Healthcare Management

A public service organization in Northallerton is seeking a Paralegal Officer for a 6-month contract. This role involves providing paralegal support to the legal team, preparing court documents, and liaising with stakeholders. Ideal candidates will have strong organizational skills and attention to detail, with a flexible attitude. The position offers a hybrid working model and competitive employee rewards, including generous leave and pension schemes.

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Paralegal Officer to join Legal and Democratic Services supporting our fee earners on a wide range of legal matters on behalf of The North Yorkshire Council. The role We work on a portfolio basis, supporting the whole of the legal team as well as areas of particular specialism. In this instance, we are recruiting a Paralegal Officer on an initial 6 months' fixed term contract to provide paralegal support to the fee earners in our People Services (Childcare) team. The successful candidate may also be required to provide support to the wider Paralegal team as and when required. Duties will include, but are not limited to: Preparation, production and updating of documents and other material for court or tribunal, including court bundles, previous proceedings if applicable, summons, video evidence, statements, viability assessments, social worker reports etc ensuring all up to date information is included to be filed at the court or tribunal in time for hearings. Drafting care proceedings applications, placement applications and subsequent applications once case is in proceedings. Ensuring that all documents are filed with third parties/counsel/social workers. Preparation of draft orders, case summaries, summonses etc prior to hearings. Reviewing information and draft orders from court following a hearing and taking appropriate actions such as renewing interim care orders or complying with a disclosure requirement and preparing and submitting legal orders for sealing. Liaising with chambers to book counsel, negotiate fees and arrange conferences/advocates meetings with counsel. Thereafter preparing draft briefs to counsel and keeping them updated at all times, assisting them with documentation as and when necessary. Liaising with various stakeholders in respect of documents to be filed at court or tribunal, advising on key dates, arrangements, and requirements to assist in case preparation. Provide administrative assistance to counsel at court or tribunal on an ad hoc basis. Whilst it is preferable for applicants to have some knowledge or experience working in a legal environment or equivalent professional setting, it is not essential to have a legal qualification, as this role is primarily supporting our team of lawyers. The ideal candidate will have experience with prioritising and meeting deadlines, a good standard of organisational and people skills, excellent attention to detail and have a flexible, 'can do' attitude. Legal Services is part of Legal and Democratic Services ('LDS') within the Central Services Directorate of North Yorkshire Council who provide a range of services to the County of North Yorkshire. The role of the Legal Service team is to support the provision by providing a comprehensive and efficient legal service to the Directorates, the Council's Executive, full Council, Committees and Members, and external clients. The postholder will be based at one of the locality offices of The North Yorkshire Council but will also be required to attend County Hall, Northallerton from time to time. There is also scope to work remotely from home some of the time in line with our Corporate Hybrid Working Policy. If you enjoy working in a busy but rewarding environment, where you will be trained and gain experience to support the whole range of legal work carried out by The North Yorkshire Council, we would love to hear from you. What we can offer you You will benefit from a supportive management system and on-going personal development and performance management. As an organisation we strongly believe in promoting a work life balance, with flexible working opportunities and modern technology you will be able to deliver your role to suit both your personal and our business needs. In return for your hard work and dedication to our service, we can offer you the chance to be part of a strong and supportive team. You will benefit from a variety of competitive employee rewards such as generous leave entitlement and local government pension scheme. We also offer exceptional company benefits such as salary sacrifice schemes in technology, professional qualifications, and green car schemes as well as discounted retail offers, health schemes to name but a few. More information can be found in our Total Rewards Brochure. If you believe you are what we are looking for, we would like to hear from you. For an informal discussion and more information, please contact Laura Wood, Paralegal Team Leader at Key Dates: Closing Date: Monday 23rd February 2026 Interviews: W/C 2nd March 2026 Key documents Job Description To apply please click the Apply Now link below.

A local government authority in Dudley is looking for an Associate Director for Strategic Commissioning, Partnerships, Improvement and Innovation. This pivotal role will focus on driving transformation across Adult Social Care by leading innovation, ensuring sustainable services, and maintaining strategic oversight. The ideal candidate will have extensive commissioning expertise, a strong understanding of regulatory and NHS policies, and a proven track record of delivering high-quality, outcomes-focused services.

Overview Play a pivotal role shaping the future of Adult Social Care as Dudley Council undergoes an exciting period of renewal, driven by innovation, partnership working and a focus on sustainable, preventative and outcomes focused services. Dudley Council is seeking an exceptional, forward thinking Associate Director for Strategic Commissioning, Partnerships, Improvement and Innovation to drive whole system transformation across Adult Social Care. In this high impact strategic role, you will lead innovation, commissioning excellence and continuous improvement, ensuring services are sustainable, person centred and rooted in prevention. You'll work across the Council, NHS, voluntary sector and provider market, bringing strong strategic oversight to commissioning, quality, performance, financial governance and service development. We're looking for an inspirational leader with deep commissioning expertise, strong regulatory and NHS policy knowledge, a proven record of large-scale transformation and the vision, integrity and resilience to deliver high quality, outcomes focused services. Responsibilities Lead innovation, commissioning excellence and continuous improvement to ensure services are sustainable, person centred and rooted in prevention. Provide strategic oversight across commissioning, quality, performance, financial governance and service development. Collaborate across the Council, NHS, voluntary sector and provider market to drive whole system transformation. Qualifications Inspirational leader with deep commissioning expertise Strong regulatory and NHS policy knowledge Proven record of large-scale transformation Vision, integrity and resilience to deliver high quality, outcomes focused services How to apply For further details and to apply please click the apply button. The closing date for applications is Sunday 8 March 2026. Safeguarding The Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of vulnerable groups and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults; therefore, the post is subject to medical clearance and an enhanced DBS check.

An excellent opportunity has arisen within the London Borough of Redbridge for a Social Care Lawyer to join the Council to provide a comprehensive and professional legal service. You will report to the Principal Lawyer - Social Care within the Legal Department. You will also work closely with other Council departmental clients and specialist departments. You will provide the Council with expert advice and guidance on aspects of childcare proceedings related work and have extension experience in the preparation of court processes. Responsibilities: Provide expertise, knowledge and advice on all matters relating to children's social care functions, including public law care proceedings, adoption, child protection and fostering. Conduct a full range of work types in this area of work. Utilising skills and experience gained within a similar position; you will report to the Principal Lawyer (Social Care) and will have your own complex and varied caseload. To be successful in this role you will need to: Hold a Solicitor, Barrister, FILEX or similar qualification Have experience of childcare cases, preferably in a local government context Excellent knowledge of the law and practice in this area of law If you feel you meet the above requirements and are keen to join an ambitious, dynamic and innovative team, we would like to hear from you. To apply for this post please complete the online application form and attach your CV and a Covering Letter addressing how you meet the criteria for the role as stated in the person specification. All short-listed applicants will need to demonstrate proof of right to work in the UK. We are committed to employment practices that promote diversity and inclusion in employment and welcome applications from qualified applicants regardless of age, disability, gender identity, sex, marriage and civil partnership status, pregnancy and maternity status, colour, race, religion, or belief. Closing date: 8 March 2026 For further information or to apply, please click on the 'Enquire/Apply' button below.

A local government council in Greater London seeks a Social Care Lawyer to provide expert legal services related to children's social care. The ideal candidate will have a Solicitor or equivalent qualification, substantial experience in childcare law, and the ability to manage complex cases. Responsibilities include advising on public law care proceedings, adoption, and child protection matters. The role offers an opportunity to join a dynamic team dedicated to enhancing support for vulnerable children.

An excellent opportunity has arisen within the London Borough of Redbridge for an Adults Litigation Lawyer to join the Council to provide a comprehensive and professional legal service. You will report to the Principal Lawyer - Social Care within the Legal Department. You will also work closely with other Council departmental clients and specialist departments. As an in-house social care lawyer, you will have the opportunity to deal with an interesting workload and advise senior clients. Responsibilities Conduct a full caseload of adults and community care/Care Act 2014 matters including Court of Protection and Menal Health Act. Giving advice on DOLS application. Defending judicial review challenges including adults, age assessment and s.17/20 Children Act challenges and leaving care. To be successful in this role you will need to: Hold a Solicitor, Barrister, FILEX or similar qualification. Have extensive knowledge and experience of adult social care legislation and practice. Good knowledge of local government and public sector law affecting social care and health. Experience of working in a busy local authority setting. If you feel you meet the above requirements and are keen to join an ambitious, dynamic and innovative team, we would like to hear from you. To apply for this post please complete the online application form and attach your CV and a Covering Letter addressing how you meet the criteria for the role as stated in the person specification. All short-listed applicants will need to demonstrate proof of right to work in the UK. We are committed to employment practices that promote diversity and inclusion in employment and welcome applications from qualified applicants regardless of age, disability, gender identity, sex, marriage and civil partnership status, pregnancy and maternity status, colour, race, religion, or belief. Closing date: 8 March 2026 For further information or to apply, please click on the 'Enquire/Apply' button below.

A local council in the City of London is seeking an Adults Litigation Lawyer to provide comprehensive legal services. The role involves managing diverse cases related to adult and community care, advising on legal matters, and collaborating with various departments. Ideal candidates will possess a legal qualification and relevant experience in social care legislation. This dynamic role offers the chance to make a significant impact while working within a forward-thinking team.

This is a 22.5 hour part-time, permanent role with hybrid working, and a salary of £89,484 - £97,364 per annum (£53,690 - £58,418 per annum pro rata). About Us This role will serve a diverse population of approximately 160,000 residents inthe RoyalBorough of Windsor and Maidenhead (RBWM).RBWM is set in the wider county of Berkshire, one of the most economically productive and innovative areas of the country. The borough council-a unitary authority-takes pride in its exceptional team of dedicated professionals who are passionate about providing quality services to the community.RBWM is a unique borough, with huge opportunity given its proximity to London and expanding business sectors, as well as being a major cultural and tourism area which includes international attractions such as Windsor Castle, Legoland and Ascot Racecourse. Given our Royal connections, the eyes of the world are often on us, and we continue to rise to the challenge. The Role We are looking for a Consultant in Public Health to work within our multidisciplinary team on a part time basis (3 days/week), focusing on healthcare public health and partnerships across RBWM and the wider Thames Valley geography. This is a new position, reflecting our commitment to strengthening local public health leadership, particularly in the field of healthcare public health, and delivering innovative, evidence based approaches to improve health outcomes and reduce inequalities with key partners such as the Health & Wellbeing Board member organisations including the emerging new Thames Valley Integrated Care Board (ICB). The post holder will lead strategic planning and delivery focused on healthcare public health, driven by our new Joint Health & Wellbeing Strategy, emerging Neighbourhood Health Plan and more broadly the new Thames Valley Population Health Unit, jointly led by the ICB and Thames Valley Directors of Public Health. The portfolio also includes providing consultant leadership to the Joint Strategic Needs Assessment, the Living Well theme within the Joint Health & Wellbeing Strategy, and Health Protection assurance. The postholder will work across RBWM Council, other Thames Valley public health teams, the emerging Thames Valley Integrated Care Board, and wider partners including Health & Wellbeing Board member organisations. You will report to the Director of Public Health and act as a senior public health representative at key system meetings. Main Duties and Responsibilities Lead delivery of the Joint Health & Wellbeing Strategy, focusing on the Living Well theme, and oversee the development and implementation of the Neighbourhood Health Plan with NHS partners, Primary Care Networks, and the Voluntary & Community Sector. Act as Senior Public Health representative at strategic forums, including the Health & Wellbeing Board and Integrated Care Board Place Committee. Shape system wide programmes with NHS partners and wider stakeholders to embed a whole system approach to health improvement. Drive the Joint Strategic Needs Assessment and performance framework, supported by the Senior Public Health Analyst and JSNA Steering Group. Provide leadership for health protection assurance within the team. As part of the Public Health Senior Management Team, contribute to strategic planning and provide expert advice across the service plan. Work collaboratively across council services to identify opportunities for joint working and ensure public health adds value to the Council Plan. Support team members to deliver work programmes and personal objectives, fostering cross functional collaboration and effective commissioning of health improvement programmes using public health intelligence. About Our Public Health Team Our Public Health team is a committed and talented multi disciplinary group, combining specialist skills and expertise with a creative and collaborative approach. The team currently includes multi disciplinary professionals including a DPH, Deputy DPH, two Consultants in public health and specialists across health improvement, intelligence, and commissioning. We also host public health apprentices and specialty registrars, creating a vibrant learning environment and strong links to training and development. Our aim is to support people to have happier, healthier lives and reduce the differences between communities that are avoidable and unfair. We will give you the support and resources you need to do your job well and provide a great opportunity for you to learn new skills, develop and progress in your public health career. What we are looking for: Essential You will: Be a registered Public Health Specialist (GMC, GDC, or UKPHR) with CCT or equivalent, and meet CPD requirements (or be within 6 months of gaining entry to the register). Bring proven experience as a Consultant in Public Health, leading programmes across NHS, local government, and system partners. Demonstrate strong system leadership, collaboration, and communication skills to influence and deliver shared outcomes. Apply public health science to tackle inequalities and drive evidence based improvements. Build effective relationships across councils, NHS partners, voluntary sector, and elected members. Have experience in commissioning public health services and ensuring quality assurance. Desirable Master's in Public Health or equivalent. What we offer: 32 days annual leave Flexible working including a hybrid working pattern for a better work life balance. Generous Local Government Pension scheme includes life cover (3 times of annual salary); and an Additional Voluntary Contribution (AVC) scheme to enhance your pension provision. Free employee parking close to the offices. Give As You Earn scheme. Instant Reward Scheme to recognise and reward innovative achievement. Employee Assistance Programme providing counselling, advice and information. Access to discounts and deals with hundreds of retailers, including discounted gym memberships and travel deals. RBWM values a collaborative and inclusive work environment, fostering creativity and innovation in all aspects of its operations. As an equal opportunities' employer, we encourage applications from all as we believe diverse talent makes us stronger. If you have a disability, are a current or former member of the armed forces or have been part of any formal care system up to the age of 25, you will be guaranteed an interview, should you meet the minimum requirements for the role. Interview dates: week commencing 23 March 2026, in person at Maidenhead Town Hall. Sara Blackmore, Director of Public Health on To apply please click theApply Nowlink below.