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Adults Social Care Solicitor

Sellick Partnership Limited - Public Sector
Norris Hill · posted 20 August 2026
Salary
£60 – £65 an hour
Job type
contract
Location
Norris Hill, Leicestershire
Category
Social Care

Job Description

Locum Adults Social Care Lawyer - Remote

The full job description covers all associated skills, previous experience, and any qualifications that applicants are expected to have.
£60-65 per hour
West Midlands | 6 months+


An excellent opportunity has arisen for an Adults Social Care Lawyer to join a large, well-respected public sector organisation based in the West Midlands on a locum basis.


The role is offered for an initial 6 month contract, with a strong likelihood of extension. Fully remote working is available, with flexible start timescales.


The Role:


You will manage a varied adults social care caseload, including:



  • Court of Protection applications


Deprivation of Liberty (DoLS) matters


Providing legal advice on adult social care and mental health law


Supporting the authority with statutory duties and complex cases



Requirements:



  • Qualified Solicitor / Barrister / Legal Executive (or equivalent)


Proven experience in Adults Social Care law


Local authority or public sector experience preferred


Ability to work autonomously in a remote setting



What's on Offer



  • £60-65 per hour


Fully remote working


6 month initial contract with extension potential


Flexible start date



This role would suit an experienced Adults Social Care Lawyer seeking a well-paid, remote locum assignment with stability and flexibility.


We encourage interested applicants to apply immediately to be considered for shortlisting. Alternatively, should you require further information or wish to discuss your suitability before applying, please contact Natalie Delaney in our Manchester office for a confidential discussion.




Sellick Partnership is proud to be an inclusive and accessible recruitment business and we support applications from candidates of all backgrounds and circumstances. xwzovoh Please note, our advertisements use years' experience, hourly rates, and salary levels purely as a guide and we assess applications based on the experience and skills evidenced on the CV. For information on how your personal details may be used by Sellick Partnership, please review our data processing notice on our website.

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