6 education jobs found in Lewes

Key Responsibilities ● Expert Advice: Deliver clear, consistent, and accurate legal advice to Council services and Members. ● Caseload Management: Manage a demanding caseload of complex legal matters, ensuring all work meets formal practice management standards (Lexcel). ● Advocacy & Representation: Undertake advocacy in courts and tribunals and attend evening committee meetings as required to advise on governance and procedure. ● Strategic Contribution: Assist in the development of corporate policies and operational plans that secure the achievement of Council objectives. ● Documentation: Draft complex legal reports and documentation while conducting thorough legal research and analysis. About You We are looking for a professional who is qualified as a Solicitor, Barrister, or Fellow of the Institute of Legal Executives. You should demonstrate: ● Sector Expertise: Proven experience in areas of law relevant to Education and Local Government. ● Communication Skills: Highly...

Temporary Accommodation Officer 📍 London (On-site initially, moving to hybrid) 💼 Contract Role We’re currently working with a forward-thinking London local authority to recruit an experienced Temporary Accommodation Officer to support a busy Housing Needs service. This is an excellent opportunity for a housing professional with strong knowledge of homelessness legislation and temporary accommodation placements to join a high-performing team. 🔑 The Role You will be responsible for the allocation, management, and monitoring of temporary accommodation placements, ensuring compliance with statutory duties and delivering a high-quality service to homeless households. Initially, the role will be fully office-based to support onboarding and training, with the opportunity to move to a hybrid working arrangement following a successful first few weeks. 🧩 Key Responsibilities * Managing the allocation and letting of temporary accommodation in line with legislation * Coordinating...

Senior Contracts Lawyer (Construction & Public Sector) Location: Dagenham (Hybrid working arrangements) Day Rate: £60 - £70 per hour Umbrella Duration: 6 months initially with scope for extension We are seeking an experienced senior Commercial Lawyer to join our client's legal team, with a particular focus on commercial contracts, construction matters and public sector projects. The role will involve advising on high value and strategically important commercial and infrastructure matters across a broad range of services and stakeholders. This is a senior position suited to a commercial minded lawyer who is confident operating autonomously, managing risk pragmatically and supporting senior leadership on complex legal and contractual issues. Key Responsibilities: Leading on advising internal stakeholders, drafting, negotiation and management of commercial contracts, construction contracts and public sector agreements Advising on construction and infrastructure projects,...

Housing Appeals Officer East London | £30.38 per hour Umbrella A Local Authority in East London is seeking an experienced Housing Appeals Officer to join their Housing team on an interim basis. This is an excellent opportunity for a housing professional with strong homelessness and appeals experience to play a key role in delivering fair, lawful and high-quality housing decisions. Key Responsibilities Conduct reviews on the suitability of accommodation offered to homeless households in line with statutory duties under the Homelessness Reduction Act. Review homelessness application decisions and housing register appeals. Manage appeals relating to council tenancies, including fixed-term tenancy reviews and introductory tenancy reviews. Prepare detailed, high-quality case reports and decision letters. Defend legal challenges relating to homelessness and allocations decisions. Ensure all decisions are legally compliant and in line with current legislation, guidance and case law....

Housing Solutions Reviews Officer Location: South East London Hours: 37 hours per week Working Hours: 09:00 – 17:00 Pay Rate: £36 per hour umbrella Contract Type: [3 to 6 months ongoing contract] Key Responsibilities Conduct statutory homelessness reviews, including Section 202 reviews, in line with the Housing Act 1996 (as amended). Review and evaluate housing decisions relating to duty owed, suitability of accommodation, priority need, intentionality, and local connection. Apply the Homelessness Code of Guidance, Review Regulations, and relevant case law to ensure decisions are legally sound and defensible. Prepare clear, comprehensive, and well-reasoned review decision letters within statutory timescales. Monitor compliance with housing legislation, policies, and procedures. Analyse trends and outcomes arising from reviews to identify service improvements. Work collaboratively with Housing Solutions teams, Legal Services, and partner agencies. Engage with residents and...

Reviews & Appeals Officer Location: Romford Job Type: Temporary Duration of booking: 6 months with possible extension Proposed start date: ASAP Pay Rates: £22.55 per hour PAYE inclusive of holiday pay Hours / Working Days: 36 hours per week / Monday to Friday, 9am – 5pm – Hybrid role Sector: Healthcare Based: Office / Hospital Role Purpose The Reviews & Appeals Officer is responsible for conducting independent reviews and appeals relating to homelessness applications, suitability of accommodation, housing register decisions, and tenancy matters in line with the Homelessness Reduction Act 2017 and related housing legislation. The role supports the Council in delivering fair, lawful, and customer-focused housing decisions while minimising legal risk and improving outcomes for residents facing housing need or homelessness. Key Responsibilities * Conduct statutory homelessness and housing reviews and produce legally compliant written decisions. * Review...