Job Overview
A fantastic opportunity with Bristol City Council’s Legal Service as a lawyer (BG13) within the Child Protection Team. The role involves providing legal advice, support and advocacy to the Council and Children’s Services Department across child protection matters, including pre‑proceedings, care/supervision orders, deprivation of liberty, secure accommodation, female genital mutilation protection, forced marriage protection, placement and adoption orders.
Responsibilities
- Provide legal advice, support and advocacy to the Council and Children’s Services Department.
- Manage a varied and challenging caseload of child protection legal work.
- Conduct pre‑proceeding work and applications to courts for various orders.
- Advise on risk management and take a client‑focused approach.
- Work under the direction of Team Managers and collaborate with a diverse legal and service team.
- Attend family court hearings in Bristol and team meetings at City Hall at least once a month.
Benefits
- Flexible and hybrid working arrangements subject to service requirements.
- Access to flexitime scheme.
- Membership of the Local Government Pension Scheme.
- Generous annual leave allowance.
- Continuing professional development opportunities.
- A supportive environment to contribute to Bristol’s future.
EEO Statement
Bristol City Council is a Disability Confident employer. Any applicant who considers themselves disabled and meets the essential criteria is guaranteed an interview. The council guarantees reasonable adjustments throughout the interview process and provides ongoing workplace support.
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