What Jobs are available in St Albans?

A Residential Property Lawyer is sought by a large and highly respected regional law firm with an enviable list of clients that include FTSE companies, public and private sector organisations, charities and high net worth individuals.

Our client have a first class reputation for developing and investing in home grown talent and boast staff retention levels way above the norm. They believe that retention and creating an outstanding place to work delivers inherent benefits to their clients.

They now wish to add a Solicitor, Legal Executive or Licensed Conveyancer to the Residential Property Team. You should possess a can do attitude and have extensive experience in dealing with a wide range Residential Conveyancing matters - from standard Sale, Purchase and Remortgage transactions to more complicated New Build, Buy to Let and Equity Release matters.  Experience and exposure to more complicated and specialist work will depend on the successful candidate's level of capability, more complex work including lease extensions, drafting complex property Deeds, covenants and deeds of rectification will be given to the candidate when deemed appropriate by the Supervising Partner.

In return the successful candidate will be joining a highly respected team that provide pragmatic and commercially led advice, focused on delivering exceptional quality of work. The team act for a wide range of local, national and an increasing rate of international clients.

• Crime Duty Accreditation is preferred but not essential (those without it must be willing to obtain it)
• Represent clients at police stations and manage a wide range of criminal defence cases
• Conduct advocacy in the Magistrates’ Court, including summary trials (Crown Court work available if Higher Rights are held)
• Demonstrate strong advocacy, communication, and case management skills
• Be committed to delivering high-quality, publicly funded legal representation

• Hybrid working
• A collaborative, supportive, and forward-thinking culture
• Exposure to high-quality cases and industry-leading specialists
• Structured career development with a strong record of internal promotion
• Competitive salary from £37,000 to £47,000, depending on experience

Law Staff are delighted to assist a renown, award winning Legal 500 Firm who are seeking a 10 years PQE Solicitor to act as a Head of Private Client. Working on a HYBRID basis this is a leadership role with career development and a competitive salary £80,000 - £00,000



Location: St Albans (Hybrid working arrangement) Salary: 0,000 - 00,000 (dependent on experience)



The Firm:

With a rich history spanning two decades, the Firm is acknowledged in both Legal 500 and Chambers & Partners rankings along with being recognised in the Times Best Law Firms for three consecutive years inc 2025. With a dedicated team of over 200 staff with offices nationwide, the Firm is committed to servicing clients in both privately and publicly funded legal matters. Building partnerships based on trust, ensuring clients receive the support they need during challenging times with an ethos of continuous improvement.



Private Client Role Overview: This is a leadership position to head up and build on the private client team. You would manage your own caseload while building and directing a team of legal professionals.



Key Responsibilities for this Private Client Solicitor role:

 

• Lead and develop the Private Client team


• Handle wills, lasting powers of attorney, Court of Protection cases, trusts, and probate


• Provide high-level client care


• Supervise junior staff


• Build client and professional relationships


• Expand the team and enhance Private Client services

Requirements for the Private Client Solicitor role:

• STEP Qualification (or working toward it)


• Minimum 10 years PQE


• Experience with complex private client matters


• Leadership vision and team-building skills


• Strong case management abilities


• Excellent communication skills


• Compassionate approach to client care

Benefits Package:

• Competitive salary (£ ,000- 00,000)


• Leadership role with career development


• Hybrid working arrangement


• Ongoing training and development


• 28 days annual leave plus bank holidays


• Bonus structure

• Experience handling complex commercial landlord and tenant disputes/claims including 1954 Act claims,
• Terminal dilapidations claims
• General property litigation including possession and sale claims, boundary disputes, property right disputes and disputed rights of way.
• Experience and working knowledge of cases dealing with statutory lease extensions, collective enfranchisement, commercial lease renewals, forfeiture, breach of commercial lease covenants and cases involving right of first refusal would be preferred.
• Leasehold Enfranchisement experience would be desirable
• Experience of adverse possession and prescriptive rights
• Experience of managing/supervising people
• Focused on client satisfaction and takes proactive measures to optimize and enhance client relationships

• Hybrid home working options
• Health cash plan
• Generous holiday allowance with option to buy and sell
• Pension options
• Death in service cover
• Firmwide bonus scheme
• Subsidised parking
• Employee assistance programme

Academics are proud to be working on behalf of a primary school in St. Albans. The school is currently seeking a full-time SEN Teaching Assistant to join their team from September. This is a five day a week role supporting students with a range of special educational needs.

Are you a compassionate and experienced SEN Teaching Assistant looking for your next challenge?

Role : SEN Teaching Assistant

Location : St. Albans

Pay : £90 to £110 per day, depending on experience

Located in the heart of St Albans, this school is renowned for its inclusive approach and supportive staff community. You'll be working with multiple students, each with unique needs, helping to ensure they can access learning in a way that works best for them. Whether it's autism, speech and language difficulties, or emotional regulation challenges, your experience will make a lasting difference.

Experience working in SEN environments is essential for this role. The ideal candidate will bring not only their expertise but also a positive, proactive attitude to the classroom each day.

If you're looking for a new role in St. Albans where your dedication and SEN experience will be truly valued, this is the opportunity for you. With full-time hours and a September start, this is your chance to become a key part of a thriving environment in St. Albans.

Don't miss out on this rewarding opportunity to work in St Albans supporting students who truly benefit from your care and commitment.

Contact our Hertfordshire office based in Berkhamsted for additional information quote "SEN Teaching Assistant, St. Albans"

Secondary School Daily Supply Teacher

Are you a fully qualified and experienced Secondary school teacher with QTS seeking flexibility in your career?

Have you decided that you don't want full classroom responsibilities this academic year and want to enjoy just teaching and chose when and where you work?

Are you looking for secondary teaching roles where there is no planning, preparing and marking attachments?

Or perhaps you are an ECT and haven't secured a full time ECT role yet and want to explore different schools across St. Albans to build on your experience and secure an ECT role through this route?

Academics specialise in providing daily supply, short & long term recruitment solutions to Secondary and secondary schools across the UK. Due to a heightened demand, we are looking to increase the level of Secondary school supply teachers in the St. Albans area.

We offer a number of competitive benefits including:
- Competitive rates £140-£250 per day (depending on length of role)
- A fast clearance process to get you out teaching ASAP
- A personalised & professional service by a locally based consultant

* Secondary School Daily Supply Teacher
* Supply Teaching - General Cover
* St. Albans
* ECTs welcomed to apply
* Regular Work (choice of days you want to work)
* Secondary Schools that are good and outstanding
* November 2025, January 2026

If you are looking for a change as a full time class based teacher in roles that are flexible, then supply teaching could be perfect for you. The supply teaching roles is being offered on a day to day supply basis, ranging from short term to long term and permanent placements.

Every time you work on a short term or daily placement you are actively canvassing yourself for a permanent role and this side of September is the best way to secure a role for the new academic year!

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who would like the flexibility of how little or often you would like to work.

The ideal candidates will:
- Have QTS
- Be eligible to work in the UK
- Be flexible, dedicated and be willing to work at short notice
- Have strong behavioural management skills
- Be passionate about teaching and working with children across the Secondary sector

We are currently working with a number of fantastic Secondary schools across St. Albans. The schools that we work with vary in size, faith, reputation and most have worked with us for nearly a decade or longer.

Are you looking for either long term supply or day to day supply then please apply now.

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We are looking for a dedicated 1:1 Learning Support Assistant who can work directly with individual pupils, delivering tailored support in line with personalised timetables. You'll work closely with class teachers, helping to translate educational theory into practice and supporting pupils both inside and beyond the classroom setting.

1:1 Learning Support Assistant (Part-Time, Fixed Term)

Location: St. Albans

Start date: As soon as possible
Closing date: 12th October
Salary: £24,027 pro rata (H2 scale)
Hours: 8.45am to 1.00pm; one-on-one support, inside and outside the classroom

About the role

Key responsibilities include:

• Delivering one-to-one interventions in accordance with individual plans (academic, social, emotional)
• Collaborating with teaching staff to monitor, assess, and adjust support strategies
• Observing and interpreting behaviour as communication; applying a therapeutic, evidence-informed approach to responding to behaviours
• Demonstrating initiative, resilience, and responsiveness to feedback
• Developing positive relationships with pupils, parents/carers and colleagues

Who we're looking for

We believe academics bring valuable skills to this role. If you are an academic and;

• You have strong analytical skills, able to interpret assessment data or observations to inform support plans
• You are reflective, willing to adapt practice based on evidence and feedback
• You value inclusive education and have an understanding (or willingness to learn) of therapeutic/behavioural approaches
• You display patience, resilience, a positive, learning mindset and are proactive in your professional development
• You are a good communicator and collaborator

then this role will allow you to leverage your strengths towards meaningful impact.

What the school offer

• A supportive and inclusive learning environment with clear, evidence-based practices
• Opportunities for feedback, professional growth, mentoring, and learning about therapeutic approaches in education
• Partnership with engaged parents and carers who are committed to their children's progress
• Access to employee assistance services, including GP, physiotherapy, counselling etc
• Hands-on experience of implementing personalised programmes, which can strengthen your portfolio of experience in special / inclusive education

Safeguarding & Pre-employment checks

All candidates will require:

• Enhanced DBS check
• Satisfactory references
• Proof of eligibility to work
• Other standard checks as per safeguarding policy

Please apply directly to this advert, alternatively you can contact our Hertfordshire Office based in Berkhamsted and quote "Teaching Assistant, St. Albans" and ask to speak with Louis

We are delighted to support a well-regarded primary school in the St Albans area in appointing a Class Teacher for Year 5 (Maternity Cover) , starting January 2026. This is a full-time fixed-term role, with the opportunity to make a significant contribution to the life and learning of pupils in a supportive, ambitious environment.

Vacancy : Year 5 Teacher

Location . St Albans

Pay : MPS3 to MPS6

The Role
You will lead one of the Year 5 classes during the maternity absence and deliver high-quality teaching across the curriculum. You should be creative, enthusiastic, and committed to the highest standards of pupil wellbeing and academic achievement. You will work with the existing Year 5 team to maintain consistency, coherence, and continuity of learning, helping to further develop and refine the curriculum as needed.

About You
You will be an excellent teacher with experience (or a strong ability) in KS2, ideally having taught Year 5 or equivalent years. You should be committed to ongoing professional development, able to collaborate with colleagues, and ready to take on the challenge of shaping learning outcomes. You will place children's wellbeing at the centre of your approach, supporting their personal growth as well as their academic progress.

What the School Offers
You will join a school with motivated, well-behaved pupils, supportive colleagues, and a strong community ethos. The school promotes a healthy work-life balance and provides additional non-contact time, joint PPA with your year group partner, and opportunities for professional growth. Excellent facilities, modern resources, and a culture of innovation underpin the school's commitment to pupil success.

Safeguarding
This post is subject to satisfactory references, a medical check, and an enhanced DBS check in accordance with Hertfordshire County Council guidelines.

Application Details
To apply, please submit your CV and a covering letter via Academics outlining your relevant experience, your vision for teaching Year 5, and what you would bring to this role. If you'd like to visit the school, ask further questions, or speak informally about the post, our consultant Louis is happy to arrange this. Quote "Year 5 teacher, St Albans"

Primary Teacher – Maternity Cover

St Albans, Hertfordshire
Full Time / Part Time | Fixed Term (Up to 1 Year)
Start Date: 1 January 2026
Salary: MPS / UPS

About Us

We are an all-through school (ages 4–19) located in Hertfordshire, committed to high standards, innovation, and providing the best possible progression for pupils across age phases.

In June 2022, Ofsted judged our Academy to be Good , with Outstanding in Leadership & Management, Personal Development, and Sixth‑Form Provision.

The Role

We are seeking a motivated and inspirational Primary Teacher on maternity cover for up to one year, beginning January 2026.

This role is open to both experienced and early career teachers. You will join a supportive, collaborative team dedicated to high standards of teaching and learning.

Key responsibilities include:

• Planning, delivering and assessing engaging lessons across the primary curriculum

• Maintaining high expectations for behaviour, progress and standards

• Building positive relationships with pupils, parents and colleagues

• Contributing to a stimulating, inclusive school environment

• Being professional, reflective and committed to continuous development

We welcome applications from candidates who:

• Hold Qualified Teacher Status (or equivalent)

• Are passionate about primary education and have high aspirations for all pupils

• Can demonstrate strong classroom practice, behaviour management and differentiation

• Are organised, collaborative, flexible and committed to working within a team

• Build excellent relationships with children, parents/carers and colleagues

Benefits & Support

• Professional support, development and CPD opportunities

• Working in a vibrant, supportive academy community

• Part of the wider Scholars’ Education Trust network

• A commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion — we are an equal opportunities employer

• Full safeguarding checks required (DBS, identity, references)

Interviews & Start Date

The Headteacher is keen to interview and appoint as soon as possible. Lesson observations and interviews will be arranged promptly for suitable applicants.

Safeguarding Statement

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expect all staff to share this commitment. Successful applicants will be subject to an enhanced DBS check and reference checks in line with Safer Recruitment guidelines. This role is not exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974.

If this role sounds like the perfect fit, apply now by sending your CV. Shortlisted candidates will be contacted within 48 hours.

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