Childcare Lawyer

£55 per hour
37 hours per week \| Monday to Friday
Predominantly Remote – Court Attendance Twice Per Week
Temporary Contract: 1 September – 1 December 2026
2 Positions Available
Potential Permanent Opportunities

We are recruiting for two experienced Childcare Lawyers to join a busy legal team on an initial three-month contract.
The roles are predominantly remote, although successful candidates must be able to attend court approximately twice per week. There is also the potential for the positions to become permanent for the right candidates.

## The Role

You will manage a varied childcare law caseload and provide high-quality legal advice and representation in relation to children and family matters.
Responsibilities are likely to include:

Managing a caseload of childcare and public law matters

Advising on care proceedings and related children matters

Conducting advocacy and attending court approximately twice per week

Preparing applications, statements, evidence and court documentation

Advising clients on complex and sensitive childcare cases

Working closely with social care professionals and other stakeholders

Attending legal planning and other relevant meetings

Providing clear and practical legal advice throughout proceedings

Ensuring cases are progressed effectively and within required timescales
## About You

We are looking for experienced Childcare Lawyers who:

Have substantial experience handling childcare/public law cases
Are confident managing their own caseload
Have strong knowledge of relevant children and family law
Have experience of court advocacy
Can attend court approximately twice per week
Have excellent drafting, communication and case-management skills
Are comfortable working independently in a predominantly remote role

## Contract Details

Rate: £55 per hour
Hours: 37 hours per week across five days
Start: 1 September 2026
End: 1 December 2026
Working arrangement: Remote apart from court attendance approximately twice per week
Vacancies: 2
Potential to become permanent for the right candidates
If you're an experienced Childcare Lawyer looking for your next opportunity, please apply with your latest CV