134 legal assistant jobs found

Legal Assistant    Location: 1 Catford Road, Catford, London, SE6 4RU Start Date: ASAP Contract Duration: 6+ Months Working Hours: Mon – Fri, 09:00 – 17:00, 37 Hours per week Pay Rate: £17.78 Per Hour Job Ref: OR18250 Job Responsibilities Assist with legal tasks under Senior Lawyer's guidance. Help prepare witness statements and court documents. Coordinate court appearances and represent the Council in minor cases. Support property transactions and contract matters. Conduct legal research and assist in complex transactions. Manage case files using computer systems. Stay updated on legal developments. Prepare reports and statistical data as needed. Follow equal opportunities and health and safety policies. Maintain contact with internal and external parties. Person Specifications Must Have Basic knowledge of office procedures and relevant law areas. Ability to learn quickly and work independently. Experience in a legal environment and document preparation....

Join a well-established Housing Association in a fulfilling Legal Assistant role that truly makes a difference to people's lives. This position offers the chance to support the Housing Legal Team with housing management matters and civil litigation, making a meaningful impact while benefiting from consistent, stable work. As a Legal Assistant, you'll be assisting the team with housing management cases, including civil injunctions and possession claims, while fostering strong collaboration between internal stakeholders and external legal partners. This is a rewarding role for someone who values a proactive approach to legal support, client-focused service, and a strong team dynamic. We'd love to hear from anyone with a background as a Legal Assistant, Paralegal, Housing Support Worker, or experience in civil litigation, housing law, or legal support, especially if you're passionate about providing legal assistance in housing management. As a Legal Assistant, you will be:...

A Housing Association is currently looking for a number of Disrepair Legal Assistants on a temporary basis for about 3 months Key responsibilities are as follows Lead on disrepair cases referred to you by the operational teams, with the goal of maximising income for the organisation Manage other legal cases assigned to you. Provide support to Paralegals, team managers and team leaders as required – particularly those where there is a crossover with disrepair to ensure cases are managed in a joined-up way. Work and support paralegals and work effectively with other departments on cases that may require their input to successfully defend and or settle disrepair cases. Represent the company well in external settings such as court, multi-agency meetings, local authority engagement meetings, mediation and casework panels on tenancy and lease breaches. Prepare, draft and respond to all necessary legal documentation and bundles, evidence and witness statements as required....

Legal Assistant Location: London Road, SM4 5DX Start Date: ASAP Contract Duration: 4+ months Working Hours: Mon – Fri, 09:00 – 17:00, 37 Hours per week Pay Rate: £ 15.98 per hour Job Ref: (phone number removed) Job Responsibilities Assist with legal documentation and correspondence. Maintain and organize legal files and records. Schedule appointments and manage calendars. Conduct basic legal research. Support lawyers in preparing for meetings and court sessions. Person Specifications Must Have Strong communication skills. Attention to detail. Ability to maintain confidentiality. Eligibility to work in the UK. Proficiency in office software. Nice to Have Previous experience in a legal environment. Familiarity with legal terminology. DISCLAIMER: By applying for this vacancy, you consent to your personal information being shared with our client and any relevant third parties we engage with, for the purpose of assessing your suitability for the role. You...

Our well-respected and established client is seeking a talented, friendly and enthusiastic Team Assistant to provide support within their Employment team. If you have previous experience working as a Legal or Team Assistant and are looking to strengthen your knowledge and experience further, this role could be exactly what you’re looking for! Full or part-time hours will be considered, office based and fixed term till April 2026. Responsibilities: * Dealing with the administrative aspects of the matter from file opening to file closing to include all compliance, file organisation and record keeping, billing, key dates, write offs, credit control matters, payment requests, archiving. * Typing dictation. * Scanning and allocating post to matter file in SOS. Notifying lawyers of all incoming communications. * Management of outgoing paper-based post. * Management of electronic documents sent from and to external parties, ensuring documents are downloaded, organised in...

Contracts and Procurement Solicitor Rate: £50-£55 per hour - Negotiable DOE Contract Length: 3-6-month initial contract London Borough Council Flexible Hybrid Working We are seeking an experienced and motivated Contracts & Procurement Solicitor to join a high-performing Legal Services team in London. This is an exciting opportunity to provide specialist legal advice across complex, high-profile matters, directly supporting the Council in delivering its strategic priorities and ensuring compliance with evolving procurement and governance requirements. Key Responsibilities Deliver expert legal advice on contracts, procurement law, Subsidy Control, governance, and related commercial matters. Manage a mixed caseload of complex and routine contract and procurement matters. Draft, review and negotiate contracts, contract engrossments, and legal implications for governance reports. What We're Looking For Qualified Solicitor entitled to practise in England and Wales....

Head of Legal Rate: £500-£600 per day - Negotiable DOE Contract Length: 3-6-month initial contract Northern Local Authority Flexible Hybrid Working - 2 days per week on site In partnership with a northern Local Authority, Spencer Clarke Group are recruiting for an exceptional Head of Legal. Reporting to the Director of Law and Governance, you will provide authoritative legal and governance advice to senior officers, elected members and key political stakeholders. This is a crucial role in service planning, performance, governance arrangements and delivery of high-quality, value-for-money services across the Council. Key Responsibilities Lead the Legal Services function, ensuring delivery of statutory duties, council priorities and high-quality legal advice. Provide strategic legal and governance advice to the Chief Executive, Executive Management Team, elected members and statutory officers. Lead on legal governance initiatives, projects and activities, ensuring...

Research Assistant - Entry Level/Graduate Opportunity My client is seeking a candidate with a 2:1 upwards within a relevant degree for the role - degrees including International Relations, Legal, Economics, Mathematics or similar. The successful candidate must be able to compose policies with ease - excellent written and spoken communication is required. This is a hybrid working position, working x 3 days in the office and x 2 from home. Duties will include: Review and evaluate legislation and policies You will be responsible for collecting data from company documents and inputting information Having a good understanding of Data Analytics and Trends would be advantageous Must be able to stay motivated whilst undertaking methodical researching/data entry tasks Gather data and produce reports on the qualitative and quantitative analysis Analyse market trends Candidate requirements: Master's degree in a related field preferred or 2:1 upwards within a relevant subject for the role...

Job Title: Year 6 Teaching Assistant (Part-Time) - Lancaster Location: North Lancaster Hours: 9:00am - 12:00pm, Monday to Friday (term-time only) Start Date: January 2026 Veritas Education are working in partnership with a welcoming primary school near Lancaster who are seeking a dedicated Teaching Assistant to support in Year 6. About the Role: Providing 1:1 support to a Year 6 pupil who is able to access the Upper Key Stage 2 curriculum. Offering general classroom support across the Year 6 class to enhance learning and engagement. Supporting some behavioural challenges with a patient and consistent approach. Working closely with the class teacher, SENCO and wider school team. Role is linked to a pupil with a pending EHCP (Education, Health and Care Plan). Hours & Contract: Part-time: 9am-12pm, Monday to Friday. Term-time only. Long-term position, until July 2026 The Ideal Candidate Will: Have prior experience supporting children in Key Stage 2, ideally with...

Learning Support Assistant - Lambeth Full-time | Long-term | £95+ per day (PAYE) Tradewind Recruitment is seeking a reliable, practical and committed Learning Support Assistant to join a well-run mainstream school in Lambeth. This is a long-term, full-time position starting immediately and suited to someone who can bring consistency, clear communication and a steady presence to the classroom. You will work closely with teachers to support pupils with a range of learning needs, help maintain a purposeful classroom environment and ensure students remain focused and engaged. The school values professionalism, punctuality and a calm, confident approach. If you can follow direction, use your initiative and build effective rapport with students and staff, we want to hear from you. Tradewind offers weekly PAYE pay, ongoing support from an experienced consultant and access to high-quality CPD. To be put forward for this role you must: Provide a full CV with complete employment...

Graduate Teaching Assistant - Wandsworth Full-time | Long-term | £95+ per day (PAYE) Tradewind Recruitment is looking for a focused, dependable Graduate Teaching Assistant to join a high-performing school in Wandsworth. This is a long-term, full-time position suited to a graduate who is serious about gaining solid classroom experience and supporting pupils' progress. You will work alongside teachers to deliver targeted support, reinforce learning, manage small-group tasks and help maintain a calm, purposeful environment. The school expects clear communication, consistency and a professional approach at all times. This role is ideal for graduates considering teacher training or other education-based pathways. Tradewind provides weekly PAYE pay, ongoing guidance from an experienced consultant and access to professional development. To be put forward for this role you must: Provide a full CV with complete employment history Hold, or be willing to obtain, an Enhanced DBS Have the...

Head of Asset Management – Valuation & Strategic Assets (Interim) – London Borough £444 PAYE / £600 Umbrella / Deemed LTD (Inside IR35) 35 hours per week Interim Contract A South London based Council are looking for an experienced Head of Asset Management to lead their Valuation & Strategic Assets service. This is a senior interim post covering a vacancy, providing strategic leadership across property valuations, disposals, acquisitions, landlord & tenant matters, and the development of the council’s Strategic Asset Management Plan. You’ll act as deputy to the Assistant Director, overseeing a team of up to 10 staff plus five consultant frameworks, ensuring the council maximises value from its estate and delivers high-quality, customer-focused professional property advice. Responsibilities Lead the VASA function, ensuring delivery of valuation, disposals, acquisitions, lettings and property transactions to the highest professional standards. Oversee strategic...

Higher Level Teaching Assistant Pay: £100-£115 per day Full-time/ Term Time only Dagenham, North London We are seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Higher Level Teaching Assistant to join our supportive team. The successful candidate will work closely with teaching staff to support learning across the curriculum, lead small group interventions, and occasionally cover whole classes such as English and Maths to GCSE students in the absence of the teacher. Higher Level Teaching Assistant Role: * Deliver planned learning activities to individuals and small groups. * Support pupils in accessing the curriculum and achieving their potential. * Lead and manage classroom activities in the teacher's absence, experieince in Secondary Schools. * Assist in the assessment and recording of pupil progress. * Contribute to the development of educational resources. * Support pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities. Higher Level Teaching Assistant Requirements: * HLTA status...

Teaching Assistant Mainstream Secondary School Hillingdon, West London December 2025 An excellent secondary school located in Hillingdon are looking for a motivated teaching assistant, who is able to work with children on a one to one basis and in small groups. The school highly values the importance of academic knowledge and are wanting to recruit someone who shares this ethos. You will be working alongside the teachers and other teaching assistants to support children in their attainment and progress. You will need to support children's learning up to GCSE level, be adaptable accordingly to the needs of the individual children, and make observations and carry out sessions instructed by the teacher to improve progress. Key skills and experience needed: Degree is preferred, in subjects such as psychology and sociology. Experience working with children. Contribute an enthusiastic and creative approach to learning. Support with the delivery of the curriculum. High levels of...

Teachers and Teaching Assistants required in Birmingham Are you looking to become a Teacher or Teaching Assistant based in Birmingham looking for long term, short term or day to day work? The Supply register are currently looking for dedicated and flexible individuals who are considering a career as a Teacher or Teaching Assistant to join us to work in primary and secondary schools based in Birmingham and surrounding areas ASAP! Come and join us for a hot drink and a chat about your career in education and how we can support you. Join us for our upcoming Registration Day: Wednesday 3rd December From 11am until 1pm CUBO Birmingham, 2 Chamberlain Sq, Birmingham B3 3AX This is a perfect opportunity to connect with our local team, explore potential roles, and complete the necessary paperwork to kickstart your supply teaching journey. We're here to support you every step of the way and match you with fulfilling teaching opportunities that align with your skills and interests....

Billings Assistant Wanted! 📄✨ Are you a detail-oriented professional with law firm experience? Our client, a reputable legal organisation based in Holborn, Central London, is on the lookout for a temporary Billings Assistant to join their dynamic team! This is an exciting opportunity to showcase your skills in a fast-paced environment just a 3-minute walk from Holborn train station. 🚉 What We Offer: Contract Type: Temporary Location: Holborn, Central London Hourly Rate: £15-18 per hour (dependent on experience) Work Schedule: 5 days in the office Contract Dates: 27 November - 16 DecemberKey Responsibilities: As a Billings Assistant, you will play a crucial role in the finance team. Your tasks will include: Raising and posting bills within the firm's practise management system. Assisting in the preparation, amendment, and finalisation of client invoices, ensuring accuracy and compliance with client guidelines. Liaising directly with lawyers and secretaries to resolve billing...

At Sennen Education we are working with a welcoming primary school in Manchester, who are seeking a committed and creative Learning Support Assistant. The ideal candidate will have experience working with primary-aged children and is confident to conduct planned small-group intervention sessions to support children’s learning. As a Learning Support Assistant you should: * Have good time management and know how to multitask * Be flexible and patient * Be able to communicate effectively within a team * Undertake duties as directed by teaching staff or head of departments. To join us and be successful in this Learning Support Assistant role, you will need: * A minimum of three months experience of supporting young people which you can evidence with references. * Enhanced DBS certificate (or be happy to pay for a new one) * Overseas Police Clearances (if applicable) and professional reference checks * Provide a CV with up to date employment/education history...

Are you a Psychology student or graduate looking for work with young people in the Weston-Super-Mare area? We are looking to fill temporary, short, and long-term vacancies both now and from January 2026. Benefits of working with Tradewind Flexibility - Choose the days that suit you best. Fit work around your social life week by week! Freedom and Autonomy -Choose when you want to work and where you want to work! It's a win-win. If you love working at a particular school just let us know and we'll prioritise you returning. If you don't like working at a particular school, no problem! You don't need to return. It's also a great way to gain experience in different schools if you're unsure about where you'd like to work on a permanent basis. Variety - No two days are the same. This is the perfect opportunity to work in a variety of schools and experience different settings and year groups. Develop your skill set and become an established teacher assistant with a great reputation in...

Billings Assistant Wanted! 📄✨ Are you a detail-oriented professional with law firm experience? Our client, a reputable legal organisation based in Holborn, Central London, is on the lookout for a temporary Billings Assistant to join their dynamic team! This is an exciting opportunity to showcase your skills in a fast-paced environment just a 3-minute walk from Holborn train station. 🚉 What We Offer: Contract Type: Temporary Location: Holborn, Central London Hourly Rate: £15-18 per hour (dependent on experience) Work Schedule: 5 days in the office Contract Dates: 27 November - 16 DecemberKey Responsibilities: As a Billings Assistant, you will play a crucial role in the finance team. Your tasks will include: Raising and posting bills within the firm's practise management system. Assisting in the preparation, amendment, and finalisation of client invoices, ensuring accuracy and compliance with client guidelines. Liaising directly with lawyers and secretaries to resolve billing...

Assistant SENDCo - Specialist SEN School Start: ASAP | Permanent Contract Salary: £27,500 - £30,500 + Welcome Bonus for candidates with prior SEN experience Are you passionate about making a meaningful difference in the lives of young people with special educational needs? Our thriving SEN school is seeking a dedicated Assistant SENDCo to join our supportive, forward-thinking team as soon as possible. About the Role As Assistant SENDCo, you will work closely with the SENDCo and senior leadership to ensure high-quality provision for our pupils. Your role will include: Supporting the coordination of SEND provision across the school Collaborating with teachers, therapists, and external agencies Overseeing personalised learning plans and progress tracking Providing guidance and support to staff to ensure inclusive practice Building strong relationships with pupils and families What We're Looking For We're seeking someone who is: Passionate about SEN and committed to...