Stockton-on-Tees Borough Council
Lawyer / Solicitor - Children's Services
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🚨 We’re Hiring: Lawyer / Solicitor – Children’s Services
📍 Stockton-on-Tees (Hybrid) | 💼 Permanent | 💷 Up to £50,269
✨ Put your legal skills to work where they truly matter.
At Stockton-on-Tees Borough Council, we’re looking for a passionate Lawyer / Solicitor to join our Children’s Services Legal Team - where your work directly supports vulnerable children and families.
If you’re driven by purpose and thrive in a collaborative, supportive environment, this is your opportunity to make a real difference every day.
📌 What you’ll be doing:
- Managing a varied caseload of child protection and public law matters
- Providing clear, high-quality legal advice to social care teams
- Representing the Council in court proceedings and hearings
- Working closely with professionals across services and partners
- Contributing to policy development and continuous improvement
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🔍 Who we’re looking for:
- Qualified Solicitors, Barristers, or FCILEX (with advocacy rights)
- Aspiring or part-qualified legal professionals seeking development
- Candidates with a strong interest in safeguarding and child protection
- Collaborative, proactive individuals committed to public service
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- A career graded salary of up to £50,269
- Hybrid working for true work-life balance
- 27–32 days leave + option to buy more
- Generous LGPS pension
- Real career development opportunities
- Wellbeing support + great perks
👉 Apply now and be part of a team where your work truly matters.
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