Service Care Solutions are currently working alongside a Local Authority based in Derbyshire to recruit an experienced Adult Social Care Lawyer to join their Legal Services team on an initial 3-month contract , with the potential for extension. This is an excellent opportunity for a qualified legal professional with strong experience in Adult Social Care and Community Care Law to join a supportive Local Authority legal team. The successful candidate will provide specialist legal advice on a varied and complex caseload while working closely with Adult Social Care professionals.
Contract
Initial 3-month contract, with potential for extension
Location
Derbyshire / Hybrid Working
Rate
£55–£60 per hour Umbrella , depending on experience
PAYE Rate (including holiday pay)
£48.89–£53.34 per hour
Key Responsibilities as an Adult Social Care Lawyer
- Delivering expert legal guidance to Adult Social Care teams on a wide range of complex legal issues.
- Handling a diverse caseload covering Adult Social Care, Community Care and Court of Protection work .
- Interpreting and applying the Care Act 2014 and relevant legislation to support lawful decision-making.
- Advising on matters under the Mental Capacity Act 2005 , including capacity, best-interest decisions and deprivation of liberty.
- Supporting social care teams with safeguarding concerns and providing advice on sensitive and complex cases.
About You as an Adult Social Care Lawyer
- Professionally qualified as a Solicitor, Barrister or Chartered Legal Executive.
- Demonstrable experience in Adult Social Care, Community Care or related public sector legal work.
- Previous experience within a Local Authority legal team would be desirable.
- Good understanding of the Care Act 2014, Mental Capacity Act 2005 and relevant Adult Social Care legislation.
- Previous exposure to Court of Protection work would be beneficial.
- Strong legal research, drafting and advisory skills, with the ability to communicate complex issues clearly.
Benefits
- Weekly pay
- Hybrid working
- Flexible working
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