Job summary
Great Ormond Street Hospital is seeking a paralegal to join the in-house Legal Team.
The Legal Team is looking for a highly capable paralegal to work closely with and support the Trust Solicitor/Barrister and Deputy Trust Solicitors on a wide range of legal matters. The post holder will also provide cross support for other members of the Legal Team. An interest in the field of inquest law is essential to the role.
The Solicitors/Barristers in the Legal Team provide advice and support on a wide range of clinical and information governance matters across the Trust. The post holder will be involved and assist with a wide range of case work including:o Treatment Orders/End of Life Care applications in the High Courto Deprivation of Liberty Authorisation applications in the Court of Protectiono Judicial Reviewso Children's Public/Private Lawo Data Protection Act/GDPR Requestso Inquestso Criminal Cases
The role lends itself to someone with an interest in healthcare law and ethics who is looking at developing that interest in a world leading children's hospital.
Main duties of the job
- Preparing for and assisting with litigation and Court applications.
- Attendance at Court.
- Legal research.
- Preparation of templates and review of witness statements.
- Drafting correspondence including to solicitors and families.
- Organising and attending conferences with clinicians.
- General support and assistance for Trust Solicitors/Barristers.
- Providing cross support for Claim's Manager, and Criminal and Inquests Manager.
About us
GOSH is committed to recruiting the best person for the job, based solely on their ability and individual merit as measured against the criteria for the role; through a process that is fair, open, consistent and free from bias and discrimination.
We are committed to being a diverse and inclusive employer and foster a culture where all staff are valued, respected and acknowledged. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, age, disability status or length of time spent unemployed.
We particularly welcome applications from BAME communities, people with disabilities and/or long-term health conditions and LGBT+ community members.
We have policies and procedures in place to ensure that all applicants and employees are treated fairly and consistently. We are proud to be accredited as a Disability Confident Employer, a member of Business Disability Forum and a Stonewall Diversity Champion.
We have active and Executive supported BAME, LGBT+ and Allies, Disability and Long-Term Health Conditions and Women's staff networks. Staff networks are employee-led groups formed around interests, issues and a common bond or background. Staff network members create a positive and inclusive work environment at Great Ormond Street Hospital by actively contributing to the Trust's mission, values and efforts specific to inclusion. All of our staff networks are open to any employee.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role, and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience, and knowledge required. For both documents please view the attachment/s below.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role, and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience, and knowledge required. For both documents please view the attachment/s below.
Person Specification
GOSH Culture and Values
Essential
- Our Always values
- Experience of working as part of a diverse team.
- Experience of contributing to an inclusive workplace culture.
Academic/Professional qualification/Training
Essential
- LPC or Bar Training Course (or equivalent experience)
- Degree or equivalent qualification
Desirable
Skills & Abilities
Essential
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Excellent IT skills
- Excellent attention to detail
- Excellent time management skills and ability to work under pressure
- Ability to liaise with professional colleagues including Clinicians and Nursing Staff
- Ability to multitask, and problem solve
- Excellent analytical skills
- Excellent legal research skills
- Ability to work in a team
- Ability to work independently and use initiative
- Cheerful disposition
Knowledge & Experience
Essential
- Data Protection Act and GDPR
- Consent and Parental Responsibility
- Documentation and record keeping
- Relevant experience and a keen interest in Coroner's Inquest Law
Desirable
- Previous Paralegal experience
- Previous NHS experience
- Previous inquests experience
- Medical & Healthcare Law
- Children's Public Law
Person Specification
GOSH Culture and Values
Essential
- Our Always values
- Experience of working as part of a diverse team.
- Experience of contributing to an inclusive workplace culture.
Academic/Professional qualification/Training
Essential
- LPC or Bar Training Course (or equivalent experience)
- Degree or equivalent qualification
Desirable
Skills & Abilities
Essential
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Excellent IT skills
- Excellent attention to detail
- Excellent time management skills and ability to work under pressure
- Ability to liaise with professional colleagues including Clinicians and Nursing Staff
- Ability to multitask, and problem solve
- Excellent analytical skills
- Excellent legal research skills
- Ability to work in a team
- Ability to work independently and use initiative
- Cheerful disposition
Knowledge & Experience
Essential
- Data Protection Act and GDPR
- Consent and Parental Responsibility
- Documentation and record keeping
- Relevant experience and a keen interest in Coroner's Inquest Law
Desirable
- Previous Paralegal experience
- Previous NHS experience
- Previous inquests experience
- Medical & Healthcare Law
- Children's Public Law
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
Additional information
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
Employer details
Employer name
Great Ormond Street Hospital for Children NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Great Ormond Street Hospital for Children NHS Foundation Trust
Great Ormond Street
London
WC1N 3JH
Employer's website
https://www.gosh.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
