As an organisation we recognise the value of a healthy work-life balance.
When applying, speak to us about how we might be able to accommodate flexible working, so your work life fits around your home life.
We particularly welcome applications from Black, Asian and minority ethnic candidates as they are under-represented within the Trust.
We are looking for a Paralegal who shares our passion to support staff in the delivery of outstanding healthcare and demonstrates the Trust's values to achieve that aim.
This is a 12 month fixed term post to cover a period of maternity leave.
Please do contact us for an informal discussion about this exciting opportunity.
Main duties of the job The role of the Paralegal is to support the Healthcare Legal Services Team in the provision of a dedicated in-house legal service, which includes the following core areas: Claims: management of clinical negligence and third party claims, in line with NHSR's schemes.
We work closely with clinicians and our Divisions to robustly defend claims, protecting the interests of the Trust.
Healthcare advice: including but not limited to consent, capacity, data protection, Mental Capacity Act, and Mental Health Act, for both adults and children.
We manage High Court Applications inhouse, at a significant cost saving to the Trust.
Disclosure requests: assisting the police and local authority on childcare and criminal proceedings, where the Trust may not be a party to proceedings.
We have experience of managing complex childcare proceedings inhouse, as the South West regional centre for children.
Inquests: support and representation of staff in the Coroner's Court.
We work closely with our local Coroners on a large portfolio of inquests.
Training: internal and external training on above core areas of work.
Person specification Qualifications and Training Law degree or equivalent Completion of LPC or equivalent Knowledge and Experience Experience of managing clinical negligence claims or similar volume of work with competing deadlines Practical knowledge of the Pre-Action Protocol and Civil Procedure Rules Experience of working in the NHS or in an inhouse environment Experience of delivering training Knowledge of medical terminology Skills and Abilities Ability to understand, analyse, and advise on liability and quantum with attention to detail Excellent interpersonal skills to effectively communicate with internal and external stakeholders to provide pragmatic advice and advocate for a desired outcome Ability to manage competing priorities in a stressful environment, displaying resilience Reliable point of contact for clinicians who require support Displays initiative and a willingness to learn Passionate about working in conjunction with the Clinical Divisions to effect learning from claims We hope that you will decide to join us and become part of this exciting journey, helping us to shape our future together.
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