Total 16 Legal / Public / Security job vacancies in Worcester, Worcestershire, WR1 2LB

Job Title: Security Officer
Location: Kidderminster DY11 7QE
Reporting to: Site Manager
Hours of work: Average of 42 hours per week working a shift pattern that includes, days, nights and weekends.
Flexibility with regards to working hours and duties is essential.
Principle Function: You will be working as part of a team of security professionals, providing for round the clock security and safety of our clients site in Kidderminster.
Duties will include but are not limited to the following;
• Working in partnership with the clients team to deliver a high quality security service.
• Ensuring the safety and security of the site.
• Providing an initial response to incidents of fire, or other emergencies on site.
• Carrying out security patrols as required.
• Providing access control and ensuring that site visitors follow the correct signing in and induction process.
• Monitoring the CCTV system and responding in accordance with the site instructions.
Skills, experience and abilities required include;
• SIA license is essential.
• Ability to pass fire warden training.
• Ability to understand and follow method statements, risk assessments and other work instructions.
• Good communication skills.
• Ability to work as part of a team.
You will be expected to work within safety rules at all times and report any safety issues or concerns to your line manager.
To respond to Management and Client requests appropriately.
To take appropriate action in the event of finding security issues.
To report any health and safety concerns.

Payment:
This is an hourly paid role requiring the use of a clocking machine.
£11.44 per hour to be paid on a weekly basis.
How to apply: Please apply by filling in an online application form on our website, which can be reached at the following web address.
https://www.hamtonenvironmental.co.uk/recruitment/

We are looking for a Apprentice Fire and Security Engineer to work as a member of the Mitie Fire & Security Systems Operations Field service team. You'll ensure effective delivery of PPM, Reactive calls and additional Small Works, ensuring compliance with all Legal and Regulatory requirements.

You'll be expected to carry out routine servicing, testing, inspection, repairs, and installation of Fire Extinguishers/associated equipment and products to the relevant legislative and qualitative standards, alongside appropriate documentation and records in a timely and appropriate manner. You should have excellent communication skills, alongside basic Microsoft Word and Excel literacy.

You should be capable of working to high levels of Health and Safety Requirements and having previous experience in a similar role carrying out PPM, reactive calls and Small Works in the Fire & Security Systems industry. Service test and inspection experience to the relevant standards/codes are also expected including fault-finding techniques. You will also be expected to actively attend and participate in any company-initiated training to maintain an up to date knowledge of technical aspects of the role.

The ideal candidate would have previous experience with PPM, Accident Reporting, or RAMS, alongside following Health and Safety Legislation, preferably in the engineering field. Sharing technical and problem-solving abilities and knowledge with colleagues alongside an ability to take initiative and work with little supervision is also ideal.

One of the UK’s leading providers of housing, care and community services, Sanctuary Group employs around 13,000 people and manages more than 100,000 units of accommodation throughout England and Scotland, including general rented, retirement living, supported housing, student and key worker accommodation and care homes. Sanctuary also provides a range of other services including maintenance, care and telecare, all of which are delivered by our dedicated employees who are completely committed to customer service.
Legal Assistant – Conveyancing

Worcester based with a balance of home and office working

£26,982 per year (pro rata)

35 hours per week

Temporary position for up to 9 months

We have a fantastic opportunity for a Legal Assistant – Conveyancing to join our Conveyancing team based in Worcester. As a Legal Assistant you will be dealing with all aspects of property resales for the business and the main focus of the role will be to support the delivery of conveyancing services in line with legal obligations and the Group's policies.

The role of Legal Assistant
- Conveyancing will include:
- Supporting the timely processing of enquiries/applications including re-sales, assignments, staircasing, lease extensions
- Supporting and progressing administrative tasks for the team which will include for example set up of new files, responding to re-sale enquiries, preparation of leasehold information packs and post completion tasks
- Providing a range of support and guidance services to relevant third parties concerning the above applications and enquiries
- Undertaking affordability assessments
- Communicating with different teams to request and gain information to then report this back to stakeholders and management
- Coordinating an effective legal administrative service, ensuring relevant activity is accurately recorded and maintained in line with corporate compliance
- Building and maintaining strong working relationships with stakeholders


Skills and experiences:

- Proven experience within a similar administrative role is essential
- Previous experience within a customer service focused admin role
- A working knowledge of housing regulations, legislation and current practice
- High accuracy with excellent attention to detail
- The ability to prioritise workload in order to meet deadlines
- Excellent communication skills with a good telephone manner
- Experience using Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook and Teams or similar


Why work for us?
One of the UK’s leading providers of housing, care and commercial services, Sanctuary employs more than 14,000 people and manages over 116,000 units of accommodation throughout England and Scotland, including general rented, retirement living, supported housing, student and key worker accommodation and care homes. Sanctuary also provides a range of other services including maintenance, care and telecare, all of which are delivered by our dedicated employees who are completely committed to customer service.

Our Benefits
As part of our commitment to making Sanctuary a great place to work, where your wellbeing is of genuine importance, we have developed an attractive employment package. The package recognises your contribution, supports your physical, mental and financial health and gives you the flexibility to tailor your employee benefits by offering:

- 25 days annual leave (rising to a maximum of 30 days) plus public holidays (pro rata)
- A pension scheme with matching employer contributions from Sanctuary up to set limits
- Life Assurance
- Employee Volunteering scheme
- Employee Advice Service including counselling
- Cycle to Work scheme
- Voluntary health plans
- Employee discounts
- Wellbeing support and tools
- Employee recognition scheme
- Employee platform to access your reward and wellbeing package online, find exclusive discounts, wellbeing resources and recognition tools
- Employee Networks, with a shared interest in inclusion, and who provide invaluable support to colleagues
- £26,982 per annum (pro rata)


The full time equivalent salary for this role is £26,982 based on 35 hours per week rising to £28,402 after 12 months service and subject to satisfactory performance

To view the job profile please click here (if the link is unavailable please visit the Sanctuary careers website)

Closing Date: 16 October 2024

We reserve the right depending on application numbers to close or extend the closing dates for positions; we would therefore recommend an early application.

For an insight into what it’s like to work for us, take a look at our company page on Linkedin

Inclusion is one of our core values. Our goal is to be a diverse, inclusive organisation where our people thrive and meet our customers’ needs with fairness and empathy. We know having a range of ideas and opinions makes a difference. We encourage and welcome applications from people from diverse backgrounds to support this mission. We will make adjustments throughout your application process, in line with Sanctuary’s commitment to our Disability Confident employer status.

Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme

Area Security Officer
Join us as an Area Security Officer for stable, regular hours - no changing shift patterns, work that you can plan your life around and the opportunity to carve out a career within the biggest name in security.

This is a full-time permanent role working predominantly Monday to Saturday, 5 out of 7 days, between 8am - 5:15pm or 6am - 6pm, but some flexibility is required.

You will need to have a full UK driving licence and your own transport.

Your Time at Work
As an Area Security Officer, you will be responsible for:
- Greeting staff and visitors
- Interacting with the public
- Ensuring they follow security protocols keeping our customers and their premises secure
- Patrolling the premises and dealing with any security incidents
- Ensure visitors and staff are in a safe environment by de-escalating situations in a firm but respectful manner.

Our Perfect Worker
It would be ideal if you have an SIA license or experience in security, but if not, then full training will be provided.
What's crucial is your great communication and customer service skills. All our admin is digital and paperless, so you'll need to be tech savvy enough to use our digital devices.
As this is a mobile position, you will also need to have a full UK driving licence and your own vehicle.
We are passionate about growing our own people. All of our leadership team first started out in a security role, and many of them have worked their way up with G4S. If you have the talent and desire, then we will help you to develop your skills so that you can reach your potential with us.

Key Information and Benefits
- 5.6 weeks paid holiday (8 of these will be in lieu of bank holidays - subject to shift pattern and accrual)
- Workplace pension scheme
- Life assurance benefit
- Financial support for SIA Licence & renewal
- Contributory Healthcare Scheme
- Eyecare vouchers
- Employee Discount Schemes
- Progression, training & development opportunities
- Refer a friend scheme
- Free uniform provided

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Job Overview

You are required to provide safety and security to our customer's property, people and/or assets in line with the published Assignment Instructions, delivering results that meet and / or exceed the Key performance indicators. Provide exceptional customer service to both staff and visitors alike, as well as undertake additional training to ensure continuous self-development, all whilst upholding both Mitie and our clients reputation.



Main Duties

-Use ASCONE to maintain the security of the site.

-Conduct regular patrols of the site.

-Monitoring self-scan area

-Deliver customer service to both staff and visitors.

-Support the staff with any reasonable request.

-Ensure the relevant reports are completed for accurate information to be recorded.

Training

For this role, you will be required to fully and satisfactorily complete all required competency training, as well as undertake additional training to ensure continuous self-development as directed by the Operations Manager. You are required to ensure you renew your licence 16 weeks before expiry.



Security and Health & Safety

-Look out for, and to immediately report, any Health & Safety hazards, or potential hazards, on site.

-Stay alert to any threats or changes within the work environment to take the appropriate action to reduce the chance of disruption, loss or damage, whilst using common sense and initiative to ensure the situation does not become threatening.

-To maintain professional conduct in the face of difficult situations and challenging customers.

-Complete an accurate and detailed entry of any incidents that occur on the system provided on site.

-To call emergency services and Communication Centre to report all incidents.



What we are looking for

-Previous Security Experience is required.

-Door Supervisor SIA License.

-Excellent communication skills.

-Ability to work well under pressure.



Our market-leading flexible benefits scheme provides you with benefits that suit your lifestyle.

We have a virtual GP on hand for you and members of your household. So, you can get expert advice by video or phone without having to leave your home. We offer financial wellbeing assistance through our Salary Finance scheme. For example, you could access 50% of your earned pay before payday for a small fee. Salary Finance also offers competitive loans.

When you join us, we'll give you a link to our flexible benefits platform, Choices. This gives you the chance to customise your benefits to best suit your lifestyle. You can choose from dental insurance, dining cards, coffee clubs, buying technology products at an affordable cost and much more!

We give you access to high street discounts from thousands of well-known retailers, gyms and more through our MiDeals platform. And we have a cycle-to-work scheme.

Life cover is the greater of your equivalent annual salary or a minimum of £10,000 - giving peace of mind for your dependants. We also offer a save-as-you-earn scheme, and a Mitie Matching Share Plan (you could even be awarded free shares in Mitie).

We award our employees with Mitie Stars as recognition for their hard work. There are cash prizes up for grabs each month and at the end of the year there's a chance to scoop a top prize of £10,000!

Our success is a direct result of the experience and quality of our people. Progressing your career is therefore a top priority for us. We offer a diverse variety of training and development avenues via a wide selection of learning resources to suit you.

Since 1987, Mitie's 68,000 employees have been maintaining companies globally. We are the UK's leading facilities management and professional services company, and our clients range from household names in banking, critical government sites as well as hospitals and schools.

Join our Mitie Team.

Cyber Security Analyst - Remote

We have an exciting opportunity for a Cyber Security Analyst to join our team! This is a full-time permanent role working remotely with some occasional travel required.

Marston Holdings Limited is a parent company formed of eight brand entities that each specialise in key areas of our overarching business. In a nutshell, we are the UK's largest judicial services company and pioneers in clean air technology, offering services that support local and central government, utilities, and private sectors through the delivery of market leading integrated technology-enabled solutions from design and implementation to management and recovery.

The Role & Key Responsibilities

You will be responsible for protecting Marston Holdings information systems and networks from cyber threats. This involves identifying security risks, implementing protective measures, and responding to security incidents. The analyst ensures the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of digital assets, while maintaining compliance with industry standards and regulations.

• Monitor network traffic for unusual activity and potential threats.
• Implement and/or manage security tools and technologies, such as firewalls, antivirus software, and intrusion detection systems.
• Analyse security breaches to determine their root cause and develop strategies to prevent future incidents.
• Develop and enforce security policies, procedures, and guidelines.
• Provide recommendations to enhance security posture based on current threats and vulnerabilities.
• Stay up to date with the latest security trends, technologies, and regulatory requirements.
• Collaborate with IT and other departments to ensure seamless integration of security measures
• Support the development and implementation of security initiatives and projects

Person Specification

• Hold professional certifications such as CISSP, CISM, CEH, CCSP or CompTIA Security+
• Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in cyber security or a related field.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and a proactive mindset.
• In-depth understanding of cyber security principles and practices.
• Strong knowledge of Microsoft Defender, Purview and Entra
• Proficiency in security technologies, such as firewalls, IDS/IPS, SIEM, and endpoint protection.
• Strong knowledge of networking protocols and architectures.
• Ability to analyse and interpret security logs and data.
• Familiar with operating systems, including Windows, Android, iOS and macOS.
• Strong understanding of Microsoft Azure, M365
• Demonstrated ability to create comprehensive and concise security reports tailored for executive leadership.

What's in it for you?

• Remote working with some occasional
• Salary - £38,000 - £42,000 DOE
• Full Time, 37.5 hours per week.
• Healthcare cash plan
• Staff benefits designed to suit your lifestyle - from discounts on retail shopping, travel, and socialising to health & wellbeing.
• 26 days holiday + bank holidays
• Cycle to work scheme.
• Enhanced Maternity and Paternity Package NB this is subject to eligibility.

If this sounds like the job for you, please apply….

New starters will be subject to clearance through the Disclosure and Barring Service and a County Court Judgment check. In addition, the post holder is expected to keep the Company updated if their personal circumstances change.

We are an equal opportunity employer, which means we'll consider all suitably qualified applicants regardless of gender identity or expression, ethnic origin, nationality, religion or beliefs, age, sexual orientation, disability status or any other protected characteristic. We recruit and develop our people based on merit and their passion for creating better outcomes, and we're committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

Legal Assistant - Family Law Department

Reports to: Fee Earner

Location: Redditch, UK

Main Purpose:

To provide secretarial and administrative support to a Fee Earner in the Family Department.

Key Tasks (not an exhaustive list):

• Diary Management: Maintain the Fee Earner's diary, arrange meetings, and appointments.
• New Enquiries: Handle new enquiries, initiate and complete the setup of new matters, including all onboarding and due diligence processes such as identification verification and complying with anti-money laundering regulations.
• Document Processing: Diligently type, print, and process dictations. Organize, e-file, and scan documents into our Case Management System, maintaining paper files with accuracy and efficiency.
• Billing Management: Manage the billing process, including generating and coordinating invoices on a monthly basis, and chasing any outstanding payments.
• Financial Transactions: Request payments and record receipts of monies, liaising with our Accounts Team as necessary.
• File Management: Open and archive all paper and electronic files.
• Client Correspondence: Handle routine client correspondence and queries.
• Client Interaction: Attend to clients both in person and on the telephone with confidence and excellent interpersonal skills, demonstrating a high level of customer care.
• Third-Party Liaison: Deal with third-party agencies, including Counsel, Courts, Experts, and other solicitors.
• Confidentiality: Ensure the confidentiality of the client and firm's information and documentation at all times.
• Technical Proficiency: Be fully conversant with Word, Outlook, and Excel, with experience working with electronic Case Management Systems.
• General Administration: Support the general administration within the Family Law Team and Redditch office.

To be considered for this position, the successful candidate must have:

• A minimum of 2 years in family law experience
• Background in legal work (will be questioned in interview on this)

Working Hours:

• Monday to Friday, 09:00 - 17:15
• Fully office based

Holiday:

• 26 days plus Bank Holidays

Salary:

• £24,000 annum

Job Types:

• Full-time, Permanent contract

Work Location:

• Redditch, UK
• Free car parking

If you are organised, proactive, and dedicated to providing exceptional administrative support in a legal environment, we invite you to apply for this position.

Please submit your CV outlining your relevant experience and why you are the ideal candidate for this role. Alternatively, call 0161 641 2443 and speak with Anna on this vacancy.

The Recruitment Co. is an equal opportunities employer and we're committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace.

About the company:
We are Seddon Agency, a nationwide recruitment company specialising in providing full time, part time, adhoc and temporary staff to companies all around the UK. We provide staff to a variety of companies stretching across a multitude of different industries such as construction, hospitality, corporate, public-sector jobs and many more. Our deep understanding of the recruitment industry assists us in providing only the best staff for the most specific of jobs.

Brief job description:
Seddon Agency is looking to expand its operations and bring in new Security Operatives. The purpose of the role is to respond to incidents, carry out regular patrols, always provide a security presence and complete all security paperwork ensuring the safety of the client’s premises.

About the job:
Must be flexible for 12 hour shifts
Immediate Start
Control access to entrances and ensuring only authorised personnel are allowed to enter.
Keep a log of all site activity.
Complete all site security paperwork to include incident report, sign in/out sheets, patrols logs, daily logs and handover sheets.
To provide regular high profile external and internal patrols.
Secures premises and personnel by patrolling property; monitoring surveillance equipment; inspecting buildings, equipment, and access points; permitting entry.

Prevents incidents and damage by providing a visual presence and reporting all incidents to the authorities.

Complete reports by recording observations, information, occurrences, and surveillance activities; interviewing witnesses; obtaining signatures.

Skills/experience required:
Surveillance Skills Judgment, Objectivity, Dependability, Integrity, Safety Management, Professionalism, Reporting Skills. Valid SIA licence (include in application) communication, Basic IT skills. Experience

Personal qualities:
Reliable.
Friendly.
Smart in appearance.
Approachable.

Future prospects:
The role offers long term job security as well as many other benefits.

Overview of the position:
As the sole agency supplier to the HM Prison Service for the provision of maintenance trades & support operatives, this is a long-term temporary contract, with a starting rate of £13.68 including holiday, £12.21 excluding holiday pay.

The Contractor Escort role is in a unique working environment with a strong sense of team working. Always in demand, you could benefit from long-term contracts and there is also potential, once trained, to work in other prisons both locally and nationally.

Purpose of the Contractor Escort role:
As part of the security team you will be responsible for assisting in the safety and security of the establishment where your duties will include escorting building contractors. You will ensure the safety and security of the visitors, staff and prisoners within a Prison establishment, while persons from outside of NOMS are on site. You will also ensure that no unauthorised persons or items enter the establishment.

Experience:
No formal qualifications or previous experience is required for this role. The nature of the role requires candidates to be security conscious and able to challenge potential compromises and risks, you will also need to be reliable and consistent, level headed and have exceptional interpersonal skills. Successful applicants will have a background in customer services or security, and will be assessed based on the following competencies: Acting with integrity, respecting others, Building relationships and team working, communicating effectively, developing self and others. Full training is provided by the establishment/ department. Training time will be paid at the standard hourly rate.

Security Clearance required:
All applicants will be subject to the HM Prison Service Security Clearance procedure which can take up to 4 weeks, this can include a Disclosure Barring Service (DBS)
check. You must hold a Valid Passport or Birth Certificate & Photo Driving Licence in your current address. All applicants must be able to provide details of 3 years of ex-employer references.

If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call Liam now on 01782 958912. If this job isn't quite right for you but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career.

Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk

Job Advert

Job Title: FOH Security

Location: Worcester, W4

Contracted Hours: Monday - Friday (07:30 - 19:30, Flexibility is essential)

Pay Rate: £10.50 per hour

Closing Date: 18/04/2024

Job ID: 603




Empower safety. Join us as a Security Officer. Your vigilance matters. Apply now.




Who we are

We are GUK, and together we are proud to be at the forefront of protection management across multiple sectors. We offer the
ultimate in business security solutions and deliver the highest quality of professional service.



Job Role

Working with us at GUK, we value you more than just a security guard. You will be responsible for providing safety to the public
with Patrols, creating access passes and using your experience of who can gain access. Your flexibility and experience will create
a rapport with our high end clients to deliver excellence.

The role is critical to ensure our operational day-to-day frontline services work like clockwork. A typical day for someone who
is self-motivated could include access control, greeting visitors, regular patrols, and completing the daily occurrence book. You
will then finish every shift with a good thorough handover.

You are an individual who communicates well, have a strong sense for reliability and understand the importance of being smartly
presented in uniform at all times. Also you would need to be proactive and always willing to learn.

You will receive full training and we are looking for motivated individuals who will make a measurable contribution to the
continued success of GUK.

Ideal Experience:

* Proof of right to work
* Valid SIA licence
* 5 Year employment history
* Experience of composing emails and preparing incident reports
* Proactively uses initiative to recognise priorities within own workload
* Problem solving





Ideally you will have developed these Skills:

* Customer services
* Able to communicate in English at a good level, both written and oral communication
* Basic report writing and IT skills
* Dealing with difficult people
* Team work
* Challenging the status quo
* Self-motivated





Employee Benefits



GUK pride ourselves in offering benefits that promote health and wellbeing.



* Ride to Work Scheme
* Employee Assistance Program
* Credit Union
* Employee of the Month/Year







GUK / RUK is an equal opportunities employer, we encourage applications from a diverse range of individuals. We believe that a
diverse talented workforce nurtures excellence and makes us a great place to work, where individuality and inclusivity are
celebrated.



We reserve the right to stop taking applications when we have had a suitable amount of response.

Legal Clerk

Service Care Legal are currently working alongside a thriving local authority, based in Worcestershire, which is currently seeking to recruit a Legal Clerk to join their team. The Legal Clerk will be based in the Adults and Education team, providing support to the Solicitors and Legal Assistants. The successful candidate will be responsible for providing legal advice and managing a personal caseload in relation to civil litigation, debt recovery and enforcement across all Directorates of the County Council.

ROLE: Legal Clerk

LOCATION: Worcestershire

RATE: £14-£15ph

CONTRACT LENGTH: 3 month rolling

Key duties include:

• Providing a comprehensive debt recovery service to the County Council in a wide range of highly complex commercial, contractual consumer and statutory debt recovery cases with minimal supervision, on behalf of all of the Council's Directorates
• Recovery of Adult Social care debt including residential and non-residential care fees
• To assist, provide advice and represent the County Council in a wide range of Educational matters.

Requirements

• A legal qualification or relevant experience
• Ideally experience in debt recovery and enforcement
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• The ability to work independently and as part of a team

Benefits

• Flexible working arrangements
• Weekly pay
• Hybrid working

If this Legal Clerk vacancy sounds like an opportunity that is right for you or someone you know, then don't hesitate to get in touch with Hugh Barnes via email, Hugh.Barnes@servicecare.org.uk, or via phone at 01772208969 .

We also welcome referrals for this position, where a successful recommendation would be worth £250.

Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme

Your new company
Hays are working with a Bromsgrove based Legal firm who are recruiting for a Legal Secretary to join them on a permanent basis.
Your new role
You will provide administrative support a specific division in the Firm with duties to include:

• Handle new client enquiries on the telephone or in person and dealing with queries
• Closing and updating files and other records on the database
• Maintaining the storage of files
• Allocating post to the appropriate persons
• Supporting with the chasing of clients for payment of costs/ disbursements
• Filing and scanning of documents
• Diary management
• Undertake basic drafting of documents and due diligence where needed
• Any other duties and assistance commensurate to the role, as required from time to time.

This role is full time working Monday to Friday in the office.
What you'll need to succeed
Experience in the legal sector, or a similar role will be highly desired. Other requirements are:

• A proficient level of literacy and numeracy and experience MS Office including Word, Excel and Outlook.
• Experience of data entry and/or text processing
• Touch and audio typing experience desirable
• Proactive and able to work on own initiative alongside team working skills
• Organised and methodical with the ability to multi-task, prioritise and work in a fast paced environment
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy
• An understanding of and adherence to General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), and maintaining confidentiality and integrity at all times.
  
  
  

What you need to do now
If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.
If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career.

Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk

Service Care Legal are currently working alongside a local authority, based in the Worcestershire, which is in need of a Legal Assistant to join their Childcare Law team. The role will predominantly deal with preparing court bundles on behalf of the Childcare legal team. If this is of interest to you, then please read on.

ROLE: Legal Assistant - Childcare legal team

LOCATION: Worcestershire, hybrid working (2/3 days in the office a week)

RATE: £13-£13.10ph Umbrella

CONTRACT LENGTH: Rolling 3 month rolling contract

The role of a Legal Assistant:

• Assist Lawyers with functions relating to Childcare law
• Preparing court bundles and general admin
• Liaise with clients of the council and assist with new and ongoing case files

The Person:

• Someone with office and administration experience, ideally at a local authority
• A reliable individual who is willing to work hard as part of a team and is looking to commit to a position
• Ideally someone who has used a case management system (Iken) previously. This is not essential as training will be provided

• Ideally you will have worked in a legal office previously for 6 months and possess a law degree

Benefits to the Legal Assistant role:

• Hybrid working
• Excellent career opportunities
• Weekly pay

• There is potential to progress to an apprenticeship post for the right person

If this Legal Assistant opportunity sounds like an opportunity that is right for you or someone you know, then don't hesitate to get in touch with Hugh Barnes via email, Hugh.Barnes@servicecare.org.uk, or via phone at 01772208969.

We also welcome referrals for this position, where a successful recommendation would be worth £250.

Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme

One of the UK’s leading providers of housing, care and community services, Sanctuary Group employs around 13,000 people and manages more than 100,000 units of accommodation throughout England and Scotland, including general rented, retirement living, supported housing, student and key worker accommodation and care homes. Sanctuary also provides a range of other services including maintenance, care and telecare, all of which are delivered by our dedicated employees who are completely committed to customer service.

Legal Assistant – Conveyancing

Worcester based with a balance of home and office working

£25,944
- £27,309 per year
35 hours per week

We have a fantastic opportunity for a Legal Assistant – Conveyancing to join our Conveyancing team based in Worcester. As a Legal Assistant you will be dealing with all aspects of property resales for the business and the main focus of the role will be to support the delivery of conveyancing services in line with legal obligations and the Group's policies.

The role of Legal Assistant
- Conveyancing will include:
- Supporting the timely processing of enquiries/applications including re-sales, assignments, staircasing, lease extensions
- Supporting and progressing administrative tasks for the team which will include for example set up of new files, responding to re-sale enquiries, preparation of leasehold information packs and post completion tasks
- Providing a range of support and guidance services to relevant third parties concerning the above applications and enquiries
- Undertaking affordability assessments
- Communicating with different teams to request and gain information to then report this back to stakeholders and management
- Coordinating an effective legal administrative service, ensuring relevant activity is accurately recorded and maintained in line with corporate compliance
- Building and maintaining strong working relationships with stakeholders


Skills and experiences:

- Proven experience within a similar administrative role is essential
- Previous experience within a customer service focused admin role
- A working knowledge of housing regulations, legislation and current practice
- High accuracy with excellent attention to detail
- The ability to prioritise workload in order to meet deadlines
- Excellent communication skills with a good telephone manner
- Experience using Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook and Teams or similar


Why work for us?
One of the UK’s leading providers of housing, care and commercial services, Sanctuary employs more than 14,000 people and manages over 116,000 units of accommodation throughout England and Scotland, including general rented, retirement living, supported housing, student and key worker accommodation and care homes. Sanctuary also provides a range of other services including maintenance, care and telecare, all of which are delivered by our dedicated employees who are completely committed to customer service.

Our Benefits
As part of our commitment to making Sanctuary a great place to work, where your wellbeing is of genuine importance, we have developed an attractive employment package. The package recognises your contribution, supports your physical, mental and financial health and gives you the flexibility to tailor your employee benefits by offering:

- 25 days annual leave (rising to a maximum of 30 days) plus public holidays
- A pension scheme with matching employer contributions from Sanctuary up to set limits
- Life Assurance
- Employee Volunteering scheme
- Employee Advice Service including counselling
- Cycle to Work scheme
- Voluntary health plans
- Employee discounts
- Wellbeing support and tools
- Employee recognition scheme
- £25,944 per annum (rising to £27,309 per annum after 12 months, subject to satisfactory performance)


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Closing Date: 12 December 2023

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1. To deliver the requirements of the forensic practitioner service following the Codes of Practice of the Police and Criminal Evidence Act 1984 and the locally agreed protocols. 2. Provide advice and support to custody officers in determining the health care needs of detainees and the priorities of care, seeking advice from Seniors, Lead Seniors and Clinical Leads / Consultants on call when required. 3. Work with other members of the team to ensure that the service is provided at all times. Including demonstrating flexibility and acting supportively at all times. 4. Attend other sites as required: e.g. hospitals to carry out blood and toxicology procedures 5. Work with other members of the team including, where relevant: Liaison & Diversion, Court staff and Community Teams to ensure a seamless service is delivered, demonstrating flexibility and acting supportively at all times. 6. Identify vulnerabilities and make referrals to external services for the ongoing support of the service user 7. To understand and implement the principles of safeguarding children, young people and adults who have support needs. Ensuring compliance with local safeguarding policies, procedures and other statutory requirements. 8. Recognise any concerning features in presentation, history or examination that could be suggestive of safeguarding concerns and take relevant action, liaising with appropriate multi-disciplinary professionals. 9. Assist in the training of new team members. 10. Develop positive working relationships with the, custody staff, police officers, local health organisations, any consultants on call, drug referral workers, and other organisations which can contribute to the excellence of the service. 11. Keep accurate, complete and contemporaneous notes of work carried out, including the recording of injuries. Ensure all activities are logged using the appropriate systems: e.g. SystmOne, Rostering Management System (RMS), Service User Management System (SUMS), and relevant police force systems. 12. Provide written statements for court procedures, attending court when required to do so 13. Make use of clinical supervision opportunities to evaluate your own work and development. 14. Participate in the collection of data for service audits and other mechanisms for achieving continuous service improvement. 15. Abide by the NMC / HCPC code of conduct, maintain professional development through training and experience, and use opportunities to promote the role of health care professionals in the custody setting. 16. Promote the health and safety of staff and detainees in accordance with the H&S policy, taking action to remedy any observed problems and working in a way which minimises risk. Takes responsibility for updating themselves on procedural and clinical updates on the central systems (RMS) to ensure they are operating to the latest practices and standards Takes on responsibilities of tasks delegated by the company/management team as required.