Hybrid Child Protection Legal Assistant (Fixed-Term)

East Midlands Councils/East Midlands Jobs; United Kingdom; Hybrid; GBP 32,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A local government council in the UK seeks a proactive Child Protection Legal Assistant to join its Family, Safeguarding and Education Team. This fixed-term role involves supporting Lawyers in Child Protection matters, including adoption and court work. The position offers a competitive salary, generous leave, and flexible working options. The team promotes a friendly workplace culture, with benefits such as training opportunities, mentorship, and a wellbeing package. Flexible work arrangements allow for home working while requiring office presence once weekly.

Benefits

Grade 9 Salary £32,347 -£34,317

25 days annual leave plus 8 bank holidays

Flexi time allowance

Training and development opportunities

Generous local government pension scheme

Wellbeing package

Cycle to work scheme

Qualifications

• Support Lawyers advising Childrens Services on Child Protection matters.
• Assist Lawyers in conducting Court work.
• Engage with social workers and Court staff.

Responsibilities

• Provide support for pre-proceedings matters.
• Liaise effectively with the wider team and external partners.
• Manage varied workload within a friendly team environment.

Skills

Proficiency in IT software

Organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

Motivational skills

Job description

A local government council in the UK seeks a proactive Child Protection Legal Assistant to join its Family, Safeguarding and Education Team. This fixed-term role involves supporting Lawyers in Child Protection matters, including adoption and court work. The position offers a competitive salary, generous leave, and flexible working options. The team promotes a friendly workplace culture, with benefits such as training opportunities, mentorship, and a wellbeing package. Flexible work arrangements allow for home working while requiring office presence once weekly.