Position reference:
Directorate: Core | Service: Legal Services
Salary : £31,537 - £34,434
Working Arrangements : A gile Working
Hours per week : 37
Contract type: Permanent
We are happy to talk flexible working arrangements with you, please get in touch .
See our range of Employee Rewards: Employee rewards and benefits
Closing date : 06/03/2026 a t 23:59
This post requires a Basic Criminal Record Check
Prospective employees will be required to give a reasonable account of any significant periods (6 months or more in the past 3 years) of time living abroad.
When applying, please ensure you are prepared to start work with all the necessary legal documents, such as a valid visa, relevant to the type of work you will be undertaking. Please be aware that our organisation does not possess a Home Office license and, as a result, is unable to provide sponsorship for anyone seeking a visa as a skilled or temporary migrant worker.
Pensions Regulations have provisions to reduce pension payments in certain circumstances of those who return to work within local government service. If you are in receipt of a pension upon commencing employment with the authority, this may affect your pension entitlements and you should therefore seek advice from the relevant Pensions Authority.
At Barnsley Council you can start a career that makes a real difference to people's lives, helping our council and residents to be the best they can be.
We're an award-winning council and one of the biggest employers in the borough, supporting around 243,000 people. We put people at the heart of everything we do, and that includes our employees. As part of the team, we offer lots of benefits and rewards to support you to thrive and grow, like flexible working, employee discounts, support for your health and wellbeing, and opportunities for training and development to grow your career and develop your skills.
There's so much happening in our thriving borough, and now's the perfect time to join our excellent Legal Services team as we work to make Barnsley the place of possibilities.
We're an award-winning team and one of the biggest employers in the borough supporting around 243,000 people.
Working at Barnsley Council means being part of a team that makes a real difference to people's lives, where you can develop the skills you need to make change happen.
If you join the team you'll receive great pay alongside an excellent pension scheme. With flexible working we'll also support your work/life balance, helping you to adjust your hours and take time off when you need it.
We'll help you to develop your career and grow your skills with opportunities for training and development.
There's so much happening in our thriving borough and your talent and skills will help us make Barnsley the place of possibilities .
Key to our success is working with our residents, partners, businesses and organisations and building these partnerships to bring about change in Barnsley.
About The Post
Barnsley Council is an award-winning team and one of the biggest employers in the borough, Supporting around 243,000 people. There's so much happening in our thriving borough, and your talent will help us make Barnsley the place of possibilities.
our Legal department has been crowned 'In-house Team of the Year' at the prestigious Yorkshire Legal Awards. This incredible recognition celebrates our team's dedication, expertise, and outstanding contributions .
There has never been a more exciting time to work for Barnsley We boast a town of modern regeneration and welcome our employees to embrace 'Barnsley as their office '. Our location is central to nearby cities such as Sheffield and Leeds; our town centre is located just minutes away from the M1 and beyond the M62. We offer low-cost parking and accessible networks of public transport.
As a Council we pride ourselves in being an inclusive employer where a people-centred culture is at the forefront of supporting our people's well-being, motivation, and productivity. We understand the importance of flexibility and we offer a range of flexible working patterns to aid a work life balance that accommodates individual needs.
As a modern employer we actively remove the barriers to employment. We are keen to recruit individuals who will bring enthusiasm, commitment and motivation to the role of our Legal Assistant. Whether you are a retired professional looking for a part-time opportunity, a working parent or carer, living with a disability or long-term health condition, we welcome and value your application to join our team.
As a Legal Assistant the role is varied, and we have vacancies across a number of our legal teams ranging from Criminal and Civil litigation, Commercial Property, Contracts and Adult Social Care. You will support the council in achieving its strategic objectives by providing legal support to our legal services department closely working with our Senior Lawyers/Lawyers in day-to-day management of ongoing cases. We are looking for highly motivated individuals to contribute towards ensuring work undertaken supports the council in accordance with its policies, procedures and codes of practice. In return we offer a very competitive salary and benefits and as part of our "grow your own" strategy we run a Trainee Lawyer Programme, helping graduates achieve their vision of one day becoming a qualified lawyer.
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Job Profile: Legal Assistant Job
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Why work for us?
Please ensure you view the job profile for this role, as you will need to demonstrate in your CV & covering letter how you meet the required criteria.
We welcome the opportunity to have a chat about the role and are happy to address any questions you may have about flexible working arrangements, including as a result of caring responsibilities.
We're committed to creating a workplace where differences are valued and everyone truly feels able to be themselves. If you have any support needs during the recruitment process, please let us know.
At Barnsley Council, we believe in second chances and value diversity. Our recruitment process is inclusive, and we welcome applicants with past convictions. We're committed to fairness and do not discriminate. Join us in building a future where everyone has the opportunity to thrive. #InclusiveHiring #SecondChances"
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