Childcare Solicitor
Cambridgeshire
4-6 years PQE
£40,000 to £50,000 per annum
Posted 03.11.2026 (59 days remaining)

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A career in childcare law offers legal professionals the opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of children and families. Childcare solicitors work on sensitive and often complex cases involving child protection, care proceedings, adoption, fostering, guardianship, and other family-related matters. If you are looking for childcare solicitor jobs in the UK, The Legists provides access to a wide range of opportunities with leading law firms, specialist family practices, and local authorities.
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Cambridgeshire
4-6 years PQE
£40,000 to £50,000 per annum
Posted 03.11.2026 (59 days remaining)

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£45,000 to £65,000 per annum
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Excellent Salary & Benefits
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Newly qualified PQE
£46,800 to £50,000 per annum
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Wiltshire
Newly qualified PQE
£44,520 to £47,720 per annum
Posted 30.10.2026 (55 days remaining)

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£44,520 to £47,720 per annum
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Newly qualified PQE
£44,520 to £47,720 per annum
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Newly qualified PQE
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Newly qualified PQE
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Posted 07.10.2026 (32 days remaining)

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Newly qualified PQE
£44,520 to £47,720 per annum
Posted 07.10.2026 (32 days remaining)

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Newly qualified PQE
£44,520 to £47,720 per annum
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Newly qualified PQE
£44,520 to £47,720 per annum
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£44,520 to £47,720 per annum
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Newly qualified PQE
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