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Childcare Paralegal

Job Description

Service Care Legal are currently recruiting on behalf of a local authority based in London, who are seeking a Childcare Paralegal to join their team. Due to increased workloads, this would suit someone who is able to hit the ground running.

ROLE: Childcare Paralegal
LOCATION: East London
RATE: £16.00 to £18.00 per hour umbrella
CONTRACT: 3 month contract ongoing, 36 hours per week

Please note that this role would require office attendance 2 days per week.

The Role of the Childcare Paralegal

  • To assist a team of Childcare Lawyers in progressing matters through to completion
  • Help prepare and update bundles to liaise with clients on a variety of matters
  • Drafting documents such as Part 25 Applications, letters before proceedings, briefs to counsel, and letters of instruction to experts

The Person

  • At least 6 months' worth of Childcare Law experience, preferably within a local authority
  • Previous experience in dealing with public childcare law is essential
  • Someone how is able to cope with distressing matters
  • Someone who can hit the ground running on the caseloads
  • Someone who is able to manage their own caseloads and work well within a team

If this Childcare Paralegal opportunity sounds like an opportunity of interest, please feel free to reach out to Lloyd Stanley on 01772 208969, or email Lloyd.stanley@servicecare.org.uk. We also welcome referrals for this position, where a successful recommendation would be worth £250.