Childcare Panel Lawyer

Ashford Legal July 13, 2026
Ashford
Permanent / Full Time
Legal
July 13, 2026

Head of Childcare Lead a respected Childcare department with genuine career progression.

Child Panel Accreditation and advocacy experience are essential.
Up to £75,000, hybrid working, annual bonus and outstanding work-life balance.
Interviews are taking place now – apply today.
About the role This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced Head of Childcare to join a supportive and well-established law firm.
The successful Head of Childcare will:

  • Lead a busy Childcare department.
  • Manage a varied Childcare caseload.
  • Represent clients confidently through advocacy.
  • Handle public and private Childcare matters.
  • Manage Guardian referrals and existing client work.
  • Work closely with senior leadership.
  • Support and mentor a Legal Assistant.
  • Help grow the department commercially.
  • Deliver outstanding client care.
  • Enjoy genuine autonomy and responsibility.

What we are looking for The ideal Head of Childcare will have:

  • Qualified Solicitor status.
  • Strong Childcare Law experience.
  • Child Panel Accreditation.
  • Excellent advocacy skills.
  • Commercial awareness.
  • Leadership experience.
  • Strong communication skills.
  • A supportive mentoring style.
  • A collaborative approach.
  • Ambition to progress further.

What’s in it for you

  • Salary of £65,000–£75,000.
  • Annual discretionary bonus £1,000 – £30,000
  • Christmas bonus.
  • Hybrid working available.
  • 25 days holiday plus Bank Holidays.
  • Additional gifted Christmas leave.
  • Benenden Healthcare.
  • Auto-enrolment pension.
  • Parking permit provided.
  • Monday to Friday, 9.00am–5.00pm.
  • Genuine career progression.
  • Friendly and social team.
  • Summer and Christmas events.
  • Supportive leadership team.
  • Excellent work-life balance.

About the company This well-established law firm has built an excellent reputation for exceptional client care.
Employees enjoy a collaborative culture and genuine flexibility.
The leadership team encourages progression and values every individual.
This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious Head of Childcare seeking long-term career development.

Interviews are taking place immediately.
Apply today and take the next step in your legal career.
Your application will be noticed within two working days.

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  • Permanent / Full Time
  • Ashford
  • 75000 PerAnnum USD / Year
  • Salary: 75000 PerAnnum
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