96 Temporary Employment jobs in New Eltham

We are Hestia. We make a difference.

At Hestia, we are guided by our core values and are dedicated to fostering an equitable, diverse, and inclusive organisation. Our mission is to empower individuals to rebuild their lives and achieve independence. Right now, we are looking for a Employment Specialist to play a pivotal role in our Employability Service in Haringey.

Sounds great, what will I be doing?

We are seeking a dedicated and adaptable professional to manage a caseload of up to 20 clients, supporting individuals with mental health conditions into meaningful employment using the IPS model. The ideal candidate will work closely with clinical teams, contribute to multi-disciplinary care planning, and build strong relationships with employers to tailor job opportunities. Strong organisational and communication skills are essential for managing referrals, job retention support, and compliance with NHS and Hillside protocols. The role also requires accurate KPI tracking, benefit guidance, and flexibility to work across various settings. A commitment to professional development, collaboration, and client-centred outcomes is key.

What do I need to bring with me?

You'll need to be able to demonstrate the core skills this role requires as well as match our values and mission. You don't have to tick all  the boxes right away; the important thing is that you're willing to learn. We also value lived experience of the areas we support, so if you feel comfortable, please do mention this on your application.

Here's what the team will be looking for

You bring extensive experience managing a caseload of up to twenty clients, applying the eight principles of Individual Placement and Support (IPS) to help individuals secure and sustain meaningful employment. You combine traditional job search strategies with proactive employer engagement, ensuring that each client receives tailored, effective support aligned with their goals and abilities.

Your ability to collaborate seamlessly with clinical teams, employers, and external agencies reflects your commitment to a multi-disciplinary, integrated approach that connects employment with mental health recovery. You build and maintain productive relationships across sectors, ensuring that clients benefit from joined-up, holistic support.

You possess strong job sourcing and networking skills, identifying suitable employment opportunities through local employers, community contacts, and Pan-London networks. By developing and sustaining trusted partnerships with employers, you not only match clients to current vacancies but also create pathways for future opportunities.

Highly organised and detail-oriented, you manage documentation and performance tracking efficiently, ensuring that all KPIs, job outcomes, and retention targets are met. You maintain full compliance with NHS and Hillside protocols, demonstrating reliability and accountability in all administrative and reporting processes.

You take a client-centred approach, providing consistent support before, during, and after job placements. You guide clients through the onboarding process, help them navigate the impact of work on benefits, and offer ongoing support to ensure job sustainment and wellbeing.

Motivated, flexible, and dedicated to continuous learning, you manage your time effectively across community and clinical environments, maintaining clear professional boundaries and participating actively in training and external IPS supervision. Your approach is proactive, compassionate, and driven by a strong belief in the transformative power of employment as part of mental health recovery.

When will I be working?

You will be Monday to Friday 09:00 to 17:00

Interview Steps

We keep our interview process simple, so you know exactly what to expect.

• Shortlisting call: We have a team of dedicated recruitment specialists who will speak to you about your experience, motivations and values. They will also tell you about all the great work we do!
• Face to face interview: Now you will have face to face interview with the hiring manager. Our interviews are value and competency based.

Don't be alarmed if there are other stages in the process, it's all part of the plan for some of our roles.

Our commitment to Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion

Our services users come from all walks of life and so do we. We hire great people from a wide variety of backgrounds because it makes us stronger. We are committed to creating and maintaining a diverse and inclusive workforce and value the skills, abilities, talent and experiences, different people and communities bring to our organisation.

We are a disability confident employer

Hestia is proud to be a disability confident employer, dedicated to the employment and career development of individuals with disabilities. We offer a guaranteed interview scheme for all applicants with disabilities who meet the minimum criteria for the role they have applied for. We also provide reasonable adjustments during the selection and interview process, and throughout your employment with us.

Safeguarding Statement

Hestia is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of adults, children and young people who are potentially at risk, and we therefore expect all staff and volunteers to do the same. We require all staff to undertake internal and external safeguarding training throughout their employment with Hestia.

Important Information for Candidates

If your application is successful, please be aware that you will be required to undergo pre-employment checks before a formal offer of employment can be confirmed.

We reserve the right to close this job advert early should we receive a high volume of applications or if the position is filled before the closing date. We encourage interested candidates to apply as soon as possible to ensure their application is considered.

NEW – Employment Associate Vacancy – London City

This is a tremendous new opportunity for an Employment Solicitor to join this highly rated, Legal 500 team.

We welcome applications from Solicitors with the following:

• 3-7 years' PQE (guideline only)  
• Senior associates would be welcome too
• Respondent background
• Experience of matters including, but not limited to restructuring, TUPE, tribunals, grievances, discrimination and dismissals
• Broad industry experience 

The firm:

• Legal 500 ranked across multiple areas
• Genuinely collaborative and a meritocracy
• Does not operate a "chained to the desk" culture
• Ongoing personal and professional development
• Excellent peer support
• Stable and solvent

Sounds good, doesn't it?

Please contact Simon Wright at G2 Legal for a confidential conversation.

#INDCATS

Employment Solicitor 3+ PQE, London/ Hybrid, up to £60,000 (DOE). Join a supportive and inclusive environment where employees are encouraged to develop both personally and professionally. Offering a competitive salary and flexible work policies, the company presents a comprehensive benefits package designed to ensure a healthy work-life balance for their employees. 



THE ROLE:

As the appointed employment solicitor, you will manage a diverse range of employment cases, providing expert legal guidance and support to stakeholders. Your responsibilities will include overseeing and coordinating legal processes, such as drafting statements and organising disclosure bundles, ensuring efficient and effective handling of each case.



THE CANDIDATE:

Applications are open to candidates with at least 3 years of post-qualification experience and who can demonstrate their expertise by managing a significant volume of advisory work. The successful legal professional will have exceptional written and verbal communication skills while consistently prioritising the needs of the client.



THE ORGANISATION:

Join a high-performing, supportive team where your skills and contributions are valued, and you’ll have the opportunity to work alongside experts.



THE PACKAGE:

This organisation offers a supportive environment, a competitive salary, flexible policies, and a comprehensive benefits package to support a healthy work-life balance.



 

Firm Profile

gunnercooke is a Top 75 law firm recognised by over 80 industry awards. Launched in 2010, the firm has rapidly grown to over 500 lawyers across 14 global offices in the UK, US, Germany and Austria. Our breadth of expertise covers some of the most interesting and important emerging disciplines, from ESG and charity law, to blockchain and competition.

Collaboration is at the forefront of our award-winning culture and is what sets our firm apart from the rest. gunnercooke operates as a fee share model meaning our professionals join as self-employed advisors, free to design and develop the practice they’ve always wanted. Our firm brings together the most ambitious and commercially minded people, who build and work in dynamic teams of their choosing, to best suit their clients’ needs.

Our purpose is simple; to deliver a positive impact for our clients, provide a better life for our people and to leave a better world than we found. Our charitable arm, the gunnercooke foundation, enables us to directly engage with communities on social issues and to help charitable organisations grow.

The Role

We are looking for an Employment Solicitor NQ - 3 years PQE to join our reputable Employment Partner in central London.

This is an exciting opportunuity for a junior lawyer to take the next step in their career and join a reputable team headed up by an Employment law Partner with 30 years of experience in the industry.

In this role, you will have the opportunity to develop into a strong technical employment lawyer, you will have the opportunity to get involved in a varied case load, developing your networking and overall professional acumen skills.

The role encompasses all aspects of contentious and non-contentious employment law including: exit packages, internal grievances and disciplinaries, litigating matters in the employment tribunal and civil courts, partnership agreements, management of employees on team moves, permanent health insurance, unfair dismissal, discrimination, harassment, whistleblowing, victimisation, post termination restrictive covenants, injunctive relief, contracts of employment, service agreements, employment law due diligence on corporate acquisitions, shareholder disputes and much more. The client base comprises of senior exits up to £3 million and a company client retainer base with turnovers of up to 8 billion euros.

Main responsibilities include:

• Assisting a team of employment lawyers.
• Handle a mixed caseload of contentious and non-contentious employment law.
• Demonstrate commercial awareness.
• Uphold a collaborative working environment.
• Providing end-to-end technical support on employment matters.
• Drafting and advising upon settlement agreements.
• Assisting with day-to-day queries relating to grievance and discipline.
• Employment law corporate support work working with the firm’s busy corporate team.
• Reviewing and preparing contracts of employment.
• Involvement in all preparatory steps in a tribunal (no advocacy is expected)
• Exposure to TUPE and post-termination restrictions.
• Team moves
• Shareholder disputes.
• Employment law due diligence on corporate acquisitions.

Essential Experience:

• You will be a qualified Solicitor in England & Wales
• You will be Newly Qualified - 3 years PQE (more senior applications may be accepted).
• Experience handling a mix of contentious and non-contentious employment matters

Desirable experience:

• Employment law experience gained at a top 200 firm
• Applicants should ideally have a 2:1 degree or above from a UK university ; a degree from a Russell Group university is advantageous.

(More junior applications of paralegals, may be considered provided considerable experience within Employment law)

What else are we looking for:

• Commercial awareness and negotiating skills.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and oral.
• Accuracy and strong attention to detail.
• Ability to build strong rapport and to establish and maintain effective working relationships with clients and colleagues at all levels.
• Strong IT skills (specifically Outlook, Microsoft Excel/Word, and Data Rooms).
• Ability to plan work and prioritise tasks.

This role is an excellent role for someone who wants to springboard their career and join a progressive environment working alongside like-minded lawyers.

For immediate consideration, apply now, or send your CV and covering letter to

A highly regarded regional practice in west London is looking for an ambitious Employment Solicitor to join their growing team.

This is an exciting opportunity to join their small but busy employment team where you will work on predominantely employer matters respresenting businesses.

You'll be joining a supportive and collaborative team who value your contribution and expertise and, nurture your growth and offer strong career progression opportunities.

Your caseload as their new Employment Solicitor will include, but is not limited to:

- Restrictive covenants

- Unfair dismissal

- Discrimination

- Redundancy

- Whistle blowing

- TUPE

We are looking for an Employment Solicitor with the following attributes:

- 2 to 3 PQE as a Solicitor

- Demonstrable experience and knowledge of UK employment legislation

- Good communication and negotiation

Benefits of this opportunity include:

- Generous bonuses

- Hybrid working

- On site parking

- Excellent holiday allowance

If you're an 2 - 3 PQE Employment Solicitor looking for an exciting new role, look no further and apply today!

Service Care Legal are working with a respected Legal 500 firm in South East London is looking to appoint an experienced Employment Solicitor with a minimum of 3 years’ PQE to join their established and growing Employment Department.

This firm is known for its collaborative, partner-led approach and strong internal support structure. The role will suit a technically sound and commercially-minded solicitor looking for a mix of contentious and non-contentious employment work, with excellent scope for professional development.

The Role

You will be working closely with partners and other senior solicitors on a broad range of matters. The firm acts for both employers and employees, giving you the opportunity to manage diverse and often high-quality instructions. Matters include:

• Employment Tribunal claims
• Settlement Agreements
• TUPE advice
• Drafting contracts and staff handbooks
• Disciplinary and grievance procedures
• Mediation and early conciliation
• Advising on HR policies and internal investigations
• You will be expected to handle your own caseload from instruction through to resolution, with access to support where needed, and to contribute to business development initiatives.

Candidate Requirements

• Qualified Solicitor in England & Wales with a minimum of 3 years’ PQE in employment law
• Strong experience in both contentious and non-contentious work
• Confident handling Tribunal litigation independently
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Comfortable working directly with clients and building long-term relationships
• A proactive, commercial mindset with an interest in developing your practice

Employment Solicitor 3+ PQE, London/ Hybrid, up to £60,000 (DOE). Join a supportive and inclusive environment where employees are encouraged to develop both personally and professionally. Offering a competitive salary and flexible work policies, the company presents a comprehensive benefits package designed to ensure a healthy work-life balance for their employees. To apply or to register your interest, please contact Kaye at eNL on or email with your CV.

THE ROLE:

As the appointed employment solicitor, you will manage a diverse range of employment cases, providing expert legal guidance and support to stakeholders. Your responsibilities will include overseeing and coordinating legal processes, such as drafting statements and organising disclosure bundles, ensuring efficient and effective handling of each case.

THE CANDIDATE:

Applications are open to candidates with at least 3 years of post-qualification experience and who can demonstrate their expertise by managing a significant volume of advisory work. The successful legal professional will have exceptional written and verbal communication skills while consistently prioritising the needs of the client.

THE ORGANISATION:

Join a high-performing, supportive team where your skills and contributions are valued, and you’ll have the opportunity to work alongside experts.

THE PACKAGE:

This organisation offers a supportive environment, a competitive salary, flexible policies, and a comprehensive benefits package to support a healthy work-life balance.

HOW TO APPLY:

Contact Kaye Thumpston at eNL on or email with your CV or simply call for a confidential discussion.

eNL will never share your CV with a third party without your express permission. As part of our candidate care process, we aim to respond to all applications in 7 days. If you have not been contacted within this timescale, your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion. Please note our advertisements use PQE/salary levels purely as a guide.

At eNL we value diversity and inclusion. We want to attract people at all levels and encourage applications from all suitably qualified candidates, whatever your ethnicity, religion, age, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or any characteristics protected by law in the jurisdictions in which we operate

Employment Lawyer – In-House - London

Our client is a world-class leading law firm with over 5000 employees spread across 30 offices in 20 countries. The firm is known for it’s corporate and financial services expertise and boasts many of the world-leading companies as its clients. The firm is staffed by exceptional lawyers who outperform and constantly deliver best-in-class service. In turn the fee-earners are supported by an exceptional infrastructure to ensure that everyone can achieve their best.

A vacancy has arisen for a senior employment lawyer to join the in-house team and work closely with the Head of Employee Relations. This is an important and influential role within the team, and it will require working closely with senior stakeholders on complex and confidential matters.

The ideal candidate must be qualified as a solicitor in England and Wales and have at least 6 years’ PQE. You should have private practice experience, having trained at a leading law firm, and we are ideally seeking an individual who has also gained significant in-house experience. It would be ideal if this in-house experience had been gained in a professional services organisation or within a partnership structure. It is imperative that you have excellent up-to-date knowledge of UK employment law, and it would be highly beneficial if you can advise on both contentious and non-contentious issues. The role will include complaints, grievances, claims, TUPE and policy framework to list just some of the content.

The role involves directly engaging with key senior individuals in the business and acting as a trusted advisor in the wider HR team. We are, therefore, seeking an individual who has strong communication skills and can forge good working relationships with colleagues. You will need to be able to foster trust and establish credibility at all levels. You must also be able to prioritise tight deadlines, manage a busy workload and be comfortable handling competing deadlines at times.

This is an exceptional opportunity to join an international business and take on a challenging and rewarding role. The firm will ensure you are supported and mentored to enable you to deliver your very best and achieve your career ambitions.

Please get in touch to find out more - Michelle Corneby at

Firm Profile

gunnercooke is a Top 75 law firm recognised by over 80 industry awards. Launched in 2010, the firm has rapidly grown to over 500 lawyers across 14 global offices in the UK, US, Germany and Austria. Our breadth of expertise covers some of the most interesting and important emerging disciplines, from ESG and charity law, to blockchain and competition.

Collaboration is at the forefront of our award-winning culture and is what sets our firm apart from the rest. gunnercooke operates as a fee share model meaning our professionals join as self-employed advisors, free to design and develop the practice they’ve always wanted. Our firm brings together the most ambitious and commercially minded people, who build and work in dynamic teams of their choosing, to best suit their clients’ needs.

Our purpose is simple; to deliver a positive impact for our clients, provide a better life for our people and to leave a better world than we found. Our charitable arm, the gunnercooke foundation, enables us to directly engage with communities on social issues and to help charitable organisations grow.

The Role

We are looking for an Employment Solicitor NQ - 3 years PQE to join our reputable Employment Partner in central London.

This is an exciting opportunuity for a junior lawyer to take the next step in their career and join a reputable team headed up by an Employment law Partner with 30 years of experience in the industry.

In this role, you will have the opportunity to develop into a strong technical employment lawyer, you will have the opportunity to get involved in a varied case load, developing your networking and overall professional acumen skills.

The role encompasses all aspects of contentious and non-contentious employment law including: exit packages, internal grievances and disciplinaries, litigating matters in the employment tribunal and civil courts, partnership agreements, management of employees on team moves, permanent health insurance, unfair dismissal, discrimination, harassment, whistleblowing, victimisation, post termination restrictive covenants, injunctive relief, contracts of employment, service agreements, employment law due diligence on corporate acquisitions, shareholder disputes and much more. The client base comprises of senior exits up to £3 million and a company client retainer base with turnovers of up to 8 billion euros.

Main responsibilities include:

• Assisting a team of employment lawyers.
• Handle a mixed caseload of contentious and non-contentious employment law.
• Demonstrate commercial awareness.
• Uphold a collaborative working environment.
• Providing end-to-end technical support on employment matters.
• Drafting and advising upon settlement agreements.
• Assisting with day-to-day queries relating to grievance and discipline.
• Employment law corporate support work working with the firm’s busy corporate team.
• Reviewing and preparing contracts of employment.
• Involvement in all preparatory steps in a tribunal (no advocacy is expected)
• Exposure to TUPE and post-termination restrictions.
• Team moves
• Shareholder disputes.
• Employment law due diligence on corporate acquisitions.

Essential Experience:

• You will be a qualified Solicitor in England & Wales
• You will be Newly Qualified - 3 years PQE (more senior applications may be accepted).
• Experience handling a mix of contentious and non-contentious employment matters

Desirable experience:

• Employment law experience gained at a top 200 firm
• Applicants should ideally have a 2:1 degree or above from a UK university ; a degree from a Russell Group university is advantageous.

(More junior applications of paralegals, may be considered provided considerable experience within Employment law)

What else are we looking for:

• Commercial awareness and negotiating skills.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and oral.
• Accuracy and strong attention to detail.
• Ability to build strong rapport and to establish and maintain effective working relationships with clients and colleagues at all levels.
• Strong IT skills (specifically Outlook, Microsoft Excel/Word, and Data Rooms).
• Ability to plan work and prioritise tasks.

This role is an excellent role for someone who wants to springboard their career and join a progressive environment working alongside like-minded lawyers.

For immediate consideration, apply now, or send your CV and covering letter to