Job Description
Organisation: Leicestershire County Council
Work Location: County Hall, Glenfield, Leicestershire, LE3 8RA
Salary: £28,605 - £34,359 per annum (pay award pending)
Working Hours: 37 Hours per week
Contract Type: Permanent
Closing Date: 25th May 2026
About The Role
Leicestershire County Council's Childcare Section seeks a Paralegal to provide one‑to‑one legal support to experienced childcare lawyers. The role involves a wide range of case management and public law outline related work, supported by a mentorship and supervisory structure designed to facilitate progression to full legal qualification.
Candidate Profile
* Experience as a Family/Childcare Law paralegal.
* Law Graduate or recent LPC/BPTC/BPTC equivalent completion.
* Willingness to gain experience while working towards the SQE.
* Recent CILEX Graduate seeking experience ahead of Fellowship application.
* Interest in pursuing a career in Family/Childcare Law.
Qualifications and Experience
* Recent Law degree with a family law option or equivalent legal qualification.
* Recent experience in a legal environment such as a solicitors' firm, in‑house legal department, law centre or citizens advice bureau, including drafting legal documentation.
* Knowledge of the Children Act 1989.
* Strong drafting skills for standard and non‑standard legal documents, with clear, concise written and oral communication.
* Planning, organisation and prioritisation skills; ability to work autonomously and as part of a team.
* Self‑motivation and initiative; approachable, cooperative, tactful, and diplomatic in confidential situations.
* Computer literacy with MS Word, Excel, Outlook, and case‑management systems; valid driving licence and vehicle access.
Flexible Working
We are open to discussions about flexible working arrangements including part‑time, job sharing, term‑time, flexible start and finish times, and hybrid working where appropriate.
Equal Opportunities
Reasonable adjustments will be considered for applicants with a disability. We are a Disability Confident Employer.
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