Safeguarding Lawyer Location: New Road, Grays, RM176SL Start Date: ASAP Contract Duration: 1+ Months Working Hours: Mon Fri, 09 00, 37 Hours per week Pay Rate: £ 42.74 Per Hour Job Ref: OR17813 Job Responsibilities Collaborate with colleagues to meet service objectives. Participate in performance reviews and identify development needs. Promote equal opportunities and prevent discrimination. Ensure compliance with Health and Safety regulations. Understand and support the council''s crime prevention commitments. Prepare and manage legal cases related to social care. Handle cases referred by senior legal staff, including court appearances and instructing counsel. Advise on various legal matters, both contentious and non-contentious. Assist in supervising and instructing other legal staff. Keep senior staff informed on case progress and assist with monitoring work. Act professionally and uphold standards for legal professionals. Ensure compliance with the council''s Equal Opportunities Policy. Perform other related activities as agreed by senior management. Person Specifications Must Have: Experience in handling legal cases related to social care. Knowledge of equal opportunities and anti-discrimination policies. Understanding of Health and Safety regulations. Ability to collaborate and meet service objectives. Professional conduct and adherence to legal standards. Nice to Have: Experience in supervising legal staff. Familiarity with c