Safeguarding Lawyer (Full-Time)
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Job Summary
Job Title:Safeguarding Lawyer - Childrens Safeguarding (Full-Time)
Salary:55227 - 63675 per annum
Grade:G
Contract Type:Permanent
Working Hours:37 hours per week
About the Department
We are a small dedicated team of 13 lawyers and support staff committed to providing a high-quality responsive and client-focused legal service within the local authority. Working closely with colleagues across Childrens Services and partner agencies we provide trusted legal advice and support to help achieve positive outcomes for children and families.
Every member of the team plays an important role in delivering our shared objectives with the opportunity to contribute their expertise develop professionally and make a meaningful difference to the lives of children and young people across the borough
About the Role
As aSafeguarding Lawyer you will be expected to manage a caseload of childrens safeguarding matters and provide high quality advice to our Ofsted Outstanding client department. You will play a vial role in protecting children and supporting positive outcome for families. You will provide high quality legal advice and representation across a varied and challenging caseload working closely with social workers and partner agencies.
WhatWereLooking For
Werelooking for someone who is a qualified solicitor barrister or Cilex with Litigation Rights and at least 2 years PQE. Local Government experience is desirable but not essential.
DBS Check:Basic DBS check is required for the role
Benefits of Working with Us
At Thurrock Council we value our employees and offer a comprehensive benefits package including:
- Generous annual leave entitlement
- Local Government Pension Scheme
- Flexible and hybrid working opportunities (where applicable)
- Ongoing training and professional development
- Employeeassistanceprogramme and wellbeing support
- Staff discounts and local offers
- A supportive and inclusive working environment
Important Dates
Closing Date (Redeployment Only):5th October 2026
Closing Date (Internal & External):11th October 2026
Interview Date: 15th & 16th October 2026
Additional Information
If you have any questions about the role or interview process please contact:
Petrena Sharpe - Principal Safeguarding Lawyer
To view the Job Profile and Person Specification please follow the link below:
Download Job Profile (PDF Document)
If the Job Profile and Person Specification list any qualifications as essential please also upload copies of those relevant qualifications.
Required Experience:
IC
About Company
Why Thurrock? Working at Thurrock Council gives you the opportunity to join an organisation that is changing at pace, one where you can make a real difference to the lives of the people we serve. Thurrock Council is moving towards a new community leadership approach which involves lin ... View more
