Our client, a well-regarded law firm with a strong commitment to expanding its Family department, is looking to recruit a dedicated Paralegal with some prior Family law experience to join their growing team.
The Family department is entering a new and exciting chapter. With a recently regained Legal Aid contract and ambitions to further expand its legal aid offering, the firm is investing in the team to support both current demand and future growth.
You will work alongside a newly qualified solicitor who manages day-to-day operations, with supervision provided by the Partner and additional support from an experienced consultant. This structure ensures excellent guidance and development opportunities, while also allowing you to make a meaningful contribution from day one.
This is an excellent opportunity for someone seeking a role with genuine progression prospects in a forward-thinking practice committed to its Family law services.
The firm offers:
- A supportive environment with close supervision and mentoring
- Exposure to a varied caseload across family law matters
- The opportunity to contribute to the growth and development of the department
- Clear progression routes as the department expands
Requirements:
- Previous experience working in Family law (essential)
- Strong organisational and client-care skills
- A proactive approach and willingness to take responsibility
If youre looking to develop your Family law career in a firm that is committed to its people and its future, this is a fantastic opportunity to get involved at a pivotal stage.....Read more...
SUPPORT FOR PUPILS
Supervise and provide particular support for pupils, including those with special needs, ensuring their safety and access to learning activities
Establish constructive relationships with pupils and interact with them according to individual needs
Promote the inclusion and acceptance of all pupils
Encourage pupils to interact with others and engage in activities led by the teacher
Set challenging and demanding expectations and promote self-esteem and independence
Provide feedback to pupils in relation to progress and achievement under guidance of the teacher
Support with self-care skills e.g. Changing as necessary, supporting toilet training
SUPPORT FOR THE TEACHER
Create and maintain a purposeful, orderly and supportive environment, in accordance with lesson plans and assist with the display of pupils’ work
To provide a safe, caring, stimulating educational environment, both indoors and outdoors, at all times
Assist with the planning of learning activities
Monitor pupils’ responses to learning activities and accurately record achievement/progress, problems etc.
Promote good pupil behaviour, dealing promptly with conflict and incidents in line with established policy and encourage pupils to take responsibility for their own behaviour
Establish constructive relationships with parents/carers
Provide clerical/admin support e.g., photocopying, typing, filing, money, administer coursework
SUPPORT FOR THE CURRICULUM
Undertake structured and agreed learning activities/teaching programmes, adjusting activities according to pupils responses
Undertake programmes linked to local and national learning strategies e.g. literacy, numeracy, early years recording achievement and progress and feeding back to the teacher
Support the use of ICT in learning activities and develop pupils’ competence and independence in its use
Prepare, maintain and use equipment/resources required to meet the lesson plans/relevant learning activity and assist pupils in their use
SUPPORT FOR THE SCHOOL
Be aware of and comply with policies and procedures relating to child protection, health, safety and security, confidentiality and data protection, reporting all concerns to an appropriate person
Be aware of and support difference and ensure all pupils have equal access to opportunities to learn and develop
Contribute to the overall ethos/work/aims of the school
Appreciate and support the role of other professionals
Attend and participate in relevant meetings as required
Participate in training and other learning activities and performance development as required
Assist with the supervision of pupils out of lesson times, including before and after school and at lunchtime
Accompany teaching staff and pupils on visits, trips and out of school activities as required and take responsibility for a group under the supervision of the teacher
Show a duty of care and take appropriate action to comply with Safeguarding and health and safety requirements at all times
Demonstrate and promote commitment to equal opportunities and to the elimination of behaviour and practices that could be discriminatory
To safeguard, protect and promote the welfare of all children Experience
Working with or caring for children of relevant age
Training:
Level 3 Early Years Educator at Redcar & Cleveland College
Functional skills maths & English, if required
Training Outcome:An opportunity for a full-time position at the end of the apprenticeship.Employer Description:A very warm welcome to the Westgarth Primary School website. At Westgarth, we are very proud of our school and of the children that come to our school. Our motto ‘Where Every Student Thrives…’ demonstrates our firm commitment to our children and families. We aim to ensure that each and every child belonging to our Westgarth family is happy, confident and nurtured to reach their full potential, through providing a warm, inclusive, safe environment which puts wellbeing at the heart of what we do. Our strength is in our relationships and interactions with each other.
We are committed to providing a stimulating and motivating learning environment, one that equips and prepares our pupils for the 21st Century. We believe that everyone in school should enjoy their learning and feel proud of their achievements. To fulfil this, we will provide a curriculum which gives equal value to developing children’s academic, social, physical and emotional understanding. Our aim is to prepare every child so that they can make a positive contribution to the society in which they live and that they can function in the fast changing world in which they find themselves and we believe that by fostering a lifelong love of learning and the Westgarth values of Kindness, Respect, Independence and Resilience, we are providing the key foundations for our pupils to be able to live a full and happy adult life (thriving, not surviving).
As a school community we believe that our children only thrive when the entire school community – pupils, parents, staff, governors and the local community come together. We strongly value the relationships we have with our parents and recognise that effective partnerships are essential. We appreciate and value the support our parents give us and the role they play in enriching our children’s experiences and supporting their child’s education.Working Hours :Monday to Friday 8.30am to 4.00pm with a 45 minute break daily. Term time only.Skills: Communication skills,IT skills,Organisation skills,Team working,Initiative,Good numeracy/literacy skills,Empathetic,Ability to self-evaluate,Able to relate to children,Calm & caring nature,Kind, considerate and patient,Reliable,Confidentiality,Good sense of humour....Read more...
Awareness of and implementation of SQM procedures set down in the OM
Compliance with policy
Transcribing audio dictation
Typing
Administration of files in accordance with the OM
Dealing with clients by telephone and face to face for the making of appointments and general enquiries
Preparing claims for costs from and communicating with the LAA and NTT
Communicating with Court and criminal justice agency staff
Ensuring any developing issues are brought to the attention of the lawyers
Directing legal enquiries to a suitably qualified person within the Company
Raising any concerns you may have about a file with the caseworker in case anything has been overlooked
Participating in the management meetings when invited to do so
Identifying and bringing to the attention of the Directors any general concerns or breaches of policy or procedure
Training:Level 3 Business Administrator Apprenticeship Standard, which includes:
Level 2 Functional Skills in maths and English (if required)
End-Point Assessment (EPA)
Via your ITEC tutor and on-the-job training, you'll get the opportunity to learn:
IT
Record and document production
Decision-making
Interpersonal skills
Communications
Quality
Planning and organisation
Project management
Relevant regulation
Policies
Business fundamentals
External environment factors
Training Outcome:Possibility of a full-time position upon completion of the apprenticeship. Employer Description:A leading North East solicitors specialising in criminal, family, children, regulatory and compliance law services.Working Hours :Monday - Friday (exact hours to be confirmed).Skills: Communication skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Problem solving skills,Team working,Creative,Initiative....Read more...
Provide efficient and reliable chair-side support to Practice Clinicians.
The day to day duties of a dental nurse can span across all areas of the practice and can include:
Reception including answering the phone and greeting patients
Dealing with patient queries
Taking payments
Booking appointments and follow ups
Sterilising and preparing equipment for Dentists
Recording and dealing with patient records
Supporting patients wellbeing and dental experience
Cleaning dental areas including chairs
Managing stock of equipment and supplies
Any other duties to support the Dentists and senior team to provide effective patient care
Training:This qualification is a Level 3 advanced apprenticeship accredited by City & Guilds and is delivered nationwide through blended interactive E-Learning, enabling learners to access the course from anywhere in the UK. Upon achievement the apprentice will be awarded a Diploma in Dental Nursing Level 3. Functional Skills English & maths Level 2 qualifications unless already exempt.Training Outcome:With experience you may be able to move into jobs like team manager, team leader or dental practice manager.
With further training you could become a dental therapist, helping a dentist carry out the more routine dentistry work. You could also become a dental hygienist, helping people to look after their teeth and gums.
You might decide to train as an orthodontic therapist helping dentists to improve the look and position of a patient's teeth.
For more information on Dental Careers : Please visit :https://www.healthcareers.nhs.uk/Employer Description:We are now 15-practices-strong, and our clinics are spread across the UK. Our practices are well-equipped, and we invest in technology and infrastructure updates with a long-term perspective on business sustainability.
With our experience in dentistry, we know what dentists need in order to do their best for their patients: to feel in-charge of their practice. This is why, at Genix, we strive to make our clinicians feel that their surgery at their Genix Practice is their ‘own clinic within our clinic’. Now that you are with us, we would like you to know that you and we share a common objective: personal growth through provision of exceptional patient care!Working Hours :Monday to Friday
8:45am to 5:15pmSkills: Communication skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Customer care skills,Problem solving skills,Logical,Team working,Initiative,Non judgemental,Patience,Physical fitness....Read more...
