The City of Doncaster Council is a confident, ambitious organisation which puts improving the life of its residents at the centre of everything we do. You have an opportunity to be part of this in the role of a Paralegal / Legal Officer supporting the Senior Legal Officers in their role advising and representing Doncaster’s Children, Young People and Families directorate in a varied range of children and young people legal matters. The post holder will have experience of working within a busy legal department and preferably have some experience of public child care law. The post holder will support Senior Legal Officers within the team in managing their caseloads including drafting documents, attending public law outline meetings (subject to experience) and liaising with the Courts and other professionals as required. The successful applicant will have good communication skills and be able to manage their time effectively and efficiently. The childcare legal team is a well-established, supportive, dedicated and friendly team. Regular supervision is offered and opportunities for further learning and development are available and encouraged. In return for your hard work and dedication, we can offer you the chance to be part of a great team dedicated to ensuring that all people in Doncaster thrive. You will also have access to a variety of attractive employee benefits including competitive leave entitlement, a generous local government pension scheme, a wide range of well-being support and development opportunities. You will also have access to a range of staff discount and benefits schemes. More information on the benefits available to you as a City of Doncaster Council employee can be found in the attached benefits book. For further information please contact Amanda White on (01302) 734614 or e-mail: amanda.white2@doncaster.gov.uk To apply please click the Apply Now link below.