Locum Adult Social Care Solicitor

Locum Adult Social Care Solicitor needed in Wakefield

This is a temporary contract paying £65.00ph PAYE

This is a temporary role

The reference number is:                   000A B8C7 / 1

The successful candidate will provide high‑quality, timely legal advice across all areas of Adult Social Care, including safeguarding, mental capacity, Court of Protection matters, community care, and related statutory duties. They will manage a varied caseload with minimal supervision, draft and review complex legal documentation, and represent the authority in negotiations, meetings, and proceedings. The role requires a proactive, solutions‑focused approach, ensuring decisions are legally robust, risk‑aware, and aligned with current legislation and case law.

If you are interested in the role please apply on our website with your CV, alternatively you can email your CV to Kirsty@essentialemploy.co.uk quoting the reference number.

Essential Employment is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy. Essential Employment is an Equal Opportunities Employer.

All our roles may be subject to pre-employment checks including references so please be prepared.

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