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Teaching Assistant Level 3 – Reception Class
32.5 hrs per week / 46 weeks per year (Term Time) – For EYFS from 3rd November 2025

Teaching Assistant Level 3 - Pay Band F / SCP 12-17 £27,711 - £30,060 pro rata, per annum
(Actual Salary: £22,130.32 per annum)
Working hours 8:30am – 3:30pm

St. Mary and St. Paul’s School is looking to appoint an enthusiastic worker to join our EYFS team.
We are looking for a teaching assistant with level 3 qualifications who is enthusiastic, passionate about children, will be happy to contribute to the broader life of the school and is an excellent practitioner who will help to support and develop our school’s Christian ethos. &nbsp;
We can offer a friendly and supportive school that Ofsted has judged to be good, highlighting that “Pupils are happy and safe at this welcoming school. They are proud to celebrate each other’s achievements. Pupils said that staff care deeply for them. Pupils enjoy learning.” Our SIAMs Inspection said that “the school’s Christian character permeates all aspects of school life”.
Our school is fully committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our children and we expect all staff and volunteers to share the same commitment. The above post will be subject to enhanced DBS checks, satisfactory references and will be exempt from the provisions of the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974
By engaging in this recruitment process, shortlisted candidates consent to an online search in line with the Keeping Children Safe in Education Statutory Guidance 2022
Application forms and further details can be obtained from Gemma Baxendale (School Business Manager) on 0151 426 6869 or via email: <a href="mailto:maryandpaul@knowsley.gov.uk" target="_blank">maryandpaul@knowsley.gov.uk</a>. Applications must be returned by email to the same address.
Closing Date: Friday 12th September 
Interviews: Shortlisted candidates will be invited to school for interview.&nbsp; 
The interviews and observations will be held on Wednesday 1st October 2025.
Visits would be warmly welcomed.&nbsp; Please contact the school office/ email address for an appointment to visit the school.&nbsp; These will be on Tuesday 9th September.

Teaching Assistant Level 3

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Are you seeking a new challenge? Do you share our passion for education and want to make a difference to our&nbsp;children's future?
We are seeking an experienced Administrator starting 1st September 2025, fixed term until 31.08.26. The hours are 32.5 per week, working 8.30am to 3.30pm Monday to Friday, term time including INSET. This is an&nbsp;exciting opportunity to work within our dynamic and friendly team.
Children aged 3 - 11 come to our school from a range of backgrounds and&nbsp;with a wide range of abilities. We balance traditional values with leading edge teaching and learning techniques as&nbsp;our children work towards various independent school entrance examinations in addition to national&nbsp;tests. Working at Holy Spirit is demanding but extremely rewarding, not least due to the strong work ethic and&nbsp;community ethos of the school.
We are in a position to offer you:&nbsp;
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<li>A supportive school staff community</li>
<li>Support of experienced professionals from St Joseph CMAT Central Team</li>
<li>Opportunities for high quality professional development.</li>
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This is an excellent opportunity that will prove extremely rewarding for the right candidate with the desire to&nbsp;work in a school that is Good in all areas "Pupils relish their time at this dynamic school" - Ofsted 2024
St Joseph CMAT is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect&nbsp;all staff to share this commitment. Where the post is engaged in regulated activity, and/or an opportunity for&nbsp;contact with children the position will be subject to an enhanced DBS check. In addition, as part of the shortlisting&nbsp;process, and in accordance with statutory guidance, we may carry out an online search (for publicly available&nbsp;material) to help identify any incidents or issues that have happened which we may want to explore with&nbsp;shortlisted applicants at interview.

Administrator

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Hours:&nbsp;37 hours per week
Salary:&nbsp;SK2 pro rata (£12.60 per hour plus £1.52 rolled up holiday pay)
Contract:&nbsp;Fixed term (18th August 2025 to 26th September 2025)
To provide a high quality, multi-disciplined and effective customer service ensuring that any enquiry is responded to in a timely, accurate and efficient manner.&nbsp; (The duties and responsibilities attached to the job may vary from time to time without changing the general character of the duties or the level of responsibility entailed).
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<li>Receive and assist customers visiting and contacting the Council via any means of communication to the highest standards of customer care as specified in the Customer Service Standards.</li>
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<li>Provide customer services across the waste service functions on behalf of the Council.</li>
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<li>Record all contacts in the Customer Relationship Management System (CRM). If unable to deal with an enquiry, then identify service specialists and make appropriate transfer to ‘back office’.</li>
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<li>Interpretation of customer enquiry to establish correct management of enquiry which could include signposting, part completion or full resolution.</li>
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<li>Use comprehensive IT systems to manage enquiries, access information and to provide customers update information on outstanding enquiries (access and updating of administrative systems in ‘back office’ sections may be required).</li>
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<li>Actively encourage and promote the use of self service, supporting customers to do so face to face and over the telephone in a call centre environment.</li>
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<li>At all times, act as an ambassador for the customer service centre and South Kesteven District Council and assisting communications and/or liaison with staff in service sections, senior management, Councillors, members of the public and other agencies.</li>
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<li>Proactively help to resolve complaints including them on the CRM database and advising customers of applicable Complaints Procedures.</li>
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This role is not politically restricted.

Casual Customer Services Advisor

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We’re looking for an experienced Policy and Plans Manager to lead the development of evidence-based transport strategies and action plans that support healthier, more sustainable and inclusive ways to move around our borough. 
 
You’ll be part of the Strategic Planning &amp; Policy team in the Journeys and Places programme – responsible for delivering all new transport projects in Enfield. This is a key role for someone who understands how policy and data can influence real-world outcomes. 
 
You will: 
 
 - Lead the development of transport strategies and detailed action plans for walking, cycling, public transport and more 
 - Use local and strategic data (including borough-wide monitoring sensors) to track progress against our targets and shape future projects 
 - Work across teams to identify and prioritise transport schemes that improve safety, reduce car dependency and support community needs 
 - Prepare funding bids and maximise contributions from developers and other sources 
 - Line manage two professional officers, supporting their development and performance 
 - Represent the Council in external partnerships and across the organisation 
 
About you: 
You’ll bring a solid background in transport planning or policy, ideally with local authority experience. You’ll be confident in developing strategy and presenting evidence clearly – whether through data dashboards, formal reports or committee briefings. A good understanding of how transport policy links to wider corporate aims such as climate action, regeneration and equity is essential. 
 
Contact Details - 
If you would like to know more about the role, please contact Richard Eason on <a href="mailto:richard.eason@enfield.gov.uk" target="_blank">richard.eason@enfield.gov.uk</a> for an informal discussion. 
If you have any difficulties accessing this information, please contact Claire Turner, Senior Recruitment Advisor on 0208 132 1024 or <a href="mailto:claire.turner@enfield.gov.uk" target="_blank">claire.turner@enfield.gov.uk</a> 
 
We do not see your name or title when shortlisting your application. This is one of many initiatives to build a more talented and diverse workforce. However, if you put your name on your CV or Statement it will be visible to us. For this reason, we ask that you do not include your name on these documents. 
 
Please note it is your responses to the Essential/Desirable criteria, as detailed in the Job Description and Person Specification which is available on the job advert, that will determine if you are shortlisted for an interview, therefore we encourage you to always address the essential and desirable criteria in your supporting statement within your application. 
 
We are passionate about our people and how we deliver services to our community in Enfield. That’s why we encourage a culture that puts our customers at the heart of everything we do - by empowering our people to work together to find solutions, be open, honest and respectful, take responsibility and listen and learn. If you value these behaviours too, we’d love to hear from you - and of course we are always happy to talk flexible working. 
 
Why it's great to work for Enfield Council: 
 
 - An excellent pension through the Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS). 
 - Up to 32 days annual leave depending on grade and length of service. You will also get eight public holidays per year and an extra day off at Christmas. 
 - A blend of remote and office based working for most roles. 
 - Interest free season ticket loan repayable over three or ten months. 
 - Career development and learning experiences from a range of training courses and learning methods. 
 - Employee Assistance Programme to provide advice and counselling services. This is a free and confidential service available to staff and members of their family. 
 - Health and leisure discounts and tax-free bikes for work. 
 - 1 month's paid sabbatical for registered Social Workers working in Children's Social Care.

London Borough of Enfield

Policy and Plans Manager

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Proactive Administrative Assistant - Fixed term contract until 31st January 2026&nbsp;
Post No: 44597
Salary: Starting from £25,584 to £27,269 p.a.
Grade: Grade 3
Hours: 37 hours per week&nbsp;
Place of work: Worthing Town Hall
Closing date: 14th August&nbsp;2025
Interviews: TBC
Adur and Worthing Councils are committed to working with residents to help enable people lead positive and independent lives and to access the right support where they need it. This is reflected in the Councils’ corporate plan - Our Plan.
We are recruiting for an enthusiastic, adaptable and motivated team player to support our Proactive Case Workers to deliver this work. This post will form part of our Proactive programme.
Working as part of our Proactive Team, the postholder will support the Proactive Team Leader by undertaking administrative duties. This will include collating data from various systems and ensuring that the information held is accurate and up to date. Liaising with residents and landlords to support our work in preventing homelessness and corresponding with customers by letter and e-mail.
The successful candidate will need to demonstrate excellent organisational and administrative skills with meticulous attention to detail.
Experience of working in a busy administrative environment and the ability to communicate confidently with customers and colleagues is essential. It is also essential that you can demonstrate numeracy, literacy and strong IT skills.
The successful candidate will be subject to a Basic DBS clearance and three years employment referencing.
At Adur &amp; Worthing, we are committed to supporting care leavers, in accordance with the Children (Leaving Care) Act 2000 and the Children and Social Work Act 2017. To that end, we operate a guaranteed interview scheme for anyone meeting the essential criteria of the role they are applying for. In order to be considered for this, you will need to be a care leaver under the age of 25 at the time of application. Please confirm that you are a care leaver in the "Showing how you meet the person specification and job description" section of the application form.&nbsp;
As a Disability Confident employer, we will ensure that a fair and proportionate number of applicants declaring a disability, that meet the essential criteria for this position, will be offered an interview.&nbsp;
Staff are our most important asset and we therefore have a benefit package which reflects our continuing commitment to our employees.&nbsp; This includes:
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<li>Generous leave entitlement; a minimum of 26 days + Bank Holiday entitlement</li>
<li>Local Government Pension</li>
<li>Training &amp; development</li>
<li>Occupational Health</li>
<li>Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)</li>
<li>Employee resource groups/networks&nbsp;</li>
<li>Buddy Support Programme&nbsp;&nbsp;</li>
<li>Flexible working options</li>
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We are committed to promoting a diverse and inclusive community - a place where we can all be ourselves and succeed on merit. Staff work in a supportive and safe environment, recognising their responsibility to value and respect each other’s contributions. Standards of conduct must be of the highest level to ensure that no-one is harassed, bullied or victimised. We offer a range of family friendly, inclusive employment policies, staff engagement forums and are keen to hear from applicants from a variety of different backgrounds.

Adur & Worthing Councils

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<h2>Job introduction</h2>Eligibility to work in the UK will be verified in the final stages of the selection process.&nbsp;All candidates must either already have a right to work in the UK before commencing employment or meet the Home Office criteria for Visa sponsorship.&nbsp;Candidates who require sponsorship should evaluate the Home Office eligibility <a href="https://protect-eu.mimecast.com/s/gRWgCZ668UPJVq6ijjIC3?domain=urldefense.com" target="_blank">criteria</a> for a Skilled Worker visa before applying.This is not legal advice, and we advise you to seek your own independent legal advice tailored to your own personal circumstances.Job title: Senior Engineer - Urban Traffic Control (UTC)A bit about us:Liverpool is home to vibrant, energetic, and engaged communities, people who take real ownership of their local area and are passionate about making our city a better place.&nbsp;We've got ambitious targets to meet and we need people who are driven, dynamic and ready to deliver the very best for our communities.&nbsp;Public service is more important than ever, and this role represents a real opportunity to make a difference to our communities by transforming the way we work and placing our residents at the heart of everything we do.&nbsp;Working at Liverpool City Council provides an opportunity to contribute to your community and make a positive impact on the lives of residents. Our values shape how we work to deliver public services, and how we communicate with the residents we serve. We care about the best outcomes for local people, through our public services.We are proud of our world-famous thriving city with its rich culture, as well as affordable housing, good schools, beautiful green spaces – there’s really something for everyone!The role:<ul>
<li>Liverpool City Council’s Network Management Team are recruiting to a number of exciting new positions - offering you the chance to be part of a dynamic team dedicated to innovative network management and urban development</li>
<li>We are seeking a motivated Senior Engineer to support the UTC Principal Engineer and Team Leader, keeping the city moving through good management, maintenance and programming of traffic signals across the city</li>
<li>The ideal candidate for the role of Senior Engineer will possess a HNC / HND / OND in Engineering and / or significant experience in the design and management of citywide traffic signal controls and delivery of highway improvement, ITS and / or other engineering projects.&nbsp;They must also have excellent communication, time management and IT skills, along with knowledge of Local Government regulations and procedures</li>
<li>If you meet all of the essential criteria and are ready to make a real impact in shaping the future of Liverpool’s highways and transportation infrastructure, apply today!</li>
</ul>Our offer to you:<ul>
<li>At least 27 days holiday, plus bank holidays rising to 32 after 5 years’ service (pro rata if part time) - option to purchase further days</li>
<li>Agile working - a 'Flexibility First' approach to agile working, where flexibility is the norm rather than the exception</li>
<li>Part of the Local Government Pension Scheme - option to join the AVC Scheme</li>
<li>Progression -&nbsp;opportunities and training through a wide range of high quality learning</li>
<li>Health and Wellbeing offer including Employee Assistance Programme</li>
<li>Cycle to Work and Travel Pass Schemes&nbsp;</li>
<li>Drive Time - a salary sacrifice car lease scheme</li>
<li>Family friendly policies with enhanced leave &nbsp;</li>
<li>Discounted Gym Memberships&nbsp;</li>
<li>Employee Volunteering Scheme&nbsp;</li>
<li>Medicash&nbsp;</li>
</ul>Next steps: Closing date: midnight Sunday 24th August 2025 Shortlisting date: W/C Monday 25th August 2025 Interview date: September 2025 Interview type: face to face competency interviewWe reserve the right to close vacancies earlier than the specified date should we receive sufficient applications. If interested, please complete an application as early as possible.If you would like any further information or an informal discussion, please contact Dave Smith via&nbsp;<a href="mailto:david.smith@liverpool.gov.uk" target="_blank">david.smith@liverpool.gov.uk</a>Watch our recruitment video and see what life is like working at Liverpool City Council.Liverpool City Council is committed to fostering a workforce representative of the communities we serve.&nbsp;As an Equal Opportunities Employer, we believe in appointing candidates based on their skills, experience, qualifications, and abilities.&nbsp;To support this commitment, we guarantee an interview to candidates from under-represented groups who meet the minimum essential criteria for the role.&nbsp;If you require any reasonable adjustments in line with the Equality Act 2010, such as an application form in a different format or additional time to complete your application, please contact us at&nbsp;<a href="mailto:recruitment@liverpool.gov.uk" target="_blank">recruitment@liverpool.gov.uk</a>.Although we advertise on Jobs Go Public, and other websites, your application process will be directed to our Tribepad system.&nbsp;Please note that all communication regarding your application for this post will be sent to the email address that you have registered on Tribepad, including your invite to interview if you are shortlisted. Please check your emails regularly, including Spam / Junk, after the closing dates for notifications. &nbsp;Please ensure you complete your full profile, work and education history in Tribepad.

Liverpool City Council

Liverpool City Council needs you!

Senior Engineer - Urban Traffic Control

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Please note, we do not accept CVs submitted without a fully completed online application form.
Please contact Recruitment Services on 01784 444263 (24hr answer phone) or email <a href="mailto:recruitment@spelthorne.gov.uk" target="_blank">recruitment@spelthorne.gov.uk</a> if you are having difficulty applying online.
Planning Officer (Policy) 1-year Fixed Term 
Full time 36 hours
Salary £27,683 - £42,659 p.a Plus essential car user allowance
An exciting opportunity has arisen to join the Strategic Planning Team at Spelthorne Borough Council, which is responsible for preparing a new Local Plan and supporting policies, along with a number of strategic projects. This flexible hybrid role will be a challenging but rewarding position for a graduate planner, someone looking to return to work after a career break or an existing Planning Officer looking to broaden their experience. It offers the opportunity for a great work-life balance for the successful candidate.
Spelthorne is located in North Surrey and borders London and Heathrow Airport so we encounter a range of issues, including high levels of housing need, including affordable housing, pressure to release Green Belt for development, flooding, a broad mix of employment uses and the regeneration of our key town centre, Staines-upon-Thames. In a time of change for Planning and local government reorganisation the post will involve a diverse range of work, including playing a key role in supporting the work of the Strategic Planning Team in a diverse range of strategic projects.
The successful candidate will need to have a flexible approach to work and have excellent engagement, problem solving and communication skills with a good knowledge of the Local Plan system and relevant legislation. Web-based skills and experience of using GIS, consultation and engagement software would be a particular advantage.
This post is identified as a hybrid post supporting both office and home working in line with Spelthorne Borough Council’s policy. The post holder will be required to attend the office in line with a rota and any service requirements.
The ability to converse at ease with customers and provide advice in accurate spoken English is essential for customer facing posts.&nbsp; These posts fall within the scope of the Code of Practice on English language requirement for public sector workers.&nbsp; The Council, therefore, has a statutory duty under Part 7 of the Immigration Act 2016 to ensure that post holders have a command of spoken English sufficient for the effective performance of the job requirements. If you have any queries or would like to discuss this further, please contact Human Resources.
Please note that as part of the employment checks, this post has an essential car user allowance attached to it. A valid driving licence, and access to a vehicle insured for business use will be required.
For more information on this position, please contact Laura Richardson, Strategic Planning and Projects Manager on 01784 448594 or email <a href="mailto:l.richardson@spelthorne.gov.uk" target="_blank">l.richardson@spelthorne.gov.uk</a>
In return we can offer excellent conditions of service with a benefits package that includes flexible working hours, working from home opportunities, pension scheme, free parking and at least 23 days’ paid leave per year (pro rata).
Closing date: Friday 15 August 2025 (noon)
Interview: To be confirmed
For full information and to apply online, go to <a href="http://www.surreyjobs.info" target="_blank">www.surreyjobs.info</a> or <a href="http://www.spelthorne.gov.uk" target="_blank">www.spelthorne.gov.uk</a> alternatively, please contact Recruitment Services on (01784 444263 (24hr answer phone) quoting reference number 1269.
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Are you passionate about making a difference in people’s lives through legal expertise and do you thrive in a committed, friendly and supportive team?&nbsp;We are looking for a senior legal professional who will provide expert legal advice, represent clients, and can teach, cascade and mentor staff in the Legal Services Unit (LSU). You will be responsible for ensuring compliance with legal standards and may also be involved in developing legal strategies.&nbsp;This is a fantastic opportunity to work with a Local Authority committed to high legal standards and to making a difference for the benefit of our community. If you are passionate about Highways and Rights of Way &nbsp;and have a proven track record of success, we encourage you to apply now.Main Responsibilities Responsibilities will include:&nbsp;<ul>
<li>Developing and putting in place programmes of development which are informed by national best practice up to date law and developments in law.&nbsp;</li>
<li>Developing and supporting the growth of consistent subject matter expertise within LSU. Undertaking highly complex, high risk legal cases and complex advocacy. Coaching and mentorship within LSU to develop others through training and sharing of expert knowledge.</li>
<li>Developing and delivering a selling services strategy within your subject area. </li>
</ul>The Ideal Candidate We are looking for&nbsp;you to,<ul>
<li>Be a subject matter expert with the ability to interpret complex legislation and provide high-quality legal advice to a range of stakeholders</li>
<li>Demonstrate excellent communication skills to train, mentor, and support the development of legal colleagues</li>
<li>Show commercial awareness and contribute to the marketing and growth of legal services</li>
<li>Possess strong prioritisation and organisational skills, with the ability to manage complex legal casework and competing pressures</li>
</ul>“We’re happy to talk flexible working”&nbsp; If you are unsure if your skills and experience are suitable for this role or you have any queries, please contact Robin Longhurst, Deputy Legal Services Manager via email, <a href="mailto:robin.longhurst@staffordshire.gov.uk" target="_blank">robin.longhurst@staffordshire.gov.uk</a>&nbsp; or Imran Razaq via email, <a href="mailto:imran.razaq@staffordshire.gov.uk" target="_blank">imran.razaq@staffordshire.gov.uk</a>&nbsp;Interview date: 21 August 2025 &nbsp;Our Recruitment Process: We anonymise applications during shortlisting to ensure only relevant information is considered. Please complete your application fully, especially the supporting statement, to highlight what you’ll bring to the role.About Staffordshire County Council We are no ordinary county council:Our Values:The core of who we are as an organisation. Just like we all have personal values that shape our thoughts and behaviour, organisational values drive how we think and act collectively.Our values were created and shaped by colleague feedback and national best practice and they sit at the heart of People Strategy:We have a real sense of community spirit that brings our people together. This feeling of belonging means we are all connected to what we do and take pride in the difference we make every day for Staffordshire people. We are ambitious and our sights are set firmly on a better future.We look forward and race ahead - that goes for your career too.&nbsp;Our benefits:We recognise that it is our employees that are central to everything we do. We aim to create a supportive working environment where employees can achieve their full potential and achieve a healthy work-life balance.&nbsp;In addition to your salary, as a member of staff, you will have access to&nbsp;<a href="https://www.careersatstaffordshire.co.uk/our-rewards-and-benefits/" target="_blank">Our rewards and benefits - Careers at Staffordshire</a>Our recruitment process:As an Authority we are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people/vulnerable adults and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.Staffordshire County Council is an equal opportunities organisation and Disability Confident employer. We encourage applications from all background and communitiesAs part of our commitment as a Disability Confident employer, a Gold&nbsp;Award Armed Forces employer and our commitment to supporting care leavers - we offer a guaranteed interview as long as your&nbsp;application meets the minimum criteria for the post.&nbsp;

Principal Lawyer - Highways and Rights of Way

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Are you passionate about making a difference in people’s lives through legal expertise and do you thrive in a committed, friendly and supportive team?&nbsp;We are looking for a senior legal professional who will provide expert legal advice, represent clients, and can teach, cascade and mentor staff in the Legal Services Unit (LSU). You will be responsible for ensuring compliance with legal standards and may also be involved in developing legal strategies.&nbsp;This is a fantastic opportunity to work with a Local Authority committed to high legal standards and to making a difference for the benefit of our community. If you are passionate about Adult Social Care and have a proven track record of success, we encourage you to apply now.Main Responsibilities Responsibilities will include:&nbsp;<ul>
<li>Developing and putting in place programmes of development which are informed by national best practice up to date law and developments in law.&nbsp;</li>
<li>Developing and supporting the growth of consistent subject matter expertise within LSU. Undertaking highly complex, high risk legal cases and complex advocacy. Coaching and mentorship within LSU to develop others through training and sharing of expert knowledge.</li>
<li>Developing and delivering a selling services strategy within your subject area. </li>
</ul>The Ideal Candidate We are looking for&nbsp;you to,&nbsp;<ul>
<li>Be a subject matter expert with the ability to interpret complex legislation and provide high-quality legal advice to a range of stakeholders</li>
<li>Demonstrate excellent communication skills to train, mentor, and support the development of legal colleagues</li>
<li>Show commercial awareness and contribute to the marketing and growth of legal services</li>
<li>Possess strong prioritisation and organisational skills, with the ability to manage complex legal casework and competing pressures</li>
</ul>“We’re happy to talk flexible working” If you are unsure if your skills and experience are suitable for this role or you have any queries, please contact Robin Longhurst, Deputy Legal Services Manager via email, <a href="mailto:robin.longhurst@staffordshire.gov.uk" target="_blank">robin.longhurst@staffordshire.gov.uk</a> or Imran Razaq, Deputy Legal Services Manager via email, <a href="mailto:imran.razaq@staffordshire.gov.uk" target="_blank">imran.razaq@staffordshire.gov.uk</a>&nbsp;Interview date: 21 August 2025 &nbsp;Our Recruitment Process: We anonymise applications during shortlisting to ensure only relevant information is considered. Please complete your application fully, especially the supporting statement, to highlight what you’ll bring to the role.About Staffordshire County Council We are no ordinary county council:Our Values:The core of who we are as an organisation. Just like we all have personal values that shape our thoughts and behaviour, organisational values drive how we think and act collectively.Our values were created and shaped by colleague feedback and national best practice and they sit at the heart of People Strategy:We have a real sense of community spirit that brings our people together. This feeling of belonging means we are all connected to what we do and take pride in the difference we make every day for Staffordshire people. We are ambitious and our sights are set firmly on a better future.We look forward and race ahead - that goes for your career too.&nbsp;Our benefits:We recognise that it is our employees that are central to everything we do. We aim to create a supportive working environment where employees can achieve their full potential and achieve a healthy work-life balance.&nbsp;In addition to your salary, as a member of staff, you will have access to&nbsp;<a href="https://www.careersatstaffordshire.co.uk/our-rewards-and-benefits/" target="_blank">Our rewards and benefits - Careers at Staffordshire</a>Our recruitment process:As an Authority we are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people/vulnerable adults and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.Staffordshire County Council is an equal opportunities organisation and Disability Confident employer. We encourage applications from all background and communitiesAs part of our commitment as a Disability Confident employer, a Gold&nbsp;Award Armed Forces employer and our commitment to supporting care leavers - we offer a guaranteed interview as long as your&nbsp;application meets the minimum criteria for the post.&nbsp;

Principal Lawyer - Adult Social Care

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Are you passionate about making a difference in people’s lives through legal expertise and do you thrive in a committed, friendly and supportive team?&nbsp;We are looking for a senior legal professional who will provide expert legal advice, represent clients, and can teach, cascade and mentor staff in the Legal Services Unit (LSU). You will be responsible for ensuring compliance with legal standards and may also be involved in developing legal strategies.&nbsp;This is a fantastic opportunity to work with a Local Authority committed to high legal standards and to making a difference for the benefit of our community. If you are passionate about Property &nbsp;and have a proven track record of success, we encourage you to apply now.Main Responsibilities Responsibilities will include:&nbsp;<ul>
<li>Developing and putting in place programmes of development which are informed by national best practice up to date law and developments in law.&nbsp;</li>
<li>Developing and supporting the growth of consistent subject matter expertise within LSU. Undertaking highly complex, high risk legal cases and complex advocacy. Coaching and mentorship within LSU to develop others through training and sharing of expert knowledge.</li>
<li>Developing and delivering a selling services strategy within your subject area. </li>
</ul>The Ideal Candidate We are looking for you to,<ul><li>Be a subject matter expert with the ability to interpret complex legislation and provide high-quality legal advice to a range of stakeholders</li></ul><ul>
<li>Demonstrate excellent communication skills to train, mentor, and support the development of legal colleagues</li>
<li>Show commercial awareness and contribute to the marketing and growth of legal services</li>
<li>Possess strong prioritisation and organisational skills, with the ability to manage complex legal casework and competing pressures</li>
</ul>If you are unsure if your skills and experience are suitable for this role or you have any queries, please contact Robin Longhurst, Deputy Legal Services Manager at <a href="mailto:robin.longhurst@staffordshire.gov.uk" target="_blank">robin.longhurst@staffordshire.gov.uk</a> or Imran Razaq, Deputy Legal Services Manager at <a href="mailto:imran.razaq@staffordshire.gov.uk" target="_blank">imran.razaq@staffordshire.gov.uk</a> .We’re happy to talk flexible working” &nbsp;Interview date: 21 August 2025 &nbsp;Our Recruitment Process: We anonymise applications during shortlisting to ensure only relevant information is considered. Please complete your application fully, especially the supporting statement, to highlight what you’ll bring to the role.About Staffordshire County Council We are no ordinary county council:Our Values:The core of who we are as an organisation. Just like we all have personal values that shape our thoughts and behaviour, organisational values drive how we think and act collectively.Our values were created and shaped by colleague feedback and national best practice and they sit at the heart of People Strategy:We have a real sense of community spirit that brings our people together. This feeling of belonging means we are all connected to what we do and take pride in the difference we make every day for Staffordshire people. We are ambitious and our sights are set firmly on a better future.We look forward and race ahead - that goes for your career too.&nbsp;Our benefits:We recognise that it is our employees that are central to everything we do. We aim to create a supportive working environment where employees can achieve their full potential and achieve a healthy work-life balance.&nbsp;In addition to your salary, as a member of staff, you will have access to&nbsp;<a href="https://www.careersatstaffordshire.co.uk/our-rewards-and-benefits/" target="_blank">Our rewards and benefits - Careers at Staffordshire</a>Our recruitment process:As an Authority we are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people/vulnerable adults and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.Staffordshire County Council is an equal opportunities organisation and Disability Confident employer. We encourage applications from all background and communitiesAs part of our commitment as a Disability Confident employer, a Gold&nbsp;Award Armed Forces employer and our commitment to supporting care leavers - we offer a guaranteed interview as long as your&nbsp;application meets the minimum criteria for the post.&nbsp;

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