Childcare Solicitor

Childcare Family Solicitor – London (Hybrid Working)

A well-established and highly regarded London law firm is looking to recruit an experienced Childcare Family Solicitor to join its busy and supportive family team.

This is an excellent opportunity for a solicitor who is passionate about public law children work and is looking for long-term progression within a firm that genuinely values work-life balance.

The Role

• Handling a varied caseload of public law childcare matters, including care proceedings, supervision orders, and pre-proceedings work
• Representing parents, guardians, and other parties in complex child protection cases
• Managing files autonomously while working closely with an experienced and collaborative team
• Attending court hearings and liaising with local authorities, counsel, and other professionals

The Ideal Candidate

• Qualified Solicitor (or Legal Executive) with experience in childcare/public law family work
• Confident running your own caseload with minimal supervision
• Strong advocacy and client-care skills
• Legal Aid experience is essential
• Children Panel membership is desirable but not essential

What’s on Offer

• Hybrid working (a genuine mix of office and home working)
• Competitive base salary, dependent on experience
• Attractive bonus scheme linked to performance
• Supportive management and realistic caseloads
• Clear progression opportunities within a stable, growing firm

This firm has an excellent reputation for its family and childcare work and offers a positive, flexible working culture rarely found in this area of law.

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