Level 3 Paralegal Apprentice

DVSA

Bristol (BS5 0DA)

Closes in 16 days (Sunday 26 April 2026)

Posted on 10 April 2026

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Summary

We have an exciting opportunity to start your career at DVSA as one of our Paralegal apprentices where you will get more than just an education; you will gain skills that can set you up for life. We invest a lot in our apprentices because we want you to be the future of our business.

• Wage:

  £26,607 a year

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  Pay is reviewed annually in line with civil service processes.

• Training course: Paralegal (level 3)
• Hours: Our hybrid working model offers flexibility about where and when you work. Our expectation is that you will spend a minimum 60% of your time at your base location. Working hours are usually between 8am-6pm. Monday- Friday and will be agreed with you.

  37 hours a week

• Start date:

  Monday 3 August 2026

• Duration:

  2 years

• Positions available:

  5

Work

Most of your apprenticeship is spent working. You’ll learn on the job by getting hands-on experience.

What you'll do at work

• Checking paperwork and liaising with courts and internal/external customers regarding cases/dates, ensuring that deadlines are met
• Deliver support to colleagues, generating and sending appropriate letters and proformas
• Accept receipt of new prosecution cases submitted via an IT system, checking accuracy
• Prepare summonses or postal charges and related documentation for cases to be presented at court
• Manage individual case load on a daily basis by using IT diaries
• Liaise with contracted solicitors and DVSA enforcement staff and appoint legal representation in the event of an appeal against a court decision
• Book hearing dates at Magistrates’ Courts, liaising between courts and DVSA staff

Where you'll work

Berkeley House
Croydon Street
Bristol
BS5 0DA

Training

Apprenticeships include time away from working for specialist training. You’ll study to gain professional knowledge and skills.

Training provider

DAMAR LIMITED

Training course

Paralegal (level 3)

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What you'll learn

Course contents

• assist in administering procedures using most effective channels to progress caseloads.
• conduct legal research using selected sources such as legal databases.
• solve legal technical problems within their remit and escalating as needed.
• present findings from legal research in line with organisational expectations.
• assist in applying the principles of Law to stakeholder cases.
• assist with legal matters and transactions within the organisation.
• communicate using plain English to provide clarification and explanation of the legal process and standard legal terms.
• organise and administer workflow such as legal files, case management and accounting systems to progress work within service level expectations.
• carry out file management activities such as prepare and collate bundles, take and file accurate notes, close and review files, maintain databases and version control.
• use a range of digital tools and technologies, for example to draft legal documents, conduct legal research, carry out data analysis and collaborate with others.
• apply fraud protection measures and cyber security procedures in relation to transactions, keeping up to date with approaches.
• undertake activities to ensure a clear picture of a stakeholder’s needs and risks throughout legal transactions.
• assess risks and benefits to the stakeholder of different options and making recommendations to senior team members to ensure that they work in the stakeholders’ best interests.
• assist in administering procedures using most effective channels to progress caseloads.
• conduct legal research using selected sources such as legal databases.
• solve legal technical problems within their remit and escalating as needed.
• present findings from legal research in line with organisational expectations.
• assist in applying the principles of Law to stakeholder cases.
• assist with legal matters and transactions within the organisation.
• communicate using plain English to provide clarification and explanation of the legal process and standard legal terms.
• organise and administer workflow such as legal files, case management and accounting systems to progress work within service level expectations.
• carry out file management activities such as prepare and collate bundles, take and file accurate notes, close and review files, maintain databases and version control.
• use a range of digital tools and technologies, for example to draft legal documents, conduct legal research, carry out data analysis and collaborate with others.
• apply fraud protection measures and cyber security procedures in relation to transactions, keeping up to date with approaches.
• undertake activities to ensure a clear picture of a stakeholder’s needs and risks throughout legal transactions.
• assess risks and benefits to the stakeholder of different options and making recommendations to senior team members to ensure that they work in the stakeholders’ best interests.

Training schedule

• The apprenticeship will be delivered by Damar Training
• This apprenticeship is due to start in September 2026 and we will be looking to onboard successful applicants in August 2026

More training information

• This apprenticeship will be delivered online
• You’ll be fully supported to meet the learning requirements of the qualification
• This is a great opportunity to join DVSA’s Legal team where you will learn new skills and gain a qualification

Requirements

Desirable qualifications

GCSE in:

• English (grade 4)
• Maths (grade 4)

Share if you have other relevant qualifications and industry experience. The apprenticeship can be adjusted to reflect what you already know.

Skills

• Communication skills
• IT skills
• Attention to detail
• Organisation skills
• Problem solving skills
• Logical
• Team working
• Initiative

Other requirements

If you currently hold or are working towards a similar qualification of the same level or higher i.e. Level 3 Paralegal qualification, then you will not be eligible to apply for this vacancy. Any qualifications previously held or currently being worked towards must differ in content so that this apprenticeship provides substantial new skills.

About this employer

We are the Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency, and we are 1 of the 5 executive agencies that make up the Department for Transport. We employ about 4,600 people across Great Britain to help us achieve our mission of keeping Britain moving, safely and sustainably. Our work affects millions of people and thousands of businesses. Most importantly, our work saves lives. We make sure colleagues have the skills to meet the needs of Britain’s road users.

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Company benefits

You will have access to a wide range of fantastic benefits. We offer generous annual leave, attractive pension options, inclusive working environments and much more to support a healthy work/life balance.

Disability Confident

A fair proportion of interviews for this apprenticeship will be offered to applicants with a disability or long-term health condition. This includes non-visible disabilities and conditions.

You can choose to be considered for an interview under the Disability Confident scheme. You’ll need to meet the essential requirements to be considered for an interview.

After this apprenticeship

• Once qualified you will have the opportunity to progress within DVSA and the wider civil service, including the opportunity to further develop your paralegal skills

Ask a question

The contact for this apprenticeship is:

DVSA

India Hemmings

india.hemmings@dvsa.gov.uk

The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC2000024578.

Apply now

Closes in 16 days (Sunday 26 April 2026)

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