Childcare Lawyer

LAW Absolute is recruiting on behalf of a Local Authority based in Sheffield for a Locum Childcare Lawyer on a temporary basis, to cover the role pending permanent recruitment. You will provide advice and representation on all aspects of childcare law, conducting advocacy before the courts and tribunals as necessary. The council is looking for a locum childcare lawyer with previous local government experience. To apply you will be: An England and Wales qualified solicitor, barrister, or CILEX lawyer Able to demonstrate previous experience within childcare law from a local government environment Able to attend the office and/or court in the Sheffield area as necessary on a hybrid-working basis Available on no more than a 4-week notice period The salary for this role will be £40-£50/hour umbrella, depending on experience. Please note our advertisements use PQE/salary levels purely as a guide. However we are happy to consider applications from all candidates who are able to demonstrate the skills necessary to fulfil the role. At LAW Absolute we endeavour to respond to all applications within 48 hours. However due to the volume of applications we receive we may not be able to respond to every candidate individually. If you have not heard from us within a 48 hour timeframe your application has not been successful and your details have not been retained. LAW Absolute acts as an employment business for temporary recruitment and as an employment agency for fixed term contract and permanent recruitment.

Location: Sheffield, South Yorkshire, GB

Posted Date: 9/8/2025