--- title: "Solicitor - (Child Care)" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-bdfe4386-736e-41ce-8507-008f0d4233ba" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-bdfe4386-736e-41ce-8507-008f0d4233ba" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-bdfe4386-736e-41ce-8507-008f0d4233ba.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-bdfe4386-736e-41ce-8507-008f0d4233ba.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "SANDWELL METROPOLITAN BOROUGH COUNCIL" published: "2021-05-07" --- # Solicitor - (Child Care) Buyer: SANDWELL METROPOLITAN BOROUGH COUNCIL Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-b5fd17-bdfe4386-736e-41ce-8507-008f0d4233ba [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-bdfe4386-736e-41ce-8507-008f0d4233ba) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-bdfe4386-736e-41ce-8507-008f0d4233ba.json) ## Summary The Sandwell Metropolitan Borough Council is conducting a tender process for the position of a Solicitor in the Child Care sector, with a focus on services related to Public Law childcare matters. The tender, identified by the title "Solicitor - (Child Care)", is currently in the planning stage and was published on 7th May 2021. The successful candidate will work from home, commencing as soon as possible, with a contract duration of 12 weeks starting from 17th May 2021 until 17th August 2021. Interested parties must submit their proposals via the In-tend e-Tendering System before the closing date and time of 4:00 PM on 7th May 2021. The total estimated value of the contract is £19,980, with an hourly rate of £21.71 PAYE for 37 hours per week. All required documents must be submitted electronically through the specified portal. This procurement presents valuable opportunities for legal practitioners, especially those specialising in childcare law and public law issues, seeking to expand their practice or gain substantial experience in public sector contracts. Firms with qualified solicitors who have a minimum of three years' post-qualification experience, particularly in local authority settings, will be well-positioned to compete. The role entails a diverse caseload and significant client interaction, which can enhance the successful bidder's reputation and lead to further business in the public sector. Moreover, this contract does not require a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, making it accessible for many firms looking to engage quickly in local government work. ## Notice Solicitor - (Child Care) Rate of Pay: PS21.71 per hour PAYE Hours: 37 hours per week (Monday to Friday) Location: Working from Home Start Date: ASAP Contract type: Agency - 12 weeks We are looking for a Solicitor to work within the Children's area of legal. The ideal candidate will be a qualified solicitor with at least 3 years PQE (or equivalent) with at least 2 years' experience specialising in and handling Public law child care mailers preferably from a local authority prospective. Candidates must be confident and experienced in order to be able to hit the ground running and have the ability to carry a varied case load covering all aspects of Public Law childcare matters. You must be a confident advocate as there will be an expectation for you to cover various types of hearings to include those of a contested nature. The candidate will need to be proactive, work well under pressure, self-reliant as well as work as part of a wider team. The successful candidate would gain great exposure to a varied caseload and would enjoy a high level of responsibility with a great deal of client contact. The rate of pay will be Band H PS21.71 per hour PAYE. The role is 37 hours per week, working Monday to Friday. This is a temporary position to start as soon as possible. Candidates need to be readily available for an interview and if successful start immediately. Please can the agencies send over a CV, 2x up to date references, copy of Terms and Conditions. No DBS is required for this role. Please note this advert is also out with our Master Vendor The Council will be using the In-tend e-Tendering System for this Procurement opportunity, please visit https://in-tendhost.co.uk/sandwellmbc to access the Sandwell MBC In-tend Supplier Portal. From here you will be able to register your company, express an interest in the opportunity, and gain immediate access to the related documents. To submit your documents, you will be required to opt in. For a Step by Step user guide to the Sandwell MBC In-tend Supplier Portal please click on the 'Guidance for Suppliers' section of the website. All procurement responses must be carried out via the Sandwell MBC In-tend Supplier Portal. If you require further assistance in respect of the system, please contact the In-tend support team on 0844 272 8810. Closing Date: Friday 7 May 2021 at 4.00PM Additional information: The Council will be using the In-tend e-Tendering System for this Procurement opportunity, please visit https://in-tendhost.co.uk/sandwellmbc to access the Sandwell MBC In-tend Supplier Portal. From here you will be able to register your company, express an interest in the opportunity, and gain immediate access to the related documents. To submit your documents, you will be required to opt in. For a Step by Step user guide to the Sandwell MBC In-tend Supplier Portal please click on the 'Guidance for Suppliers' section of the website. All procurement responses must be carried out via the Sandwell MBC In-tend Supplier Portal. If you require further assistance in respect of the system, please contact the In-tend support team on 0844 272 8810. Is a Recurrent Procurement Type? : No ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/8d71f975-ed25-47d9-a1c2-726db4b3c04b | | Notice type | Tender Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Services | | Procurement method | Open | | Procurement method details | Open procedure (below threshold) | | Tender suitability | Not specified | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 7 May 2021 | | Submission deadline | 7 May 2021 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 17 May 2021 - 17 Aug 2021 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £19,980 | | Lots value | Not specified | | Awards value | Not specified | | Contracts value | Not specified | ## Status | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender status | Active | | Lots status | Not specified | | Awards status | Not specified | | Contracts status | Not specified | ## Buyer | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Main buyer | SANDWELL METROPOLITAN BOROUGH COUNCIL | | Locality | WEST MIDLANDS | | Post town | Birmingham | | Postcode | B70 8SZ | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLG West Midlands (England) | | ITL 2 | TLG3 West Midlands | | ITL 3 | TLG37 Sandwell | | Local authority | Sandwell | | Electoral ward | West Bromwich Central | | Westminster constituency | West Bromwich | | Delivery location | TLG West Midlands (England) | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security ### Codes - 79620000 - Supply services of personnel including temporary staff ## Release History - 7 May 2021 at 10:04 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/8d71f975-ed25-47d9-a1c2-726db4b3c04b ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/8d71f975-ed25-47d9-a1c2-726db4b3c04b 7th May 2021 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder - https://in-tendhost.co.uk/sandwellmbc/aspx/ Additional information on how to apply for this contract ## Notice URLs - https://in-tendhost.co.uk/sandwellmbc ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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