Lawyer (Social Care & Education) Location : Halton Salary: £52,718 - £55,710 per annum (this includes a Market supplement of £7,000) Hours : 37 hours. Flexible Working. Fixed term initially for 12 months Are you passionate about making a meaningful difference in the lives of children and families? The Council is seeking a Lawyer to join its newly formed Discharge from Care Team. The Role This critical role supports the councils mission to enable more children to live safe, fulfilling lives at home without the stigma of being in care. Key Responsibilities Supporting Decision-Making: Collaborate with social work teams and other professionals to identify children who could safely transition out of care. Providing Expert Advice: Attend review meetings to assess whether a care order remains necessary or if alternative support would better meet a childs needs. Legal Advocacy: Prepare and manage court applications related to the discharge of care orders and represent the council in court. Advocacy Expertise: Undertake your own advocacy work in care proceedings and discharge applications, bringing a proactive and solutions-focused approach to your practice. Collaborative Support: Assist the Group Solicitor with other legal tasks as required to support the councils objectives. Skills and Qualifications You will be a qualified Lawyer, Barrister or FCILEX/Chartered Legal Executive with a proven experience in care proceedings, with a strong preference for candidates with hands-on advocacy experience in the discharge of care orders. They are looking for someone with a thorough understanding of child protection and family law, particularly in care proceedings and statutory frameworks. You will have excellent communication, organisational, and negotiation skills to work effectively with multidisciplinary teams and stakeholders. You will have a passion for improving outcomes for children and supporting families in achieving stability and independence. About them Halton is a very unique and vibrant local authority with a rich history and heritage, with 2 iconic bridges serving 2 communities either side of the River Mersey. Based in Cheshire with excellent transport links between Liverpool and Manchester and excellent proximity to both Liverpool John Lennon and Manchester Airports. Halton has a very progressive community strategy which aims to bring about real improvements that will change lives for the better whilst focusing on the issues that will make the biggest difference in the long-term. It is an exciting time to join them to help shape their future as they develop new policies, creating a dynamic outcomes-based organisation and revolutionising the way people access services. Benefits A generous leave package of 26 days annual leave Bank Holidays (Increasing after 5 years service) Flexible working arrangements Membership to the Local Government Pension Scheme Investment in your personal development Free car parking at HBC sites Access to a range of discount schemes Access to a car leasing scheme If youre ready to make a real impact and contribute to the innovative work of the Council, theyd love to hear from you. Apply today and be part of a team dedicated to creating brighter futures for children and families in Halton. To Apply If you feel you are a suitable candidate and would like to work for this reputable Council, please click apply to be redirected to their website to complete your application.