Job description

3 Month Contract with A Local Authority

Job Purpose

To provide legal support to Legal Services Lincolnshire in delivering prosecution services on behalf of Lincolnshire County Council and partner district councils, with a primary focus on non-school attendance cases. The role also supports a wider range of local authority prosecutions and provides legal advice as required.

Key Responsibilities

Manage and progress non-school attendance prosecution cases from initial review through to court proceedings
Prepare legal documentation, including case files, witness statements, and prosecution bundles
Review evidence and provide clear, practical legal advice to client departments
Represent the authority in court on an ad hoc basis, where required
Support other local authority prosecution work as needed
Ensure all work is conducted in line with relevant legislation, policies, and professional standards
Maintain accurate records and case management data

Requirements

Qualified Lawyer (Solicitor, Barrister, or equivalent) with relevant practising certificate
Proven experience handling non-school attendance (education) prosecution cases (essential)
Experience in local authority prosecutions or regulatory law
Strong case management and organisational skills
Ability to prepare cases for court and provide clear legal advice
Ability to attend court and office locations on an ad hoc basis
Strong communication and stakeholder management skills

Additional Information

37 Hours Per Week
Bi-Weekly Payments