14 jobs found in Grange-over-Sands

Senior Childcare Lawyer Rate: £55-£65 per hour - Negotiable DOE Contract Length: 3-6-month initial contract Northwest Local Authority Hybrid Working Key Responsibilities Manage a caseload of complex public and private children law matters. Advise on safeguarding, care proceedings, and related legislation. Conduct advocacy in contested proceedings where required. About You Be a qualified Solicitor, Barrister, or FCILEX (with advocacy rights). Have extensive experience in children and families law, ideally within a local authority setting. Demonstrate strong advocacy skills and confidence in court proceedings. If you're interested in this role, click the apply button or contact Max using the details below: (phone number removed) Our legal specialist, Max, has extensive experience across all areas of the legal market and recruits for positions at every level - from legal assistants and paralegals through to Directors of Legal and Monitoring Officers. If this particular...

Company Overview Our client is a proactive local authority based in the North West of England, committed to protecting public health, safeguarding the environment, and improving quality of life for its residents. Due to increased service demand, the council is seeking an experienced Environmental Protection Officer to support the Environmental Health function on an interim basis. Role Overview We are recruiting an Environmental Protection Officer for an initial 6-month contract, starting ASAP. The successful candidate will deliver a range of statutory environmental protection services, ensuring compliance with relevant legislation and contributing to effective enforcement across the district. This is a full-time position (37 hours per week), offering a competitive rate of £40–£45 per hour. Hybrid working may be available subject to service requirements. Key Responsibilities * Investigate complaints relating to statutory nuisance, including noise, smoke, odour, dust, and...

Key Purpose of Post To support all areas of work within the remit of the Strategic Contract Manager by providing support to the delivery of all the strategic contract management services provided across the Council which will include, but is not limited to, the preparation of data, information and reports. Acting as a point of contact for communications across the wider Procurement Service and Council.Main Responsibilities Effective and efficient administration of contract management activities. Liaising with all stakeholders to ensure communication and governance processes, payment, performance and benefit realisation monitoring, and the initiation of remedial/improvement activity are executed properly, enabling reporting that the corporate contracts are on track to deliver the commissioned/procured goods and services To add value through procurement and deliver contract compliance in all contracting activity. The purpose is to improve cost effective supply arrangements, whilst...

Key Purpose To assist the Strategic Contract Manager to manage contractual relationships and of providers through mobilisation, transition, delivery and exit of contracts To provide support and assistance to ensure that all contracts include appropriate arrangements, measures and mechanisms to enable delivery of the benefits and value of contracts throughout the contract life Ensure the Council can evidence effective delivery, efficient arrangements, wide market intelligence and active supplier assessment. Main Responsibilities To carry out a range of duties that enables the post holder to assist the Strategic Contract Manager in embedding and undertaking best contract management practices and ensuring that the Council operates national best practice in the evident delivery of the required outcomes, performances, and value over the whole life of contracts. To provide support with respect to contract management requirements in contract documentation, encompassing such as...

Key Purpose of Post: Working in the Information Services - Planning and Administration team to provide procurement, financial, asset management and administrative support that enables the department to meet and exceed agreed service levels to its customers. This role has an emphasis on procurement support and candidates are encouraged to draw specific reference to any experience and/or expertise in this field. Develop innovative solutions to solve business problems and identify opportunities to drive cost reductions across the company in line with fiscal planning. Deliver excellent customer service.Main Responsibilities of Post: Where required by a line manager, provide financial support to the IT services function. Where required by a line manager, provide procurement support to the IT services in accordance with company's financial regulations and Contract Standing orders. Where required by a line manager, provide administrative support to the IT services department...

A well established & friendly law firm are recruiting a locum family solicitor to help cover their busy workload. This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys working in the city! -Must be qualified (3 years PQE at least) -Oversee a portfolio of divorce and financial remedy cases. -Deliver clear, high-quality legal advice and client support. -Start date ASAP, office presence required (will consider hybrid) - 3 month contract (possability of extension)

HR Administrator – Immediate Start * Location: York (Hybrid – 2 days office / 3 days home) * Salary: £26,000 - £28000 * Contract: 6‑month Fixed Term Contract (with potential to develop your HR skills) Are you an organised, people‑focused administrator looking to develop your HR career? This is an exciting opportunity to join a busy, friendly and rewarding HR department where you’ll play a key role in keeping everything running smoothly. We’re looking for a HR Administrator who can hit the ground running and provide end‑to‑end HR administrative support across the full employee lifecycle. What you’ll be doing: * Managing all HR administration from recruitment through to off‑boarding * Preparing offer letters, contracts, and all associated onboarding documentation * Supporting the recruitment process, including advertising roles and coordinating interviews * Processing all employee changes and maintaining accurate HR records * Collating and inputting payroll...

About Cencora Our team members are at the heart of everything we do. At Cencora, we are united in our responsibility to create healthier futures, and every person here is essential to us being able to deliver on that purpose. If you want to make a difference at the centre of health, come join our innovative company and help us improve the lives of people and animals everywhere. Apply today! Job Details This role is in support of Cencora's veterinary and livestock production solutions marketed through our MWI Animal Health business. MWI Animal Health is a leading brand of Cencora, offering animal health services globally. Role Summary We are seeking a Health, Safety and Environment (HSE) Business Partner to join our Health, Safety & Environment team on a 12-month Fixed Term Contract. You will take ownership of HSE activity across our Stoke Distribution Centre and Northern sites, acting as a trusted advisor to leaders and teams. This is a hands-on role focused on risk...

Adult Social Care Paralegal – London Local Authority We are seeking an experienced and motivated Adult Social Care Paralegal to join a busy Legal Services team within a London Local Authority. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast‑paced public‑sector environment and is committed to supporting vulnerable adults through high‑quality legal work. Key Responsibilities * Provide legal support across the full range of Adult Social Care matters, including: * Mental Capacity Act (MCA) applications * Court of Protection proceedings * Deprivation of Liberty Safeguards (DoLS) * Community Care and Care Act 2014 matters * Ordinary residence and funding disputes * Prepare high‑quality legal documentation, including court bundles, witness statements, instructions to counsel, and case summaries. * Manage a varied caseload under supervision, ensuring deadlines are met and...

We are seeking a skilled and proactive Governance Solicitor to join a high‑performing Joint Legal Services team. This is an excellent opportunity for a governance specialist who enjoys varied, high‑impact work at the heart of public‑sector decision‑making. About the Role You will provide expert legal advice across a broad range of governance, constitutional, and public law matters. Working closely with senior officers, elected members, and service leads, you will help ensure that the authorities operate lawfully, transparently, and in line with best practice. Key Responsibilities * Advise on local government law, governance frameworks, and constitutional matters, including: * Committee structures and decision‑making processes * Scheme of delegation and constitutional reviews * Standards and member conduct * Information governance, FOI, and data protection issues * Public law challenges...

Job Title: Medico-Legal Consultant Psychiatrist (Remote) Location: Remote Fee: £400 per assessment (1-hour assessment + 1-hour report) Role Overview We are seeking an experienced and highly skilled Medico-Legal Consultant Psychiatrist to undertake remote psychiatric assessments and produce high-quality medico-legal reports. This role is ideal for a consultant psychiatrist with expertise in delivering clear, objective, and court-compliant opinions. Key Responsibilities Conduct comprehensive psychiatric assessments via secure video consultation (approximately 1 hour per assessment) Prepare detailed, structured medico-legal reports (approximately 1 hour per report) Provide independent, evidence-based opinions in line with medico-legal standards Assess diagnosis, causation, prognosis, and treatment needs where applicable Ensure reports are compliant with legal requirements and suitable for use in court Maintain accurate, confidential, and timely documentationRequirements...

Are you eager to make a tangible impact while working on diverse projects? A leading company in the Facilities Management industry is seeking a Commercial Consultant to operate from Home Based, bringing expertise to enhance performance and support teams effectively. The Role As the Commercial Consultant, you will:  Support the creation and development of commercial reporting and governance in line with contract requirements. Provide first-line commercial support to operational teams, addressing contractual queries and compliance processes. Collaborate with regional managers to identify risks and opportunities, contributing to effective resolution strategies. Drive commercial improvement by supporting operational and finance teams. Deliver training on commercial compliance and improvement techniques to contract teams. You To be successful as the Commercial Consultant you'll have the following skills and experience:  Degree standard education in Law, Business, or...

Locum director opportunity - Staffordshire A well-established law firm in Staffordshire is seeking a Locum Director to join on an initial 12-month contract, with an ASAP start. This is a strategic, non-fee-earning role focused on the smooth running of the firm. Responsibilities will include overseeing day-to-day management matters, annual compliance and audit processes, and staff-related issues, ensuring the business operates efficiently and in line with regulatory requirements. Ideal candidate must have 3+ years PQE (from any practice area), provided you have previous management experience within a legal environment. There is no requirement to handle a client caseload, although the option is available if desired. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with strong leadership and organisational skills looking to step into a hands-on management position within a supportive firm environment

Job Title: HR Manager Contract Type: Fixed Term Contract 6 months Our client is seeking an enthusiastic and experienced HR Manager to lead their People Services team! Are you passionate about developing people, ensuring compliance, and creating a positive employee experience. About the Role: As the HR Manager, you'll be at the heart of our People Services team, supervising both UK-based People Services Coordinators and overseas to deliver efficient and effective HR administration, data management, and advisory support while ensuring full compliance with regulatory requirements across all countries in which they operate. Key Responsibilities: Provide hands-on HR support and ensure accurate data, effective administration, and processes throughout the employee life cycle. Maintain high standards of accuracy and compliance across all People Services activities. Supervise the People Services team, ensuring a structured work schedule that meets operational demands. Build strong...