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Homelessness Prevention Paralegal – Fixed Term Contract to 31.3.26
- Starting salary – £24,027
- Salary scale – SCP 3 -11 (£24,027 to £27,269)
- Contract – full time, 35 hours
- Location – Office based full time
- Application deadline: 28th March 2025 4.30pm
- Interview date: 4th April 2025
Benefits
- 32 days’ annual leave, plus minimum 12 days bank holidays (Pro rata if job share)
- Flexible working arrangements, including TOIL (Time Off in Lieu)
- Family friendly policies often above the legislative requirements.
- Excellent Pension Scheme with Employer Contribution at 8%
- Access to Employee Assistance Scheme
- Casual smart dress code
- Core hours from 9.30am to 4.30, standard full time is 35 hours per week
Job role
This role is ideal for someone who is looking to start their career in Law. Whilst a law degree would be advantageous, it is not an essential requirement as successful applicants will be supported to develop their skills, knowledge and experience. This position does not meet Qualifying Work experience for the SQE.
The successful applicant(s) will provide support and assistance to individuals and families who are at risk of homelessness. The role will involve interviewing clients and obtaining information from them, assisting them to complete forms and any other work that maybe required to prevent them from becoming homeless.
The successful applicant(s) must continue to foster close working relationship with current partners, whilst identifying and building new relationships with potential referrers.
There is expectation that you will support our solicitors in Court. On completion of training, and under close supervision, there is the opportunity to provide one off legal advice via the telephone.
All aspects of the role require the recording and maintaining of accurate information onto the Data Management System. You will be expected to undertake you own administration.
Job Description for Homelessness Prevention Paralegal -MARCH 25
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