Paralegal
| Posting date: | 28 April 2026 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £31,022 to £33,669 per year |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 19 May 2026 |
| Location: | Stoke, Staffordshire |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | Stoke on Trent City Council |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | 0000026296 |
Summary
Directorate: Resources
Section: Social Care, Coroners and Registration
Location: Civic Centre
Grade: Level 7
Salary: £31,022 - £33,669 per annum
Hours: 37 hours per week
This advert is open to both internal and external applicants.
About us:
We are a city of strengths, with a proud heritage and bright future. Working for Stoke-on Trent City Council is more than just a job, it's about making, protecting and improving the services for the local population, reducing inequalities and improving independence for the people who live and work in the city. And that’s where you come in. We are always looking for people of the highest calibre with skills, knowledge and experience to help us deliver our compelling vision.
Stoke-on-Trent City Council’s diverse and talented workforce is its greatest asset and most valuable resource. The skills, knowledge and experience of our c.4,600 employees are essential to delivering our ambitions and vision for our organisation and Stoke-on-Trent. We want to be an employer that people are proud to work for, and where our staff are supported, developed and rewarded in an inclusive way that helps them to excel and to deliver the high-quality services that our residents need.
Further information on the Council and our directorates
The Role:
An exciting and rare opportunity has arisen to join our Social Care Team as a Paralegal.
You will be providing dedicated support to the solicitors in our Child/Adult Protection Team in all aspects of their work. Day to day you will be involved in everything from answering emails, preparing court bundles, speaking to external professionals and partners, and generally ensuring that the solicitors are well supported and their cases progressing in a timely and professional manner.
The ability to work under pressure is essential, as is the ability to juggle competing demands, whilst being able to prioritise and work using your own initiative. In return, we offer a supportive, friendly and knowledgeable team with a generous pay and pension package, and a flexible working scheme.
About You:
· Hold a law degree or proven experience within a similar role in social care law
· Have excellent communication skills and the ability to communicate with a range of people
· Able to work under pressure and stick to tight deadlines
What we offer:
· A competitive salary based on your skills, experience and talent
· Hybrid and flexible working options
· An excellent local authority benefits pension scheme
· Professional development through learning opportunities, regular training sessions and apprenticeship and management schemes
Further information on our Rewards and Benefits can be found here
For more information on the role, please contact the Recruiting Manager christina.menzies@stoke.gov.uk/ clare.clarke@stoke.gov.uk
Pre-Employment Checks:
Any offer of employment will be subject to the successful completion of required pre-employment checks. These may include:
· Right to Work in the UK
· Proof of address
· Satisfactory references
· Occupational Health Clearance
· Evidence of professional qualifications or registrations
· DBS check at the appropriate level (if applicable for the role)
The Council will not accept any speculative CVs from employment agencies.
No agency terms and conditions accompanying any such CVs will be accepted by the Council.
Any unsolicited information sent by an employment agency will be treated as the property of the Council.
Please note that if an employee who is currently at risk of redundancy within the organisation applies for this vacancy their application will receive priority. If this happens you will be advised accordingly.
Equality, Diversity and Inclusion
At Stoke-on-Trent City Council, we believe our strength comes from the diversity of our community, and we want our workforce to reflect that. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds and experiences. We understand that some people, especially those from underrepresented or marginalised backgrounds, may hesitate to apply if they don’t meet all the listed requirements. If this role interests you and you think you could be a good fit, we encourage you to apply. We are proud of what makes each of us unique and are committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels included, can be themselves, and can succeed together.
Section: Social Care, Coroners and Registration
Location: Civic Centre
Grade: Level 7
Salary: £31,022 - £33,669 per annum
Hours: 37 hours per week
This advert is open to both internal and external applicants.
About us:
We are a city of strengths, with a proud heritage and bright future. Working for Stoke-on Trent City Council is more than just a job, it's about making, protecting and improving the services for the local population, reducing inequalities and improving independence for the people who live and work in the city. And that’s where you come in. We are always looking for people of the highest calibre with skills, knowledge and experience to help us deliver our compelling vision.
Stoke-on-Trent City Council’s diverse and talented workforce is its greatest asset and most valuable resource. The skills, knowledge and experience of our c.4,600 employees are essential to delivering our ambitions and vision for our organisation and Stoke-on-Trent. We want to be an employer that people are proud to work for, and where our staff are supported, developed and rewarded in an inclusive way that helps them to excel and to deliver the high-quality services that our residents need.
Further information on the Council and our directorates
The Role:
An exciting and rare opportunity has arisen to join our Social Care Team as a Paralegal.
You will be providing dedicated support to the solicitors in our Child/Adult Protection Team in all aspects of their work. Day to day you will be involved in everything from answering emails, preparing court bundles, speaking to external professionals and partners, and generally ensuring that the solicitors are well supported and their cases progressing in a timely and professional manner.
The ability to work under pressure is essential, as is the ability to juggle competing demands, whilst being able to prioritise and work using your own initiative. In return, we offer a supportive, friendly and knowledgeable team with a generous pay and pension package, and a flexible working scheme.
About You:
· Hold a law degree or proven experience within a similar role in social care law
· Have excellent communication skills and the ability to communicate with a range of people
· Able to work under pressure and stick to tight deadlines
What we offer:
· A competitive salary based on your skills, experience and talent
· Hybrid and flexible working options
· An excellent local authority benefits pension scheme
· Professional development through learning opportunities, regular training sessions and apprenticeship and management schemes
Further information on our Rewards and Benefits can be found here
For more information on the role, please contact the Recruiting Manager christina.menzies@stoke.gov.uk/ clare.clarke@stoke.gov.uk
Pre-Employment Checks:
Any offer of employment will be subject to the successful completion of required pre-employment checks. These may include:
· Right to Work in the UK
· Proof of address
· Satisfactory references
· Occupational Health Clearance
· Evidence of professional qualifications or registrations
· DBS check at the appropriate level (if applicable for the role)
The Council will not accept any speculative CVs from employment agencies.
No agency terms and conditions accompanying any such CVs will be accepted by the Council.
Any unsolicited information sent by an employment agency will be treated as the property of the Council.
Please note that if an employee who is currently at risk of redundancy within the organisation applies for this vacancy their application will receive priority. If this happens you will be advised accordingly.
Equality, Diversity and Inclusion
At Stoke-on-Trent City Council, we believe our strength comes from the diversity of our community, and we want our workforce to reflect that. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds and experiences. We understand that some people, especially those from underrepresented or marginalised backgrounds, may hesitate to apply if they don’t meet all the listed requirements. If this role interests you and you think you could be a good fit, we encourage you to apply. We are proud of what makes each of us unique and are committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels included, can be themselves, and can succeed together.