Care Solicitor
- Make a real difference for families and children
- Flexible working, birthday leave and life admin days
- Supportive team during an exciting period of growth
This is a fantastic opportunity for a NQ-3 PQE Care Solicitor to join a busy and expanding childcare law team in Barnsley.
The role is ideal for someone with a genuine passion for public childcare law who wants to build their career in a supportive, forward-thinking environment. You’ll work on meaningful cases representing parents and children in care proceedings, helping families navigate some of the most challenging moments in their lives.
The team is growing and offers a collaborative culture where your expertise will be valued and your development actively supported.
Who we’re looking for
- Solicitor with NQ–3 years PQE in childcare/care proceedings
- Experience representing parents and families in public law proceedings
- Advocacy experience or willingness to develop advocacy skills
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Excellent client care and interpersonal skills
- Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment
- Self-motivated, organised and able to manage deadlines
- Knowledge of legal aid eligibility and charging structures (Desired)
What you’ll be doing
- Representing parents and children in public law care proceedings
- Managing your own caseload of childcare matters
- Attending court hearings and undertaking advocacy where required
- Drafting legal documents and preparing cases for hearings
- Providing high standards of client care and maintaining strong relationships with clients and external organisations
- Working collaboratively with colleagues across the firm
- Supporting the development of the care team and contributing to marketing and business development activity
Salary & Benefits
- Competitive salary depending on experience
- Hybrid working available after initial training period
- 25 days annual leave + bank holidays
- Birthday day off
- Health scheme benefits
- Potential for bonuses
- Pension scheme
- Christmas social events
- Supportive culture focused on wellbeing and development
The firm believes that work should offer more than just a salary. The culture focuses on providing a holistic experience that supports both personal wellbeing and professional development, ensuring employees feel valued and respected.
If you’re passionate about childcare law and want to grow your career in a firm that genuinely values its people, this is an excellent opportunity in Barnsley.
Contact Lucy Wickham
📩 lucy.wickham@realmrecruit.com
📞 03300 245 606
Lucy specialises in family and care law recruitment across Yorkshire and can offer a confidential discussion about how this opportunity compares with others in the region.
Key details
Salary
£0 - £0
Location
- South Yorkshire
Role type
- Hybrid working
Contract type
- Permanent
Practice area
Family
Job ref
V-61841
Specialist for family and care lawyers in Yorkshire.
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