Job Description

Avon and Somerset Constabulary are looking for a Paralegal to join our Operational team to provide support to Lawyers in the team.


Paralegal Level 1: Scale 4 26,106 - 28,653


Paralegal Level 2: Scale 5 29,109 - 31,296

Dependent on experience; the role level and salary scale will correspond to the candidates' level of experience. Please look at both job descriptions and specify in your application which level you are applying for.


No specific experience of policing or operational policing law knowledge is required, and all training and guidance will be provided by our friendly and supportive team. We are seeking applicants who are effective communicators and who possess excellent team player skills, with the motivation to support colleagues and make a difference to one of the Force's key priority areas within this team.

In this role, your main responsibilities will be:

Under supervision, assess evidence and advise officers and police support staff and work with partner agencies in relation to civil applications in the County and Magistrates' Courts eg Civil Injunctions, Property Closure Orders, Proceeds of Crime Act forfeiture applications, Sexual Harm Prevention Orders, Sexual Risk Orders, Modern Slavery and Human Trafficking Prevention and Protection Orders, Dangerous Dogs Act applications Prepare papers for urgent applications in relation to civil protection orders such as DVPOs Support the Lawyers in advising officers and police support staff on matters relating to Police (Property) Act 1897 claims, Public Order matters, Firearms Licensing appeals, pre-charge bail applications in the Magistrates Court and other matters falling within the scope of operational policing where legal advice may be required. Making applications in the Magistrates Courts, subject to the appropriate training and permissions from the Court, in relation to uncontested and/or procedural hearings in the Magistrates Court. Providing day to day support, including legal research, to the Lawyers and Senior Lawyers. Responding to general advice queries from across the Force on a wide range of issues reporting to the duty lawyer.

What we can offer you:

A package of financial, lifestyle and health benefits to support whatever stage of life you're in, including:

Flexible working Continuous professional development Local Government Pension Scheme Employee Assistance scheme offering help through counselling services, legal advice, fitness advice, personal coaching and health assessment
Staff discount scheme for savings on shopping, days out, sporting events, holidays
In our Headquarters in Portishead, you'll have access to a 24 hour gym, on-site Costa Coffee shop and beautiful grounds.

Additional information:

To be eligible to apply for this role you must have a 5 year 'checkable history' in the UK - ideally this means that you would have been resident in the UK for the last 5 years.


The role is full time (37 hours per week) working between Monday - Friday. Working hours are flexible and will be discussed with the successful candidate at point of offer.


In person interviews will take place at Police Headquarters, Portishead week commencing 30th June 2025.


For more information please see the attached job description below or contact legalservices@AvonandSomerset.police.uk quoting vacancy ID 6716.


The application window may close early if we feel we have enough successful applications submitted. We encourage you to submit your application as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.

About us

Diversity is a strength and individuality is an asset.

We recognise the benefit different life experience and perspectives can bring.

We are on a journey to become the most inclusive police force in the country.

Find out more about our benefits and culture

Please note: We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive a high volume of applications. We encourage interested candidates to apply as soon as possible to ensure their application is considered.

Blended Working/ Hybrid Working

Avon and Somerset Police encourage flexible working where operationally possible.

This role has been identified as a blended role.

The successful candidate for this role will have the opportunity to work from home whilst also at a secondary work location, which will be a police premises. The successful applicant will have the option to discuss working arrangements with their line manager. All applicants must reside within the UK.


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Important information before you commence an application (for external applicants)

You will require the following detail to complete this application form:

National Insurance Number Identification Detail e.g. passport Address information including proof Referee information Full employment history including dates and any qualifications you may have attained Tattoos - you will also be requested to provide photos and describe of any visible tattoos you have

If the role requires you to drive you will also be required to upload details from your full driving licence including photos.

Important information before you commence an application- for ALL applicants

The application system only remains active on a single page for a period of 60 minutes.


Please ensure you allow time to complete your application fully as part complete pages do not save.


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