Senior Research Associate: 'The Forgotten Ten Percent' project

Senior Research Associate: 'The Forgotten Ten Percent' project

Law
Location: Bailrigg, Lancaster, UK
Salary: £39,906 to £46,049(Part-Time/Indefinite with End Date)
Closing Date: Monday 13 July 2026
Interview Date: Friday 24 July 2026
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Most private family law applications are between two parents, but around 10% involve one or more adults who are not the child’s parent, such as grandparents, aunts/uncles and siblings. This ‘forgotten 10%’ have been overlooked in research, policy and practice. In collaboration with researchers at the University of Bristol, peer researchers, and practice partners Kinship and Families in Harmony, this project will investigate the circumstances, needs and experiences of children and families involved. Further information on the project is available on our website ( ).

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