Average Childcare Solicitor salary in Leicestershire

A reputable and longstanding law firm in Tamworth that can offer hybrid working, on-site parking and genuine career progression is seeking a childcare solicitor to join its team. This is a highly expert team of childcare solicitors, dealing with a wide range of issues and regularly appearing in the high court in public and private law proceedings. It is often instructed by professional guardians to act in the most serious and complex cases. It is now seeking a childcare solicitor to handle a range of matters, to include children issues and disputes, care proceedings, adoption and surrogacy. You will handle an existing caseload of matters and must be able to work free of significant supervision. To be considered for this childcare solicitor role, you must have experience of running your own childcare matters from instruction through to completion. The Ideal Candidate Law Society Children's PanelA team playerExperience undertaking advocacyAbility to work 4 or 5 days a weekAbility to undertake complex work This is a fantastic opportunity within a reputable team! As a childcare solicitor within this firm, you will be supported and encouraged. You will have the option to work from home, flexibility with working hours and the potential to progress. To be considered or to hear more about this childcare solicitor role, please contact Rebecca Healey at G2 Legal or apply online. #INDCAT

Childcare Paralegal – Join this Expert Family Law Team! Are you a skilled Childcare Paralegal looking to work for multi-site law firm with a reputable childcare team? This team covers a large area, offering clients sensitive and expert guidance on care orders, adoption, emergency applications, and other child-related legal matters. The Role: As a childcare paralegal you will support the solicitors in managing a varied caseload, representing a diverse range of clients, including: Parents, Children, and GuardiansThe Official SolicitorGovernment agencies (such as CAFCASS)Carers of children The Team: The team prides itself on delivering the best outcomes for its clients and providing clear, compassionate, and effective legal advice. Four members of the team are Children Panel-accredited, allowing them to represent children directly in care proceedings, often attending court for complex cases. Key Requirements: The ideal candidate will have: At least 2 years’ experience in public childcare lawIT proficiency and familiarity with case management systemsHave high energyBe a self-motivated individual with a positive, entrepreneurial spiritDemonstrate tenacity and a creative approach to achieving goalsHave excellent attention to detail and client care skills On Offer: A supportive work environment with ongoing professional developmentRegular opportunities to support on high-profile casesCareer progression within a firm committed to excellence in family law Apply Today: If you’re a childcare paralegal looking for a new challenge, please contact Rebecca Healey at G2 Legal or apply online. #INDGEM

WE ARE UNABLE TO TAKE APPLICATIONS FROM PEOPLE ON SPONSORSHIP VISA OR PEOPLE REQUIRING A CHANGE OF SPONSORSHIP An exciting opportunity to work as Children’s Residential Childcare Support Worker, working with young people between the ages of 8 -18. These positions are open to experienced candidates only Working on a 3-week-rolling rota basis, based on 56.4 hours per week(sleeps included), the working pattern is 1 day on, 2 days off. Sleep shifts are included in the annual salary and payment of which is guaranteed when on annual leave. A family-run residential childcare provider offers a variety of residential placements to young people between the ages of 8 - 18 and who may display emotional and challenging behaviours. The young people placed within our services have often experienced significant adversity and trauma in their young lives and may no longer be able to reside within their familial/foster home. They aim to create a safe and sustainable nurturing environment for our young people and a developmental and rewarding workplace for our care team. We ensure our team(s) adhere to Ofsted standards and guidelines referencing the Children’s Act and Children’s Care Standards, Ofsted is the looked-after children’s regulatory body. We are looking for someone with a passion for working with young people and wanting to make a difference in their lives. In return, we can provide opportunities for personal and professional development and progression within the company, as well as training and access to CPD. You will be a positive role model for the young people and encourage them to develop meaningful relationships and attachments, contributing to their development, and enabling them to reach their full potential. You may be completing your Level 3 Diploma in Children’s and Young People or have experience in childcare or youth settings at a Residential Childcare Support Worker level and an understanding of the challenges young people and carers face within a residential care setting. A Full UK driving licence is required. Job Types: Full-time, Permanent Pay: £33,551.23 per year Benefits: Casual dressCompany eventsCompany pensionDiscounted or free foodEmployee discountFree ParkingHealth & wellbeing programmeOn-site parkingStore discountSchedule: Day shiftNight shiftOvertimeWeekend availabilityExperience: Residential Children's Care: 1 year (required)Licence/Certification: Level 3 or 4 Children, Young People residential/workforce required or working towards Work Location: In person