Solicitor: Children’s Safeguarding

Job Introduction

APPLICANTS MUST BE QUALIFIED SOLICITORS WITH PRACTICING RIGHTS IN THE UK. The Lexcel-accredited Legal Team provides legal advice, assistance and support to Council officers, elected members and external clients at all levels. With a supportive and positive working culture, Telford & Wrekin Council can offer you this exciting one‑year fixed term contract to protect some of our most vulnerable residents.

The Safeguarding team has a hybrid working pattern, with an expectation of two days based in the office in Telford (currently Wednesdays and Thursdays). Applicants are required to be qualified as solicitors with a valid practising certificate.

What We Offer

• Competitive salaries and a fantastic leave package — starting at 24 days, rising to 32 days with service, plus 8 bank holidays and an extra concessionary day.
• Flexible working & career progression
• Local Government Pension Scheme
• Staff discounts & salary sacrifice perks
• Free parking & confidential wellbeing support
• Hybrid working model – whether you’re in the office or working from home, we support a balance that fits your personal and family commitments.

Please note: We do not hold a sponsorship licence for visas.

Attached Documents

• 1137 Children’s Safeguarding Solicitor (1).docx

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