Job - Childcare Paralegal

Location – Birchington, Kent

Hours – 9am to 5pm, Office Based

Salary – £26K to £30K Dependent on experience  

This is a great opportunity to join a great family advice and assistance law firm based in Kent.

You’ll be joining a dynamic team, supporting a broad range of family law matters including Public and Private Family Law 

As a Paralegal within the Family Law department, you will play a vital role in supporting fee earners and clients across a range of sensitive and complex legal matters. Working under the supervision of a Team Leader, you will ensure client needs are met with professionalism, efficiency, and compassion.

Key Responsibilities for the Childcare Paralegal role:

• Manage and progress family law files competently within defined procedures and policies
• Draft legal documentation including Statements, Notices, Applications, and Legal Forms
• Handle client correspondence, telephone queries, and triage communications through electronic systems
• Conduct client appointments and provide case advice (if needed and under supervision), and support financial eligibility assessments for legal aid or private terms
• Support fee earners with case progression, including court attendances and professional liaison
• Maintain accurate records using electronic case management systems
• Prepare files for billing and closure, ensuring compliance with Legal Aid Agency, SRA and SQM requirements
• Participate in general office and administrative duties, and training activities as needed

Skills & Abilities:

• Strong analytical and logical thinking skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication
• Exceptional organisational and time management skills Knowledge
• Solid understanding of Family Law and Legal Aid processes Experience
• Essential: Previous experience working on family law and childcare proceedings
• Desirable: Familiarity with electronic case management systems and Local Authority case processes

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone seeking to grow their career within a supportive and specialist legal environment. You'll be part of a professional team committed to delivering high quality service and achieving strong outcomes for vulnerable clients.

If you feel this job I for you and you have previous experience working on family law and childcare proceedings, then apply now!!