Job Description

Solicitor

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About the vacancy

Vacancy ID:

2108

Organisation:

Carmarthenshire County Council

Number of vacancies:

1

Contract type:

Permanent Full Time

Location:

Carmarthen

Grade:

Grade L

Salary:

49,764 - 53,829
If part time and/or term time, the full time salary quoted (based on 37hrs) will be pro-rata'd accordingly

Hourly Rate :

25.79 - 27.90

Contract Hours

37 Hours

Come and join our team

Are you a passionate and knowledgeable solicitor with expertise in education law and practice? We invite you to join our dynamic team and make a difference to clients in the education sector.


We are seeking a dedicated Solicitor to specialise in education law and practice. You will provide expert legal advice and representation to a diverse range of clients, including schools, governing bodies, and individuals on all matters relating to education and supporting the Authority's Modern Education Programme.


The successful candidate will be expected to:

Advise on education law, including admissions, exclusions, safeguarding, discrimination, ALN, regulatory compliance, and governance. Represent clients in negotiations, tribunals, and court proceedings as required. Draft, review, and negotiate a range of legal documents such as policies, contracts, and regulatory submissions. Stay abreast of legislative changes and case law within the education sector. Build and maintain strong client relationships, providing clear, practical advice tailored to client needs.

Contact Nicola Evans - njevans@carmarthenshire.gov.uk 01267 224124

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Expected date of interview:

22 September 2025

DBS level:

A Basic Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check will be requested for this job

Welsh language level - verbal

Level 1 - You will need a basic knowledge of Welsh. Reasonable support can be provided on appointment to reach this level..

Closing Date:

31/08/2025, 23:55

The Rewards

We offer an excellent benefits package including:

Competitive salary Automatic enrolment into the Local Government Pension Scheme Generous annual leave entitlement with the option of purchasing addition annual leave Access to staff health and wellbeing support Personal development and career progression Staff discount schemes and other benefits e.g., cycle-to-work scheme Flexible working and family friendly policies

Additional Information

We are committed to safe and fair recruitment, safeguarding, and protecting those we care for and serve. We make sure all our staff are vetted, selected, trained, and supervised fairly and to a high standard so that they can provide safe, effective, and compassionate care.

Please note, we have a legal obligation to consider employees for suitable alternative employment if their posts are at risk; prior consideration will be given to existing employees who meet the essential criteria and are registered on our redeployment pool.

Eligibility:

You will be asked about your nationality and if you are legally allowed to work in the United Kingdom. This is to find out if you are eligible to apply for this vacancy. This is a requirement for working within the Council or partner organisations: https://www.gov.uk/prove-right-to-work.

P

lease Note

: If you do not meet the eligibility criteria your application will not progress. If it becomes clear at a later stage in the process that you are not eligible to apply, your application may be withdrawn, or the offer retracted.

How to Apply

: All applications for this vacancy must be made using our online application system. If you have an impairment which prevents you from applying online, please email: jobs@carmarthenshire.gov.uk or contact 01267 234567 and ask for 'Recruitment' to discuss alternative arrangements to support you in the process.


Please see the 'How we Recruit' guidance on the Careers Page for more information on the recruitment process.