Caseworker (Immigration) Location: Law Centre NI, State Building, 2 Arthur Place, Belfast, BT14HG Salary: IAA caseworkers Level 2: £30,151 - £34,723 (SO1-SO2) + 5% employer pension contribution. IAA caseworkers Level 1: On completion of IAA Level 2 (immigration) within 6 months, salary will rise to £30,151 - £34,723 (SO1-SO2) + 5% employer pension contribution. Starting salary is £27,344. Hours of work: 35 hours per week (full time) Part-time hours may also be available. Please indicate your preference on the application form Report to: Senior Lawyer (Migration Justice) Contact with: Clients and the public Legal professionals Referral agencies and statutory and voluntary organisations Northern Ireland Courts & Tribunal Service Law Centre staff, volunteers, students and members Elected representatives and policy makers Media Note: this post may require occasional travel and evening and weekend work. Job purpose Caseworkers take forward LCNI's mission of using the law to change lives by providing high quality legal advice, casework and representation across NI. The post-holder will manage a caseload and contribute to strategic litigation, policy advocacy, training, and legal information resources. Note that this Job Description is not exhaustive and will be subject to review from time to time in line with the changing business needs of the organisation. MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES Provide immigration legal advice by different means including outreach and community-based legal work. Conduct casework as required, including preparing initial immigration applications and lodging appeals. Support Legal Officers with all aspects of legal work including matters before the tribunal and higher courts. Comply with all regulatory requirements including Immigration Advice Authority (IAA), Lexcel Quality Standard, etc. Contribute to the Migration Justice team's policy advocacy and influencing work, media contributions, preparing and delivering information sessions and training, preparing and disseminating public legal information, etc. Identify law, policy and practice issues and engage effectively with LCNI's policy specialists to progress these, including by contributing to consultation documents and policy statements. Provide support, guidance and/or supervision to volunteers and trainees. Represent LCNI with key stakeholders at meetings, events and conferences. Develop and maintain effective relationships with LCNI members and other external stakeholders that support the overall work of LCNI. Continuously maintain and develop professional expertise, including ensuring compliance CPD requirements, in consultation with line manager. Act as ambassador for LCNI, upholding its public image in its legal work. Maintain accurate records and undertake relevant administrative duties to ensure compliance with all Law Centre policies and procedures. Be available to occasionally work outside standard business hours. Undertake such other duties as may be required from time to time. For further information about the role, please see the Candidate Booklet below. Please note the following important information about the application process: Please complete the application form in full. You should ensure that you give examples that demonstrate how you satisfy the relevant criteria, including relevant dates. CVs will not be considered. Please ensure you remain within the word limit specified. Any excess will be disregarded by the panel. Please return your application form as a Word document by email to the email address specified in the application form. Please also return a completed monitoring form as directed. Applications received after the closing date will not be considered. Applications should be submitted by email to: by the closing date. We will communicate with candidates by email so candidates should ensure that they regularly check their inbox. The panel reserves the right to enhance the criteria as appropriate in the event of a large volume of applications. CLOSING DATE FOR APPLICATIONS : 10am Monday 24 November 2025.
Nov 01, 2025
Full time
Caseworker (Immigration) Location: Law Centre NI, State Building, 2 Arthur Place, Belfast, BT14HG Salary: IAA caseworkers Level 2: £30,151 - £34,723 (SO1-SO2) + 5% employer pension contribution. IAA caseworkers Level 1: On completion of IAA Level 2 (immigration) within 6 months, salary will rise to £30,151 - £34,723 (SO1-SO2) + 5% employer pension contribution. Starting salary is £27,344. Hours of work: 35 hours per week (full time) Part-time hours may also be available. Please indicate your preference on the application form Report to: Senior Lawyer (Migration Justice) Contact with: Clients and the public Legal professionals Referral agencies and statutory and voluntary organisations Northern Ireland Courts & Tribunal Service Law Centre staff, volunteers, students and members Elected representatives and policy makers Media Note: this post may require occasional travel and evening and weekend work. Job purpose Caseworkers take forward LCNI's mission of using the law to change lives by providing high quality legal advice, casework and representation across NI. The post-holder will manage a caseload and contribute to strategic litigation, policy advocacy, training, and legal information resources. Note that this Job Description is not exhaustive and will be subject to review from time to time in line with the changing business needs of the organisation. MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES Provide immigration legal advice by different means including outreach and community-based legal work. Conduct casework as required, including preparing initial immigration applications and lodging appeals. Support Legal Officers with all aspects of legal work including matters before the tribunal and higher courts. Comply with all regulatory requirements including Immigration Advice Authority (IAA), Lexcel Quality Standard, etc. Contribute to the Migration Justice team's policy advocacy and influencing work, media contributions, preparing and delivering information sessions and training, preparing and disseminating public legal information, etc. Identify law, policy and practice issues and engage effectively with LCNI's policy specialists to progress these, including by contributing to consultation documents and policy statements. Provide support, guidance and/or supervision to volunteers and trainees. Represent LCNI with key stakeholders at meetings, events and conferences. Develop and maintain effective relationships with LCNI members and other external stakeholders that support the overall work of LCNI. Continuously maintain and develop professional expertise, including ensuring compliance CPD requirements, in consultation with line manager. Act as ambassador for LCNI, upholding its public image in its legal work. Maintain accurate records and undertake relevant administrative duties to ensure compliance with all Law Centre policies and procedures. Be available to occasionally work outside standard business hours. Undertake such other duties as may be required from time to time. For further information about the role, please see the Candidate Booklet below. Please note the following important information about the application process: Please complete the application form in full. You should ensure that you give examples that demonstrate how you satisfy the relevant criteria, including relevant dates. CVs will not be considered. Please ensure you remain within the word limit specified. Any excess will be disregarded by the panel. Please return your application form as a Word document by email to the email address specified in the application form. Please also return a completed monitoring form as directed. Applications received after the closing date will not be considered. Applications should be submitted by email to: by the closing date. We will communicate with candidates by email so candidates should ensure that they regularly check their inbox. The panel reserves the right to enhance the criteria as appropriate in the event of a large volume of applications. CLOSING DATE FOR APPLICATIONS : 10am Monday 24 November 2025.
At Lewisham Refugee and Migrant Network we re looking for someone to join us as our Senior Legal Aid Advisor. We will always stand by people standing up to an unjust immigration system. We provide a safe haven for people to rebuild their lives and our Senior Legal Aid Advisor role is a key part of that. Sitting in the immigration team, you will work on our Legal Aid contract alongside a team of Immigration Advisors working on a mix of grant funded projects for migrants unable to afford private representation. You will work within a supportive environment, reporting to our Immigration Manager, and be able to develop your areas of expertise. We re a small and colaborative team so you will have the opportunity to work closely with other members of the organisation. Main Roles Manage a full caseload of complex immigration matters funded by legal aid, including asylum, human rights, and deportation cases. Ensure compliance with regulatory and contractual obligations (IAAS, SRA, LAA). Complete funding applications, manage provider submissions, track time, prepare and submit legal aid bills and ensure compliance with LAA obligations. Provide ad hoc supervision, mentoring or training to members of the immigration team working on related immigration matters. Specific Duties 1.Manage a full caseload of complex immigration matters funded by legal aid, including asylum, human rights, and deportation cases. a.Manage a complex caseload across the field of immigration, nationality and asylum law. b.Prepare, draft and file appeals to the First-tier and Upper Tribunals and conduct appeals hearings as required. c.Own legal aid processes for each case: complete funding applications, provider submissions, billing, time recording and compliance with funder requirements. d.Provide expert legal advice and represent clients in hearings; instruct counsel when necessary and manage counsel budgets. e.Interview and advise clients regarding immigration and asylum law procedure, and practice in a sensitive and professional manner. f.To maintain accurate and detailed case records of clients for the purpose of continuity of casework, information retrieval and statistical monitoring, using Advice Pro as appropriate and as required by management. g.Advocate on behalf of clients by telephone, letter and email with appropriate agencies. 2. Ensure compliance with regulatory and contractual obligations (IAAS, SRA, LAA). a.Maintain Continuing Professional Development (CPD) in line with IAA, IAAS registration or similar professional body, e.g. SRA b.Keep up to date at all times with changes in the law by reading and attending training events relating to asylum and immigration. c.Adhere to casework procedures as outlined in LRMN s policies, the IAA, SRA, IAAS, SQM and AQS. d.To maintain accurate and detailed case records of clients for the purpose of continuity of casework, information retrieval and statistical monitoring, using manual or/and computerised systems (Advicepro) as appropriate and as required by management. e.Produce reports to meet funder s and LRMN requirements. f.Work closely with the Immigration Manager and/or external evaluator in gathering data and information to produce accurate monitoring and evaluation reports. g.To assist LRMN in liaising with its funders and to provide statistical information and updates as required. 3. Complete funding applications, manage provider submissions, track time, prepare and submit legal aid bills and ensure compliance with LAA obligations. a.Complete initial funding applications and any subsequent variations or exceptional funding requests; gather and upload supporting evidence; ensure eligibility and means assessments are correctly recorded. b.Submit and monitor claims through the LAA portal (or other relevant portals), respond to queries or requests for further information, and liaise with LAA caseworkers or contract managers as required. c.Draft detailed bills in the required format, check calculation of fees and disbursements, obtain necessary approvals, and submit within contractual deadlines. d.Maintain documentary proof to satisfy LAA audit requirements (attendance notes, advice records, evidence of means), respond to audit enquiries, and implement remedial actions where required. 4. Provide ad hoc supervision, mentoring or training to members of the immigration team working on related immigration matters. a.Maintain close liaison with the Immigration Manager to ensure a unified approach to leading and developing the team. b.Provide occasional mentoring or supervision to individuals working on legal aid cases. c.Provide occasional training to individuals working on legal aid cases. 5. Other Duties a.To participate in LRMN staff meetings, maintaining a high level of professionalism and contributing skills and knowledge towards best practice for the organisation. b.To attend supervision and appraisal meetings and other relevant activities. c.To be able to perform your own administrative duties. d.Work flexibly as agreed to meet the demands of the service this may involve occasional evening, weekend and outreach work. e.Maintain confidentiality in all matters relating to the work of the organisation. f.Comply with LRMN s policies and procedures. g.Adhere to LRMN s vision and mission and positively promote its work. h.Undertake any other work as may be reasonably requested.
Oct 31, 2025
Full time
At Lewisham Refugee and Migrant Network we re looking for someone to join us as our Senior Legal Aid Advisor. We will always stand by people standing up to an unjust immigration system. We provide a safe haven for people to rebuild their lives and our Senior Legal Aid Advisor role is a key part of that. Sitting in the immigration team, you will work on our Legal Aid contract alongside a team of Immigration Advisors working on a mix of grant funded projects for migrants unable to afford private representation. You will work within a supportive environment, reporting to our Immigration Manager, and be able to develop your areas of expertise. We re a small and colaborative team so you will have the opportunity to work closely with other members of the organisation. Main Roles Manage a full caseload of complex immigration matters funded by legal aid, including asylum, human rights, and deportation cases. Ensure compliance with regulatory and contractual obligations (IAAS, SRA, LAA). Complete funding applications, manage provider submissions, track time, prepare and submit legal aid bills and ensure compliance with LAA obligations. Provide ad hoc supervision, mentoring or training to members of the immigration team working on related immigration matters. Specific Duties 1.Manage a full caseload of complex immigration matters funded by legal aid, including asylum, human rights, and deportation cases. a.Manage a complex caseload across the field of immigration, nationality and asylum law. b.Prepare, draft and file appeals to the First-tier and Upper Tribunals and conduct appeals hearings as required. c.Own legal aid processes for each case: complete funding applications, provider submissions, billing, time recording and compliance with funder requirements. d.Provide expert legal advice and represent clients in hearings; instruct counsel when necessary and manage counsel budgets. e.Interview and advise clients regarding immigration and asylum law procedure, and practice in a sensitive and professional manner. f.To maintain accurate and detailed case records of clients for the purpose of continuity of casework, information retrieval and statistical monitoring, using Advice Pro as appropriate and as required by management. g.Advocate on behalf of clients by telephone, letter and email with appropriate agencies. 2. Ensure compliance with regulatory and contractual obligations (IAAS, SRA, LAA). a.Maintain Continuing Professional Development (CPD) in line with IAA, IAAS registration or similar professional body, e.g. SRA b.Keep up to date at all times with changes in the law by reading and attending training events relating to asylum and immigration. c.Adhere to casework procedures as outlined in LRMN s policies, the IAA, SRA, IAAS, SQM and AQS. d.To maintain accurate and detailed case records of clients for the purpose of continuity of casework, information retrieval and statistical monitoring, using manual or/and computerised systems (Advicepro) as appropriate and as required by management. e.Produce reports to meet funder s and LRMN requirements. f.Work closely with the Immigration Manager and/or external evaluator in gathering data and information to produce accurate monitoring and evaluation reports. g.To assist LRMN in liaising with its funders and to provide statistical information and updates as required. 3. Complete funding applications, manage provider submissions, track time, prepare and submit legal aid bills and ensure compliance with LAA obligations. a.Complete initial funding applications and any subsequent variations or exceptional funding requests; gather and upload supporting evidence; ensure eligibility and means assessments are correctly recorded. b.Submit and monitor claims through the LAA portal (or other relevant portals), respond to queries or requests for further information, and liaise with LAA caseworkers or contract managers as required. c.Draft detailed bills in the required format, check calculation of fees and disbursements, obtain necessary approvals, and submit within contractual deadlines. d.Maintain documentary proof to satisfy LAA audit requirements (attendance notes, advice records, evidence of means), respond to audit enquiries, and implement remedial actions where required. 4. Provide ad hoc supervision, mentoring or training to members of the immigration team working on related immigration matters. a.Maintain close liaison with the Immigration Manager to ensure a unified approach to leading and developing the team. b.Provide occasional mentoring or supervision to individuals working on legal aid cases. c.Provide occasional training to individuals working on legal aid cases. 5. Other Duties a.To participate in LRMN staff meetings, maintaining a high level of professionalism and contributing skills and knowledge towards best practice for the organisation. b.To attend supervision and appraisal meetings and other relevant activities. c.To be able to perform your own administrative duties. d.Work flexibly as agreed to meet the demands of the service this may involve occasional evening, weekend and outreach work. e.Maintain confidentiality in all matters relating to the work of the organisation. f.Comply with LRMN s policies and procedures. g.Adhere to LRMN s vision and mission and positively promote its work. h.Undertake any other work as may be reasonably requested.
Job Title: Solicitor / Senior Caseworker Contract: Permanent. Full time or part time. Responsible To: Legal Services Director Salary: £30,000 - £35,000 per annum, dependant on qualifications and experience. Location: An office base in Llandudno Junction, with a minimum of 3 days per week in the office and outreach work across Gwynedd and Ynys Mon. About the role North Wales Community Law is a charity established in 2023 that provides free legal advice to people in North Wales. We have a small team of caseworkers and we want to grow our team to enable us to support more people. This is an exciting opportunity for someone who wants to contribute to our vision to make sure that everyone in North Wales has access to the services and expertise they need to uphold their rights, fight inequality and challenge injustice. We are looking for a solicitor or experienced caseworker to provide specialist housing or family law casework and advice under the supervision of our Legal Services Director. Based in our offices in Llandudno Junction, the role will involve regular travel to community based outreach clinics in North Wales, particularly Gwynedd and Ynys Mon. We are particularly keen to hear from people with experience of relevant Welsh housing legislation and qualified solicitors with experience of legally aided civil litigation. Other benefits include 35 days annual leave pro rata (including bank holidays), company pension and a commitment to investing in your professional development. Wellbeing is a core value of North Wales Community Law, and we recognise that we all thrive when our needs are met. All staff have access to discounts, free financial and legal advice, and health and wellbeing support through our comprehensive employee assistance programme. About North Wales Community Law Our vision is that everyone in North Wales has access to the services and expertise they need to uphold their rights, fight inequality and challenge injustice. North Wales Community Law is an independent, not-for-profit legal charity committed to alleviating poverty, promoting equality, and helping everyone create a fair and just society. We do this by providing free, community based legal advice on issues affecting the day to day lives of people living in North Wales, using the law as a tool for social change, and sharing knowledge and skills across the legal and charity sectors. Since opening our doors in 2023 we ve provided expert legal advice to people in need who would otherwise have no access to justice. We ve formed innovative collaborations with grassroots organisations supporting individuals, and with national charities challenging public bodies. We have established a national profile across Wales and the UK, championing the legal rights of people in North Wales who are marginalised through poverty, discrimination, or disadvantage. A recently awarded legal aid contract for housing and Welsh Government funding put us in a strong position to challenge injustice and inequality for the communities we serve. Duties To provide legal advice and casework assistance and give appropriate advice and support to clients, managing your own caseload and making applications for public funding as required. To liaise with landlords and other parties representatives, solicitors, other agencies and groups as required. To ensure that all casework, advice, and assistance complies with the requirements of the organisation s processes, accreditations and, where publicly funded, complies with the requirements of the Legal Aid Agency. To collate evidence and work in partnership with other advice providers locally and regionally to influence the development of policy and legislation in relation to housing and domestic abuse. To undertake outreach work, including liaising with local communities, delivering talks and presentations to groups, and visiting community settings as appropriate. Work from various locations as reasonably required. To inform and participate in our public legal education work, to promote North Wales Community Law and a rights-respecting culture in north Wales. To actively engage with local community groups and organisations, bringing together our experience, skills and knowledge with that of others, sharing learning wherever possible. To prepare reports on your own work for the information of the Trustee Board, funders and other stakeholders, as required. To actively contribute to internal meetings, including cascading learning. To attend appropriate training courses and maintain readership of relevant publications to maintain and develop professional expertise. To support your own and team s wellbeing and encourage a positive working environment. To travel to other locations for the purposes of giving advice, advocacy or for training. To carry out a share of administrative tasks including those detailed in the organisation s Quality Manual. To carry out such other duties as may be required. Person Specification Essential Experience of delivering housing or family law advice and complex casework - advising and supporting clients through the legal system Ability to manage a busy caseload, working under pressure and meeting deadlines. Experience of legal aid processes, meeting financial targets and time recording requirements using case management systems. Good organisational, prioritising and time management skills. Experience of team and multi-agency working. Excellent listening, verbal and written communication skills including ability to communicate effectively with the organisation s client group. Commitment to sharing learning, skills and knowledge. An understanding of and commitment to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion, and its relevance to legal advice. Strong commitment to North Wales Community Law s vision, mission and values. Excellent IT skills. Desirable Experience of practicing housing law in Wales Experience of delivering advice in other areas of social welfare law Experience of civil litigation, representing clients in court Sound understanding of the SRA Professional Conduct Rules, SQM standards and Solicitor s Accounts Rules and ability to apply them as necessary Experience of legal aid billing (including certificated work), and an understanding of optimising legal aid income Ability in written and spoken Welsh To Apply The deadline for applications is 5pm on Friday 14th November 2025. First interviews will be held online, with second stage interviews in person Please email, with the job title in the subject line, attaching: An up to date CV A covering letter, describing how your skills, qualities and experience meet the requirements set out in the Job Description A completed Equality Monitoring Form We recognise the value of diverse perspectives in our work and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, communities, identities and experiences, including those with personal experience of the inequalities and injustices we seek to address. If you require any reasonable adjustments as part of the recruitment process, please let us know by emailing. If you would like an informal discussion about the role please email. We look forward to hearing from you. Teitl Swydd: Cyfreithiwr Tai / Uwch Weithiwr Achos Contract: Parhaol. Llawn-amser neu ran-amser. Atebol i: Cyfarwyddwr Gwasanaethau Cyfreithiol Cyflog: £30,000 - £35,000 y flwyddyn, yn dibynnu ar gymwysterau a phrofiad. Lleoliad: Mewn swyddfa yng Nghyffordd Llandudno, gydag o leiaf 3 diwrnod yr wythnos yn y swyddfa a gwaith allgymorth ar draws Gwynedd ac Ynys Môn. Gwybodaeth am y swydd Mae Cyfraith Gymunedol y Gogledd yn elusen a sefydlwyd yn 2023 i ddarparu cyngor cyfreithiol am ddim i bobl yng Ngogledd Cymru. Mae gennym dîm bach o weithwyr achos, ac rydym eisiau tyfu ein tîm er mwyn i ni allu cefnogi mwy o bobl. Dyma gyfle cyffrous i rywun sydd eisiau cyfrannu at ein gweledigaeth i wneud yn siŵr bod pawb yng Ngogledd Cymru yn gallu cael gafael ar y gwasanaethau a'r arbenigedd sydd eu hangen arnynt i gynnal eu hawliau, i frwydro yn erbyn anghydraddoldeb, ac i herio anghyfiawnder. Rydym yn chwilio am gyfreithiwr neu weithiwr achos profiadol i ddarparu gwaith achos a chyngor arbenigol ynglŷn â thai neu gyfraith teulu dan oruchwyliaeth ein Cyfarwyddwr Gwasanaethau Cyfreithiol. Bydd y swydd wedi'i lleoli yn ein swyddfeydd yng Nghyffordd Llandudno, a bydd angen teithio'n rheolaidd i glinigau allgymorth yn y gymuned yng Ngogledd Cymru, yn enwedig yng Ngwynedd ac Ynys Môn. Rydym yn arbennig o awyddus i glywed gan bobl sydd â phrofiad o ddeddfwriaeth dai berthnasol yng Nghymru a chyfreithwyr cymwys sydd â phrofiad o ymgyfreitha sifil gyda chymorth cyfreithiol. Mae buddion eraill yn cynnwys 35 diwrnod o wyliau blynyddol pro rata (gan gynnwys gwyliau banc), pensiwn cwmni ac ymrwymiad i fuddsoddi yn eich datblygiad proffesiynol. Mae llesiant yn un o werthoedd craidd Cyfraith Gymunedol y Gogledd, ac rydym yn cydnabod ein bod ni i gyd yn ffynnu pan fydd ein hanghenion yn cael eu diwallu. Mae r holl staff yn gallu cael gafael ar ostyngiadau, cyngor ariannol a chyfreithiol am ddim, a chymorth iechyd a llesiant drwy ein rhaglen gynhwysfawr o gymorth i weithwyr. . click apply for full job details
Oct 31, 2025
Full time
Job Title: Solicitor / Senior Caseworker Contract: Permanent. Full time or part time. Responsible To: Legal Services Director Salary: £30,000 - £35,000 per annum, dependant on qualifications and experience. Location: An office base in Llandudno Junction, with a minimum of 3 days per week in the office and outreach work across Gwynedd and Ynys Mon. About the role North Wales Community Law is a charity established in 2023 that provides free legal advice to people in North Wales. We have a small team of caseworkers and we want to grow our team to enable us to support more people. This is an exciting opportunity for someone who wants to contribute to our vision to make sure that everyone in North Wales has access to the services and expertise they need to uphold their rights, fight inequality and challenge injustice. We are looking for a solicitor or experienced caseworker to provide specialist housing or family law casework and advice under the supervision of our Legal Services Director. Based in our offices in Llandudno Junction, the role will involve regular travel to community based outreach clinics in North Wales, particularly Gwynedd and Ynys Mon. We are particularly keen to hear from people with experience of relevant Welsh housing legislation and qualified solicitors with experience of legally aided civil litigation. Other benefits include 35 days annual leave pro rata (including bank holidays), company pension and a commitment to investing in your professional development. Wellbeing is a core value of North Wales Community Law, and we recognise that we all thrive when our needs are met. All staff have access to discounts, free financial and legal advice, and health and wellbeing support through our comprehensive employee assistance programme. About North Wales Community Law Our vision is that everyone in North Wales has access to the services and expertise they need to uphold their rights, fight inequality and challenge injustice. North Wales Community Law is an independent, not-for-profit legal charity committed to alleviating poverty, promoting equality, and helping everyone create a fair and just society. We do this by providing free, community based legal advice on issues affecting the day to day lives of people living in North Wales, using the law as a tool for social change, and sharing knowledge and skills across the legal and charity sectors. Since opening our doors in 2023 we ve provided expert legal advice to people in need who would otherwise have no access to justice. We ve formed innovative collaborations with grassroots organisations supporting individuals, and with national charities challenging public bodies. We have established a national profile across Wales and the UK, championing the legal rights of people in North Wales who are marginalised through poverty, discrimination, or disadvantage. A recently awarded legal aid contract for housing and Welsh Government funding put us in a strong position to challenge injustice and inequality for the communities we serve. Duties To provide legal advice and casework assistance and give appropriate advice and support to clients, managing your own caseload and making applications for public funding as required. To liaise with landlords and other parties representatives, solicitors, other agencies and groups as required. To ensure that all casework, advice, and assistance complies with the requirements of the organisation s processes, accreditations and, where publicly funded, complies with the requirements of the Legal Aid Agency. To collate evidence and work in partnership with other advice providers locally and regionally to influence the development of policy and legislation in relation to housing and domestic abuse. To undertake outreach work, including liaising with local communities, delivering talks and presentations to groups, and visiting community settings as appropriate. Work from various locations as reasonably required. To inform and participate in our public legal education work, to promote North Wales Community Law and a rights-respecting culture in north Wales. To actively engage with local community groups and organisations, bringing together our experience, skills and knowledge with that of others, sharing learning wherever possible. To prepare reports on your own work for the information of the Trustee Board, funders and other stakeholders, as required. To actively contribute to internal meetings, including cascading learning. To attend appropriate training courses and maintain readership of relevant publications to maintain and develop professional expertise. To support your own and team s wellbeing and encourage a positive working environment. To travel to other locations for the purposes of giving advice, advocacy or for training. To carry out a share of administrative tasks including those detailed in the organisation s Quality Manual. To carry out such other duties as may be required. Person Specification Essential Experience of delivering housing or family law advice and complex casework - advising and supporting clients through the legal system Ability to manage a busy caseload, working under pressure and meeting deadlines. Experience of legal aid processes, meeting financial targets and time recording requirements using case management systems. Good organisational, prioritising and time management skills. Experience of team and multi-agency working. Excellent listening, verbal and written communication skills including ability to communicate effectively with the organisation s client group. Commitment to sharing learning, skills and knowledge. An understanding of and commitment to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion, and its relevance to legal advice. Strong commitment to North Wales Community Law s vision, mission and values. Excellent IT skills. Desirable Experience of practicing housing law in Wales Experience of delivering advice in other areas of social welfare law Experience of civil litigation, representing clients in court Sound understanding of the SRA Professional Conduct Rules, SQM standards and Solicitor s Accounts Rules and ability to apply them as necessary Experience of legal aid billing (including certificated work), and an understanding of optimising legal aid income Ability in written and spoken Welsh To Apply The deadline for applications is 5pm on Friday 14th November 2025. First interviews will be held online, with second stage interviews in person Please email, with the job title in the subject line, attaching: An up to date CV A covering letter, describing how your skills, qualities and experience meet the requirements set out in the Job Description A completed Equality Monitoring Form We recognise the value of diverse perspectives in our work and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, communities, identities and experiences, including those with personal experience of the inequalities and injustices we seek to address. If you require any reasonable adjustments as part of the recruitment process, please let us know by emailing. If you would like an informal discussion about the role please email. We look forward to hearing from you. Teitl Swydd: Cyfreithiwr Tai / Uwch Weithiwr Achos Contract: Parhaol. Llawn-amser neu ran-amser. Atebol i: Cyfarwyddwr Gwasanaethau Cyfreithiol Cyflog: £30,000 - £35,000 y flwyddyn, yn dibynnu ar gymwysterau a phrofiad. Lleoliad: Mewn swyddfa yng Nghyffordd Llandudno, gydag o leiaf 3 diwrnod yr wythnos yn y swyddfa a gwaith allgymorth ar draws Gwynedd ac Ynys Môn. Gwybodaeth am y swydd Mae Cyfraith Gymunedol y Gogledd yn elusen a sefydlwyd yn 2023 i ddarparu cyngor cyfreithiol am ddim i bobl yng Ngogledd Cymru. Mae gennym dîm bach o weithwyr achos, ac rydym eisiau tyfu ein tîm er mwyn i ni allu cefnogi mwy o bobl. Dyma gyfle cyffrous i rywun sydd eisiau cyfrannu at ein gweledigaeth i wneud yn siŵr bod pawb yng Ngogledd Cymru yn gallu cael gafael ar y gwasanaethau a'r arbenigedd sydd eu hangen arnynt i gynnal eu hawliau, i frwydro yn erbyn anghydraddoldeb, ac i herio anghyfiawnder. Rydym yn chwilio am gyfreithiwr neu weithiwr achos profiadol i ddarparu gwaith achos a chyngor arbenigol ynglŷn â thai neu gyfraith teulu dan oruchwyliaeth ein Cyfarwyddwr Gwasanaethau Cyfreithiol. Bydd y swydd wedi'i lleoli yn ein swyddfeydd yng Nghyffordd Llandudno, a bydd angen teithio'n rheolaidd i glinigau allgymorth yn y gymuned yng Ngogledd Cymru, yn enwedig yng Ngwynedd ac Ynys Môn. Rydym yn arbennig o awyddus i glywed gan bobl sydd â phrofiad o ddeddfwriaeth dai berthnasol yng Nghymru a chyfreithwyr cymwys sydd â phrofiad o ymgyfreitha sifil gyda chymorth cyfreithiol. Mae buddion eraill yn cynnwys 35 diwrnod o wyliau blynyddol pro rata (gan gynnwys gwyliau banc), pensiwn cwmni ac ymrwymiad i fuddsoddi yn eich datblygiad proffesiynol. Mae llesiant yn un o werthoedd craidd Cyfraith Gymunedol y Gogledd, ac rydym yn cydnabod ein bod ni i gyd yn ffynnu pan fydd ein hanghenion yn cael eu diwallu. Mae r holl staff yn gallu cael gafael ar ostyngiadau, cyngor ariannol a chyfreithiol am ddim, a chymorth iechyd a llesiant drwy ein rhaglen gynhwysfawr o gymorth i weithwyr. . click apply for full job details
About the Senior Trans Independent Victim Advocate role Galop is looking for an experienced practitioner to provide effective support to LGBT victims and survivors of abuse and violence in the UK. You will work within the advocacy team to deliver advice, support, and advocacy to LGBT victims and survivors of interpersonal abuse and violence each year. You will act as a specialist lead within the advocacy team for work with Trans and Non-Binary survivors, including providing support, advice and expertise to your colleagues and externally. As a Senior Advocate, you will provide high quality advocacy and support to Trans and Non-Binary people who are subjected to abuse and violence, specifically domestic abuse and sexual violence, focusing on their needs, safety and recovery. This role builds on work that we have been doing for decades to support and empower LGBT people who have been victims of violence and abuse. Your work will enable LGBT people to feel supported, heard and empowered in the face of abuse and violence, and pave the way to a safer future for our community. You will work directly with Trans and Non-Binary victims/survivors, offering them a space to talk and think through options, helping them plan what they want to do, and offering assistance in getting what they need from services. Your work will focus on needs specifically related to domestic abuse and sexual violence, including issues such as wellbeing, support with the criminal and civil justice process, safety and access to other services to enable survivors to cope and recover. You will be empathetic and thoughtful in your approach to understanding your clients' needs, while remaining boundaried and mindful of self-care. You will manage a small number of specialist advocates providing needs-led support, information and advocacy to Trans and Non-Binary survivors of violence and abuse. You will also act as specialist lead for work with Trans and Non-Binary survivors within the advocacy team, providing support, advice and leadership to advocates on this specialism, to ensure that survivors get support that meets their needs. You will work with colleagues to ensure that survivors are supported in a trauma-sensitive way and that the needs of Trans and Non-Binary survivors are met, through sharing best practice and your expert knowledge and experience in delivering this work. This will include an understanding of the support landscape for Trans and Non-Binary survivors, the wider trans sector and the specific impact and support needs for survivors. You will contribute to the development of the TNBI service and work collaboratively across the organisation. You will need an understanding of legislation, the CJS, civil justice systems and domestic and sexual violence including ISVA/IDVA best practice. You will have an in depth understanding of the spectrum of violence and abuse that Trans people are subjected to, including the causes, impact and barriers to accessing services. You will use your expertise to represent Galop with key stakeholders, advocating for the needs of the community. Location Galop's offices are located in London. This role will be hybrid working, with both home working and working from the office. Hours Full Time (35 hours per week) Contract Until 31 March 2027 (extension subject to funding) Line manages Advocates and caseworkers Reports to Advocacy and Support Manager Salary Grade E £37,754.88- £39,761.08 (including inner London weighting of £4,212.01) Closing Date Applications should be submitted by 25 th November 2025 Interviews will be held on 2 nd and 3 rd of December 2025 REF-
Oct 30, 2025
Full time
About the Senior Trans Independent Victim Advocate role Galop is looking for an experienced practitioner to provide effective support to LGBT victims and survivors of abuse and violence in the UK. You will work within the advocacy team to deliver advice, support, and advocacy to LGBT victims and survivors of interpersonal abuse and violence each year. You will act as a specialist lead within the advocacy team for work with Trans and Non-Binary survivors, including providing support, advice and expertise to your colleagues and externally. As a Senior Advocate, you will provide high quality advocacy and support to Trans and Non-Binary people who are subjected to abuse and violence, specifically domestic abuse and sexual violence, focusing on their needs, safety and recovery. This role builds on work that we have been doing for decades to support and empower LGBT people who have been victims of violence and abuse. Your work will enable LGBT people to feel supported, heard and empowered in the face of abuse and violence, and pave the way to a safer future for our community. You will work directly with Trans and Non-Binary victims/survivors, offering them a space to talk and think through options, helping them plan what they want to do, and offering assistance in getting what they need from services. Your work will focus on needs specifically related to domestic abuse and sexual violence, including issues such as wellbeing, support with the criminal and civil justice process, safety and access to other services to enable survivors to cope and recover. You will be empathetic and thoughtful in your approach to understanding your clients' needs, while remaining boundaried and mindful of self-care. You will manage a small number of specialist advocates providing needs-led support, information and advocacy to Trans and Non-Binary survivors of violence and abuse. You will also act as specialist lead for work with Trans and Non-Binary survivors within the advocacy team, providing support, advice and leadership to advocates on this specialism, to ensure that survivors get support that meets their needs. You will work with colleagues to ensure that survivors are supported in a trauma-sensitive way and that the needs of Trans and Non-Binary survivors are met, through sharing best practice and your expert knowledge and experience in delivering this work. This will include an understanding of the support landscape for Trans and Non-Binary survivors, the wider trans sector and the specific impact and support needs for survivors. You will contribute to the development of the TNBI service and work collaboratively across the organisation. You will need an understanding of legislation, the CJS, civil justice systems and domestic and sexual violence including ISVA/IDVA best practice. You will have an in depth understanding of the spectrum of violence and abuse that Trans people are subjected to, including the causes, impact and barriers to accessing services. You will use your expertise to represent Galop with key stakeholders, advocating for the needs of the community. Location Galop's offices are located in London. This role will be hybrid working, with both home working and working from the office. Hours Full Time (35 hours per week) Contract Until 31 March 2027 (extension subject to funding) Line manages Advocates and caseworkers Reports to Advocacy and Support Manager Salary Grade E £37,754.88- £39,761.08 (including inner London weighting of £4,212.01) Closing Date Applications should be submitted by 25 th November 2025 Interviews will be held on 2 nd and 3 rd of December 2025 REF-
Asylum Aid is seeking a solicitor and IAAS-accredited senior caseworker to join its Public Law team, with experience in immigration legal aid, judicial review, and asylum and human rights law. The role involves managing a complex caseload of asylum, trafficking, human rights, and public law claims, providing high-quality legal advice and representation, and conducting judicial review challenges in the Administrative Court and Upper Tribunal. The successful candidate will work closely with the Public Law Supervisor and the Director of Legal Casework to ensure that individual cases are handled effectively while also identifying systemic issues suitable for strategic litigation to achieve broader impact. In addition to casework, the postholder will contribute to the strategic development of Asylum Aid s public law work by supervising junior staff, providing training on judicial review procedures, and collaborating with colleagues on internal strategy discussions. They will also engage with external stakeholders and other sector organisations to represent Asylum Aid, contribute to policy discussions, and develop initiatives aimed at increasing the effectiveness of public law challenges. The role requires experience of managing legal aid cases, using case management systems, and complying with regulatory requirements, including applying for and extending legal aid certificates and submitting claims for payment. The position requires resilience, empathy, and strong organisational skills, as it involves working with vulnerable clients and exposure to distressing material. Candidates should demonstrate knowledge of self-care principles and the ability to support colleagues in maintaining wellbeing in an intense working environment. Excellent communication skills, the ability to work autonomously, and a commitment to equality, diversity, and inclusion are essential. This is a unique opportunity to contribute to both individual client outcomes and wider systemic change, influencing the growth of the Public Law team and advancing Asylum Aid s mission to protect and support refugees, asylum seekers, and survivors of trafficking and human rights violations.
Oct 28, 2025
Full time
Asylum Aid is seeking a solicitor and IAAS-accredited senior caseworker to join its Public Law team, with experience in immigration legal aid, judicial review, and asylum and human rights law. The role involves managing a complex caseload of asylum, trafficking, human rights, and public law claims, providing high-quality legal advice and representation, and conducting judicial review challenges in the Administrative Court and Upper Tribunal. The successful candidate will work closely with the Public Law Supervisor and the Director of Legal Casework to ensure that individual cases are handled effectively while also identifying systemic issues suitable for strategic litigation to achieve broader impact. In addition to casework, the postholder will contribute to the strategic development of Asylum Aid s public law work by supervising junior staff, providing training on judicial review procedures, and collaborating with colleagues on internal strategy discussions. They will also engage with external stakeholders and other sector organisations to represent Asylum Aid, contribute to policy discussions, and develop initiatives aimed at increasing the effectiveness of public law challenges. The role requires experience of managing legal aid cases, using case management systems, and complying with regulatory requirements, including applying for and extending legal aid certificates and submitting claims for payment. The position requires resilience, empathy, and strong organisational skills, as it involves working with vulnerable clients and exposure to distressing material. Candidates should demonstrate knowledge of self-care principles and the ability to support colleagues in maintaining wellbeing in an intense working environment. Excellent communication skills, the ability to work autonomously, and a commitment to equality, diversity, and inclusion are essential. This is a unique opportunity to contribute to both individual client outcomes and wider systemic change, influencing the growth of the Public Law team and advancing Asylum Aid s mission to protect and support refugees, asylum seekers, and survivors of trafficking and human rights violations.
Mental Health Support Worker We are seeking a compassionate and resilient Mental Health Support Worker to join a specialist supported accommodation service for young people with complex mental health needs. Position: Mental Health Support Worker Location: Camden, London Contract: Permanent, full time Hours: 37.5 hours per week, rota including evenings, weekends and bank holidays Salary: £27,636 per annum plus pension and benefits Closing Date: Sunday 16th November2025 About the role This is an opportunity to play a key role in supporting young people with complex mental health needs. Working within an innovative supported accommodation service, you ll help build strong therapeutic relationships and support clients to develop skills, resilience and confidence to move forward positively. Key responsibilities include: Ensuring the safety and wellbeing of clients at all times, using safeguarding and emergency procedures when required Building positive and trusting relationships with young people to provide effective support Managing a small caseload as a named key worker, creating SMART outcomes-based support plans Leading on risk and needs assessments and contributing to service-wide assessments Delivering one-to-one and group support to build coping strategies and resilience Working closely with statutory services, mental health teams and housing providers Encouraging client participation in service decisions and wider community activities Supporting volunteers who add value to the service Participating in a rota including early, late and weekend shifts About you We re looking for someone with empathy, energy and a genuine commitment to supporting young people with complex needs. You will have: A relevant qualification (psychology, counselling, social work, mental health) or significant experience working with young people with complex needs Experience managing challenging situations in a calm and professional way Excellent listening, communication and relationship-building skills A non-judgmental approach and the ability to maintain professional boundaries A good understanding of safeguarding, support planning and risk assessments The ability to work well in a team and with external partners A commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion An enhanced DBS check will be required for this role. About the organisation This well-established charity provides housing and support services across the UK, with a focus on preventing homelessness and improving opportunities through education, training and volunteering. The organisation is values-driven, believing in dignity, respect and the potential of every individual. Other roles you may have experience of could include; Senior Support Worker, Mental Health Support Worker, Caseworker, Housing Support Worker, Project Worker, Social Care Worker, Mental Health Practitioner, Recovery Worker, Youth Support Worker, Key Worker. PLEASE NOTE: This role is being advertised by NFP People on behalf of the organisation.
Oct 28, 2025
Full time
Mental Health Support Worker We are seeking a compassionate and resilient Mental Health Support Worker to join a specialist supported accommodation service for young people with complex mental health needs. Position: Mental Health Support Worker Location: Camden, London Contract: Permanent, full time Hours: 37.5 hours per week, rota including evenings, weekends and bank holidays Salary: £27,636 per annum plus pension and benefits Closing Date: Sunday 16th November2025 About the role This is an opportunity to play a key role in supporting young people with complex mental health needs. Working within an innovative supported accommodation service, you ll help build strong therapeutic relationships and support clients to develop skills, resilience and confidence to move forward positively. Key responsibilities include: Ensuring the safety and wellbeing of clients at all times, using safeguarding and emergency procedures when required Building positive and trusting relationships with young people to provide effective support Managing a small caseload as a named key worker, creating SMART outcomes-based support plans Leading on risk and needs assessments and contributing to service-wide assessments Delivering one-to-one and group support to build coping strategies and resilience Working closely with statutory services, mental health teams and housing providers Encouraging client participation in service decisions and wider community activities Supporting volunteers who add value to the service Participating in a rota including early, late and weekend shifts About you We re looking for someone with empathy, energy and a genuine commitment to supporting young people with complex needs. You will have: A relevant qualification (psychology, counselling, social work, mental health) or significant experience working with young people with complex needs Experience managing challenging situations in a calm and professional way Excellent listening, communication and relationship-building skills A non-judgmental approach and the ability to maintain professional boundaries A good understanding of safeguarding, support planning and risk assessments The ability to work well in a team and with external partners A commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion An enhanced DBS check will be required for this role. About the organisation This well-established charity provides housing and support services across the UK, with a focus on preventing homelessness and improving opportunities through education, training and volunteering. The organisation is values-driven, believing in dignity, respect and the potential of every individual. Other roles you may have experience of could include; Senior Support Worker, Mental Health Support Worker, Caseworker, Housing Support Worker, Project Worker, Social Care Worker, Mental Health Practitioner, Recovery Worker, Youth Support Worker, Key Worker. PLEASE NOTE: This role is being advertised by NFP People on behalf of the organisation.
