4 jobs found in Poole

Job Title: Housing Reviews Officer Location: Remote Contract Type: Temporary (4 weeks) Salary: £25- £29 per hour (DOE) Hours: 15 hours per week About Us Connect2Dorset is the managed service provider for Dorset Council, supplying high-quality temporary, contract, and interim staffing solutions across various departments. We are proud to be an ethical, trustworthy, and caring organisation. About the Role We are seeking an experienced Housing Reviews Officer to join Dorset Council on a fully remote, home-based basis (15 hours per week). This role involves carrying out statutory housing reviews under Parts VI and VII of the Housing Act 1996. The successful candidate will have strong experience undertaking Section 202 reviews within a Local Authority setting and will be confident drafting detailed, legally robust decision letters. You will apply up-to-date legislation, statutory guidance, case law, and council policy to ensure high-quality, well-reasoned review decisions that...

Job Title: Lawyer (Adults) Location: Dorchester (Remote) Contract Type: Temporary (3 months) Hours: 37 hours per week Salary: £50-£55 per hour About Us Connect2Dorset is the managed service provider for Dorset Council, delivering high-quality temporary, contract, and interim staffing solutions. We pride ourselves on being an ethical, transparent, and people-focused organisation, committed to supporting both our clients and candidates. About the Role Connect2Dorset is seeking experienced Adults Lawyers to join Dorset Council on a temporary basis for an initial period of 3 months, starting ASAP. This role will involve providing legal advice and representation in a range of Adult Social Care matters, with a particular focus on Court of Protection work and Mental Health law. The successful candidate will manage a varied caseload and provide clear, practical legal advice to client departments. At least one successful candidate must have experience of dealing with Deputyship...

Probation Officer – Court Reports Writer (Contract) Location: Cheshire Pay Rate: £28.63 per hour (Ltd/Umbrella) or £21.75 per hour (PAYE equivalent) Contract Type: Temporary / Contract Hours: Full Time Overview We are currently recruiting for an experienced Probation Officer to join a busy court team in Cheshire on a full-time contract basis. This role will focus on the preparation of high-quality court reports, including same-day oral reports and written assessments, to support effective sentencing outcomes. This is an excellent opportunity for a qualified Probation Officer with recent court experience who is confident managing fast-paced workloads and working directly within criminal justice settings. Key Responsibilities Prepare and deliver accurate and timely Pre-Sentence Reports (PSRs) for court proceedings Conduct risk assessments and analyse offending behaviour using recognised assessment tools Provide sentencing recommendations to the court in line with current...

Receptionist wanted - Immediate start. We are currently seeking a professional and personable Receptionist to join a well-established legal firm based in Winchester on a short temporary basis. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with strong administrative and customer-facing experience who thrives in a professional office environment. This position is a short term temporary role. Key Responsibilities: Acting as the first point of contact for clients, visitors, and callers Managing a busy reception area and answering incoming calls professionally Booking meeting rooms and coordinating appointments Providing general administrative support to as and when needed. Maintaining confidentiality and handling sensitive information at all timesAbout You: Previous experience in a receptionist or front-of-house role (legal or professional services experience desirable) Confident communicator with a friendly and professional manner Strong organisational skills and attention to...