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Solicitor - Social Care
Solicitor/Senior Solicitor/Barrister – Children’s Social Care (x3)
Permanent, Full-Time (37 Hours per Week) Grade 8 – £52,413 to £56,730 per annum plus 10% market forces payment until 31 May 2028 Location: Civic Centre and other suitable locations within the City of Wolverhampton
About the Role
The multi award-winning City of Wolverhampton Council is seeking an enthusiastic Solicitor/Barrister to join our dynamic and hardworking Social Care and Education Legal team.
This permanent position offers an ideal opportunity for individuals seeking to advance their career in a supportive, thriving environment with genuine growth potential in local government.
Ahead of the legal landscape with Lexcel Accreditation, the Commercial Property Team was awarded LLG Legal Team of the Year 2025, and the Litigation Team earned LLG Legal Team of the Year 2026. Join us as we excel—individually or as part of a team—during a transformative period for the organisation and the city.
Wolverhampton is an exciting place to work, offering a vibrant community, excellent amenities, and strong transport links.
Key Responsibilities
As part of an accredited and recognised legal department, you will:
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- Provide legal advice and representation to the children’s services and education department.
- Manage a varied caseload, covering:
- Public law children matters (care and placement orders).
- Fostering and adoption proceedings.
- Non-school education prosecutions.
- General children’s social care matters.
- General education law matters.
- Advise senior officers within the local authority.
- Engage actively in client care and business development.
Requirements
The ideal candidate will be a solicitor/barrister (or hold equivalent qualifications). Demonstrated experience in child care law is essential.
While local government experience is advantageous, applicants from private practice are welcome.
This role is subject to a satisfactory Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.
Why Work Here?
We offer a competitive salary, generous annual leave, an excellent pension scheme, modernised office spaces, hybrid working arrangements, and a supportive work culture.
As a Disability Confident Employer, we proudly hold:
- Stonewall Gold Award (LGBT+ inclusion).
- RACE Code Quality Mark (race equality).
- Armed Forces Employer Recognition (guaranteed interview scheme under certain criteria).
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We operate flexible work arrangements, including agile, fixed, field, and hybrid styles to balance productivity with a healthy work-life balance.
Application Details
For further information:
- Contact: Lead Lawyer – Saroj Bangard (saroj.bangard@wolverhampton.gov.uk) or Acting Head of Legal Services – Mushtaq Ahmed-Khan (mushtaq.ahmed-khan@wolverhampton.gov.uk)
- Closing date: 26th July 2026
- Interviews: Week commencing 3rd August 2026
To learn more about our culture, policies, and benefits: See our Detailed Information Here
Applicants from underrepresented groups are strongly encouraged to apply. Our diversity, inclusion, and equality commitments drive our workforce reflection to better serve Wolverhampton’s diverse community.
Diversity Norms: ✔ Staff Equality Forums – LGBT+, Race/BAME, Women’s Network, and Disability Representative Council. ✔ Guaranteed interview scheme for Veterans and Care Leavers (up to additional salaries subject to meeting criteria).
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