting opportunity has arisen to become a valued member of the Legal and Democratic Services team at North Yorkshire County Council. If you’re a passionate and qualified Solicitor or Barrister with a background in children’s law, we want to hear from you!
About Us
The Legal Service is part of Legal and Democratic Services (LDS) within the Chief Executive’s Group. As part of our team, you will play a pivotal role in supporting the wide range of services provided to the County of North Yorkshire. Our mission is to deliver comprehensive, high-quality legal services to Directorates, the Council’s Executive, full Council, Committees, Members, and external clients.
The Role
As a Childcare Lawyer/Solicitor, you’ll provide essential legal advice and representation in cases involving Children and Young People Services. Your expertise will be needed in care proceedings, pre-proceedings matters, and responding to complex legal queries related to children’s issues.
Key responsibilities include:
Providing expert advice and representation in care proceedings and family law matters
Managing legal queries from the Children and Young People Services Directorate
Conducting research to address more complex legal issues affecting operational matters
Collaborating with the legal team to ensure compliance with Law Society Professional Standards and Lexcel accreditation
Contributing to the overall success of First North Law, NYC’s wholly owned company, in generating external income and delivering high-quality legal services
This role requires a practising certificate and a strong desire to contribute to the legal needs of vulnerable children and families.
What We’re Looking For:
A practising certificate
Experience in children’s law, including care proceedings and family law matters
Strong research and legal analysis skills
The ability to provide clear legal advice on complex issues
A collaborative mindset with the ability to work well in a team environment
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
What We Offer You
A supportive, professional team environment where you’ll grow your career.
Flexibility: We offer hybrid working with the option to work from home and flexible hours, helping you achieve a healthy work-life balance.
Training & Development: We’re committed to your growth, offering continuous learning, career progression opportunities, and financial support for additional qualifications.
Generous Leave Entitlement: We recognise the importance of family time and well-being, offering generous leave and additional benefits like paid volunteering leave.
Comprehensive Pension Scheme: Enjoy the security of a robust pension plan designed for your future.
Other Benefits: Take advantage of our employee benefits scheme which includes discounts on shopping, home tech, green car schemes, and more!
Contact us
If you are passionate about working within the public sector and making a meaningful impact on the lives of children and families in North Yorkshire, we would love to hear from you, please contact Claire Bryant, Senior Solicitor Lawyer Childcare on Claire.Bryant@northyorks.gov.uk or 07814754120.
Take the next step in your legal career with North Yorkshire County Council, where your expertise will make a real difference to the lives of children and families across the county.
Key Dates
Closing Date: Tuesday 6th May 2025
Interview Date: TBC
NYC are committed to directly recruiting staff and will not accept applications nor services from agency suppliers in respect of our vacancies.
We are committed to meeting the needs of our diverse community and aim to have a workforce reflecting this diversity. We are also committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults. We expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
North Yorkshire Council (NYC) advertise vacancies on behalf of schools and external organisations (third parties) in North Yorkshire. NYC are not responsible for the recruitment/employment practices of third parties and accept no liability in relation to the vacancy and any subsequent recruitment/employment processes. Enquiries regarding the vacancy or practices should be made directly with the third party.
North Yorkshire Councils’ purpose is to deliver services and facilities to the diverse residents and visitors of North Yorkshire. To ensure we deliver inclusive services we strive to have a diverse workforce where everybody can be themselves by respecting differences and embedding equality of opportunity. We celebrate diversity and recognise each other’s contributions; we therefore welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds.
Location: Flexible hybrid opportunities, working from home and our County Hall office, Northallerton/locality office if required
Salary: £37,035 - £49,764 per annum
Grade: JK and M
Contract Type: Permanent (Established Full-Time)
Join a Leading Legal Team in North Yorkshire!
An exciting opportunity has arisen to become a valued member of the Legal and Democratic Services team at North Yorkshire County Council. If you’re a passionate and qualified Solicitor or Barrister with a background in children’s law, we want to hear from you!
About Us
The Legal Service is part of Legal and Democratic Services (LDS) within the Chief Executive’s Group. As part of our team, you will play a pivotal role in supporting the wide range of services provided to the County of North Yorkshire. Our mission is to deliver comprehensive, high-quality legal services to Directorates, the Council’s Executive, full Council, Committees, Members, and external clients.
The Role
As a Childcare Lawyer/Solicitor, you’ll provide essential legal advice and representation in cases involving Children and Young People Services. Your expertise will be needed in care proceedings, pre-proceedings matters, and responding to complex legal queries related to children’s issues.
Key responsibilities include:
Providing expert advice and representation in care proceedings and family law matters
Managing legal queries from the Children and Young People Services Directorate
Conducting research to address more complex legal issues affecting operational matters
Collaborating with the legal team to ensure compliance with Law Society Professional Standards and Lexcel accreditation
Contributing to the overall success of First North Law, NYC’s wholly owned company, in generating external income and delivering high-quality legal services
This role requires a practising certificate and a strong desire to contribute to the legal needs of vulnerable children and families.
What We’re Looking For:
A practising certificate
Experience in children’s law, including care proceedings and family law matters
Strong research and legal analysis skills
The ability to provide clear legal advice on complex issues
A collaborative mindset with the ability to work well in a team environment
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
What We Offer You
A supportive, professional team environment where you’ll grow your career.
Flexibility: We offer hybrid working with the option to work from home and flexible hours, helping you achieve a healthy work-life balance.
Training & Development: We’re committed to your growth, offering continuous learning, career progression opportunities, and financial support for additional qualifications.
Generous Leave Entitlement: We recognise the importance of family time and well-being, offering generous leave and additional benefits like paid volunteering leave.
Comprehensive Pension Scheme: Enjoy the security of a robust pension plan designed for your future.
Other Benefits: Take advantage of our employee benefits scheme which includes discounts on shopping, home tech, green car schemes, and more!
Contact us
If you are passionate about working within the public sector and making a meaningful impact on the lives of children and families in North Yorkshire, we would love to hear from you, please contact Claire Bryant, Senior Solicitor Lawyer Childcare on Claire.Bryant@northyorks.gov.uk or 07814754120.
Take the next step in your legal career with North Yorkshire County Council, where your expertise will make a real difference to the lives of children and families across the county.
Key Dates
Closing Date: Tuesday 6th May 2025
Interview Date: TBC
NYC are committed to directly recruiting staff and will not accept applications nor services from agency suppliers in respect of our vacancies.
We are committed to meeting the needs of our diverse community and aim to have a workforce reflecting this diversity. We are also committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults. We expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
North Yorkshire Council (NYC) advertise vacancies on behalf of schools and external organisations (third parties) in North Yorkshire. NYC are not responsible for the recruitment/employment practices of third parties and accept no liability in relation to the vacancy and any subsequent recruitment/employment processes. Enquiries regarding the vacancy or practices should be made directly with the third party.
North Yorkshire Councils’ purpose is to deliver services and facilities to the diverse residents and visitors of North Yorkshire. To ensure we deliver inclusive services we strive to have a diverse workforce where everybody can be themselves by respecting differences and embedding equality of opportunity. We celebrate diversity and recognise each other’s contributions; we therefore welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds.