You must be deadline-oriented, evidence-driven, team-oriented, computer literate, and possess strong communication skills. Enjoy working in a fast-paced environment.

You will assess legal aid applications, make decisions using guidelines, meet performance targets, and ensure accurate, secure data processing.

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<div><div><div><div><div><h3 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>General Information
</b></h3></div></div><div><div><div><div>Salary
</div><div>&pound;24,202
</div></div><div><div>Working Pattern
</div><div>Full Time, Part Time, Part Time/Job Share, Flexible Working
</div></div><div><div>Vacancy Approach
</div><div>External
</div></div><div><div>Location
</div><div>Nottingham
</div></div><div><div>Region
</div><div>East Midlands
</div></div><div><div>Closing Date
</div><div>19-Mar-2025
</div></div><div><div>Post Type
</div><div>Permanent
</div></div><div><div>Civil Service Grade
</div><div>AO
</div></div><div><div>Number of jobs available
</div><div>3
</div></div><div><div>Job ID
</div><div>3380
</div></div></div></div></div><div><div><div><h3 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Descriptions &amp; requirements
</b></h3></div></div><div><div><div><div>Job description
</div><p></p><div><h1 class="jobSectionHeader"><p><b>Case Management</b></p><p>
The Case Management department is the delivery function of the LAA and our staff ensure that each year 600,000 new clients are able to access the justice they require, and that their providers are fairly remunerated for the delivery of the legal aid. As part of the work we do, we must ensure that we understand and improve the effectiveness of the schemes whilst achieving value for money.</p><p><b>
Crime Case Management Team</b></p><p>
The Crime Case Management Team are responsible for a wide range of processes. These include assessing and approving Legal Aid applications and detailed means testing, assessing and authorising Magistrates and Crown Courts Criminal Legal Aid bills, and ensuring constant Duty Solicitor coverage in England and Wales.</p><p><b>
Job Summary</b></p><p>
As a member of our Case Management Team, Caseworkers at this level will need to understand the regulations and guidelines so they can: -</p><ul><li>Process applications for legal aid or</li><li>Process claims for costs or</li><li>Undertake activities related to the collection of payments</li></ul><p>
Key Responsibilities:</p><ul><li>Assess applications for legal aid and claims for case payment.</li><li>Use guidance and regulations to make accurate decisions.</li></ul><ul>
<li>Ensure your work meets performance targets.</li>
<li>Ensure all data is processed accurately and securely.</li>
</ul><div><div><div><div><p>Essential Knowledge, Experience and skills</p><br>
</div><div><ul><li>Ability to work to deadlines</li></ul>
<ul><li>Make decisions using evidence/information</li></ul>
<ul><li>Work well as part of a team</li>
<li>Computer Literate</li>
<li>Good communication skills</li><br>
</ul></div></div><br>
<div><div><p>Person Specification</p><br>
</div><div><ul><li>Enjoys working in fast-changing environment.</li></ul>
</div></div><br>
</div></div><p><b>Assessment approach</b></p><div>
<div><div><div><p><b>Application Process</b></p><br>
</div></div><br>
<div><div><p>To apply please provide a statement of suitability showing how you meet the essential criteria in no more than 500 words.</p><br>
<p></p><p>Your statement should demonstrate your ability to do all of the essential criteria listed, using examples can help strengthen your application.</p><br>
<p></p><p>Please note we do not require a CV.</p><br>
<p></p><p><b>The advert may indicate that an Experience question is required at application, however, this is not required &ndash; we only require a Statement of Suitability.</b></p><br>
<p></p><p>We have two 45-minute webinars scheduled on <b>6 March at 10am and 13 March at 10am</b> to allow applicants to discuss the opportunity further and hear more about joining the organisation. If you are interested in attending, please register your interest .</p><br>
</div></div><br>
<div><div><p><b>Interview / assessment Process &ndash; Stage 1</b></p><br>
</div></div><br>
<div><div><p>If you are successful through the application stage, you will be invited to an ability assessment via Microsoft Teams w you will be assessed against the following:</p><br>
<p></p><ul><li>A written exercise to assess your written communication skills</li></ul><br>
</div></div><br>
<p></p><div><div><p><b>Interview / assessment Process &ndash; Stage 2</b></p><br>
</div></div><br>
<div><div><p>If you are successful through the ability stage, you will be invited to an interview / assessment centre via Microsoft Teams w you will be assessed against the following:</p><br>
<p></p><ul><li>Strengths relevant to the role</li></ul>
<ul><li>A question based on the essential skills and experience required of a caseworker</li></ul><br>
</div></div><br>
</div></div><p></p><p>Shortlisting is planned for week commencing 24 March 2025</p><p>
Stage 1 interviews are planned for week commencing 7 April 2025</p><p>
Stage 2 interviews are planned for week commencing 28 April 2025</p><p></p><p><br>
If you would like more information on this opportunity, please contact &ndash; Hardeep Pabla Hardeep.Pabla@justice.gov.uk or Craig Ambrose Craig.Ambrose@justice.gov.uk</p></h1><br>
</div></div><div><div>Additional Information
</div><div><p>We have two 45-minute webinars scheduled on 6 March at 10am and 13 March at 10am to allow applicants to discuss the opportunity further and hear more about joining the organisation. If you are interested in attending, please register your interest .</p><p><br>
</p><p><b>Working Arrangements &amp; Further Information</b></p><p>
The MoJ offers Hybrid Working arrangements w business need allows. This is an informal, non-contractual form of flexible working that blends working from your base location, different MoJ sites and / or from home (please be aware that this role can only be worked in the UK and not overseas). All employees will be expected to spend a minimum of 60% of their working time in an office, subject to local estate capacity.</p><p>
Some roles will not be suitable for Hybrid Working. Similarly, Hybrid Working will not suit everyone&rsquo;s circumstances. Arrangements will be discussed and agreed with the successful candidate(s) and subject to regular review.</p><p><b>
For nationally advertised role:</b> all successful candidates will be appointed to the nearest viable office nearest to their home postcode and on its respective pay scale. This will be at either a HQ building (subject to desk allocation, a Justice Collaboration Centre (JCC) or a Justice Satellite Office (JSO) &ndash; See Map. All employees will be expected to spend a minimum of 60% of their working time in an office, subject to local estate capacity).
</p><p>For current MoJ employees, your base location will need to be changed to the nearest viable office (to your home postcode), either at a HQ building, JCC or JSO within the National Office Network and moved its location&rsquo;s respective pay scale (any legacy arrangements/locations will need to be amended).</p><p>
Some of MoJ&rsquo;s terms and conditions of service are changing as part of Civil Service reform. The changes will apply to staff joining MoJ who are new to the Civil Service. Staff joining MoJ from other civil service employers will transfer onto the new MoJ terms if they are already on 'modernised' terms in their current post or onto 'unmodernised' MoJ terms if they are on 'unmodernised' terms at their current post. Details will be available if an offer is made.</p><p>
MoJ candidates who are on a specialist grade, will be able to retain their grade on lateral transfer.</p><p>
All candidates who are currently in receipt of Mark Time / Pay Protection should ensure they are familiar with the new policy on permanent and temporary promotion which can be found on the employee intranet.</p><p><b>
Flexible working hours</b></p><p>
The Ministry of Justice offers a flexible working system in many offices. Standard full time working hours are 37 hours per week. MoJ welcomes part-time, flexible and job-sharing working patterns, w they meet the demands of the role and business needs. All applications for part-time, flexible and job-sharing working patterns will be considered in accordance with the MoJ&rsquo;s Flexible Working policy.</p><p><b>
Benefits</b></p><p>
The MoJ offers a range of benefits:</p><p><b>
Annual Leave</b></p><p>
Annual leave is 25 days on appointment and will increase to 30 days after five years&rsquo; service.</p><p>
T is also a scheme to allow qualifying staff to buy or sell up to three days leave each year. Additional paid time off for public holidays and 1 privilege day. Leave for part-time and job share posts will be calculated on a pro-rata basis.</p><p><b>
Pension</b></p><p>
The Civil Service offers a choice of pension schemes, giving you the flexibility to choose the pension that suits you best.</p><p><b>
Training</b></p><p>
The Ministry of Justice is committed to staff development and offers an extensive range of training and development opportunities.</p><p><b>
Networks</b></p><p>
The opportunity to join employee-run networks that have been established to provide advice and support and to enable the views of employees from minority groups to be expressed direct to senior management. T are currently networks for employees of minority ethnic origin, employees with disabilities, employees with caring responsibilities, women employees, and lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender employees.</p><p><b>
Support</b></p><ul>
<li>A range of &lsquo;Family Friendly&rsquo; policies such as opportunities to work reduced hours or job share.</li>
<li>Access to flexible benefits such as voluntary benefits, retail vouchers and discounts on a range of goods and services.</li>
<li>For moves to or from another employer or moves across the Civil Service this can have implications on your eligibility to carry on claiming childcare vouchers. You may however be eligible for alternative government childcare support schemes, including Tax Free Childcare. More information can be found on www.GOV.UK or Childcare Choices. You can determine your eligibility at https://www.childcarechoices.gov.uk/.</li>
<li>Paid paternity, adoption and maternity leave.</li>
<li>Free annual sight tests for employees who use computer screens.</li>
</ul><p><b>Working for the Civil Service</b></p><p>
The Civil Service Code sets out the standards of behaviour expected of civil servants.</p><p>
We recruit by merit on the basis of fair and open competition, as outlined in the Civil Service Commission's recruitment principles. Should you feel that the recruitment process has breached the recruitment principles you are able to raise a formal complaint in the following order</p><ul>
<li>To Transformative Business Services (0345 241 5359 (Monday to Friday 8am - 6pm) or e mail moj-recruitment-vetting-enquiries@resourcing.soprasteria.co.uk);</li>
<li>To Ministry of Justice Resourcing team (resourcing-management-office@justice.gov.uk);</li>
To the Civil Service Commission (details available <li>)</li>
</ul><p>As a Disability Confident employer, MoJ are committed to providing everyone with the opportunity to demonstrate their skills, talent and abilities, by making adjustments throughout all elements of the recruitment process and in the workplace. MoJ are able to offer an interview to disabled candidates who meet the minimum selection criteria, except in a limited number of campaigns.</p><p>
For more information on applying for a role as a candidate with a disability or long-term condition, please watch our animated videos.</p><p>
You will be able to request reasonable adjustments to the recruitment process within the application form. If you need additional help completing the application form, please contact the TBS Recruitment Enquiries Team.</p><p><b>
Diversity &amp; Inclusion</b></p><p>
The Civil Service is committed to attract, retain and invest in talent wver it is found. To learn more please see the Civil Service People Plan and the Civil Service Diversity and Inclusion Strategy.</p><p><b>
A Great Place to Work for Veterans</b></p><p>
The &quot;Making the Civil Service a Great Place to work for veterans&quot; initiative includes a guaranteed interview scheme to those who meet the minimum criteria to provide eligible former members of the Armed Forces with opportunities to secure rewarding jobs. Allowing veterans to continue to serve their country, and to bring highly skilled individuals with a broad range of experience into the Civil Service in an environment, which recognises and values your previous service in the Armed Forces.<br>
For further details about the initiative and eligibility requirements visit: https://www.gov.uk/government/news/making-the-civil-service-a-great-place-to-work-for-veterans</p><p><b>
Redeployment Interview Scheme</b></p><p>
Civil Service departments are expected to explore redeployment opportunities before making an individual redundant. The MoJ is committed, as part of the Redeployment Interview Scheme, to providing opportunities to those who are 'at risk of redundancy'.</p><p>
MoJ is able to offer an interview to eligible candidates who meet the minimum selection criteria, except in a limited number of campaigns. Candidates will not be eligible for the Redeployment Interview Scheme if they are applying on promotion.</p><p><b>
Civil Service Nationality Rules</b></p><p>
This job is broadly open to the following groups:</p><ul>
<li>UK nationals</li>
<li>nationals of the Republic of Ireland</li>
<li>nationals of Commonwealth countries who have the right to work in the UK</li>
<li>nationals of the EU, Switzerland, Norway, Iceland or Liechtenstein and family members of those nationalities with settled or pre-settled status under the European Union Settlement Scheme (EUSS) (opens in a new window) https://www.gov.uk/settled-status-eu-citizens-families</li>
<li>nationals of the EU, Switzerland, Norway, Iceland or Liechtenstein and family members of those nationalities who have made a valid application for settled or pre-settled status under the European Union Settlement Scheme (EUSS)</li>
<li>individuals with limited leave to remain or indefinite leave to remain who were eligible to apply for EUSS on or before 31 December 2020</li>
<li>Turkish nationals, and certain family members of Turkish nationals, who have accrued the right to work in the Civil Service</li>
</ul><p>Further information on nationality requirements (opens in a new window) https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/nationality-rules</p><p><b>
Reserve list</b></p><p>
A reserve list may be held for up to 12 months from which further appointments may be made for the same or similar roles.</p><p></p>
</div></div><div><div>Contact Information
</div><div><p><b>MoJ:</b></p>
<p>If you require any assistance please call 0345 241 5359 (Monday to Friday 8am - 6pm) or e mail moj-recruitment-vetting-enquiries@resourcing.soprasteria.co.uk</p>
<p>Please quote the job reference</p>
<p><b>HMPPS</b></p>
<p>If you require any assistance please call 0345 241 5358 (Monday to Friday 8am - 6pm) or e mail moj-recruitment-vetting-enquiries@resourcing.soprasteria.co.uk</p>
<p>Please quote the job reference</p>
</div></div></div></div></div><div><div><div><h3 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Job Description Attachment
</b></h3></div></div><div><div><div><div><ul><li><div><div>Job Description - Caseworker - Nottingham v1.docx (Job Description Attachment)</div></div><div><br>
</div><div><div>
</div></div></li></ul></div></div></div><div><div><div><h3 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Select new file
</b></h3></div></div></div></div></div><div></div><div><div><div><h3 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Application form stage assessments
</b></h3></div></div><div><div><div><div><div><b>Experience</b></div>
</div></div><div><div>We will assess your experience for this role via the following methods
</div><div>Experience Questions, Statement of Suitability
</div></div><div><div>Experience Questions Application Form Question Word Limit
</div><div>250
</div></div><div><div>Evidence of Experience
</div><div>Experience Questions, Statement of Suitability
</div></div></div></div></div><div><div><div><h3 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Interview stage assessments
</b></h3></div></div><div><div><div><div>Interview Dates
</div><div>Stage 1 interviews are planned for week commencing 7 April 2025 - Stage 2 interviews are planned for week commencing 28 April 2025
</div></div><div><div><div><b>Abilities</b></div>
</div></div><div><div>A written exercise to assess your written communication skills
</div></div><div><div><div><b>Experience</b></div>
</div></div><div><div><div>Your Experience for this role will be assessed at interview. To learn more about Experience and how they are assessed .</div><br>
<div></div>
</div></div><div><div>We will assess your experience for this role via the following methods
</div><div>Experience Questions, Statement of Suitability
</div></div><div><div><div><b>Strengths</b></div>
</div></div><div><div>Strengths will be assessed but these are not shared in advance. To learn more about Strengths and how they are assessed .
</div></div></div></div></div><div><div><div><div><div><div><b>Use of Artificial Intelligence (Al)</b></div><div>
You must ensure that any evidence submitted as part of your application, including your CV, statement of suitability and behaviour examples, are truthful and factually accurate. Please note that plagiarism can include presenting the ideas and experiences of others, or generated by artificial intelligence, as your own.</div>
</div></div><div><div><div><b>Level of security checks required</b></div>
</div></div><div><div>Baseline Personnal Security Standard (BPSS)</div></div></div></div></div></div></div>

General Information
Salary
£24,202
Working Pattern
Full Time, Part Time, Part Time/Job Share, Flexible Working
Vacancy Approach
External
Location
Nottingham
Region
East Midlands
Closing Date
19-Mar-2025
Post Type
Permanent
Civil Service Grade
AO
Number of jobs available
3
Job ID
3380
Descriptions & requirements
Job description
Case Management
The Case Management department is the delivery function of the LAA and our staff ensure that each year 600,000 new clients are able to access the justice they require, and that their providers are fairly remunerated for the delivery of the legal aid. As part of the work we do, we must ensure that we understand and improve the effectiveness of the schemes whilst achieving value for money.
Crime Case Management Team
The Crime Case Management Team are responsible for a wide range of processes. These include assessing and approving Legal Aid applications and detailed means testing, assessing and authorising Magistrates and Crown Courts Criminal Legal Aid bills, and ensuring constant Duty Solicitor coverage in England and Wales.
Job Summary
As a member of our Case Management Team, Caseworkers at this level will need to understand the regulations and guidelines so they can: -Process applications for legal aid orProcess claims for costs orUndertake activities related to the collection of payments
Key Responsibilities:Assess applications for legal aid and claims for case payment.Use guidance and regulations to make accurate decisions.
Ensure your work meets performance targets.
Ensure all data is processed accurately and securely.
Essential Knowledge, Experience and skills
Ability to work to deadlines
Make decisions using evidence/information
Work well as part of a team
Computer Literate
Good communication skills

Person Specification
Enjoys working in fast-changing environment.

Assessment approach
Application Process

To apply please provide a statement of suitability showing how you meet the essential criteria in no more than 500 words.
Your statement should demonstrate your ability to do all of the essential criteria listed, using examples can help strengthen your application.
Please note we do not require a CV.
The advert may indicate that an Experience question is required at application, however, this is not required – we only require a Statement of Suitability.
We have two 45-minute webinars scheduled on 6 March at 10am and 13 March at 10am to allow applicants to discuss the opportunity further and hear more about joining the organisation. If you are interested in attending, please register your interest .

Interview / assessment Process – Stage 1

If you are successful through the application stage, you will be invited to an ability assessment via Microsoft Teams w you will be assessed against the following:
A written exercise to assess your written communication skills

Interview / assessment Process – Stage 2

If you are successful through the ability stage, you will be invited to an interview / assessment centre via Microsoft Teams w you will be assessed against the following:
Strengths relevant to the role
A question based on the essential skills and experience required of a caseworker

Shortlisting is planned for week commencing 24 March 2025
Stage 1 interviews are planned for week commencing 7 April 2025
Stage 2 interviews are planned for week commencing 28 April 2025
If you would like more information on this opportunity, please contact – Hardeep Pabla Hardeep.Pabla@justice.gov.uk or Craig Ambrose Craig.Ambrose@justice.gov.uk
Additional Information
We have two 45-minute webinars scheduled on 6 March at 10am and 13 March at 10am to allow applicants to discuss the opportunity further and hear more about joining the organisation. If you are interested in attending, please register your interest .
Working Arrangements & Further Information
The MoJ offers Hybrid Working arrangements w business need allows. This is an informal, non-contractual form of flexible working that blends working from your base location, different MoJ sites and / or from home (please be aware that this role can only be worked in the UK and not overseas). All employees will be expected to spend a minimum of 60% of their working time in an office, subject to local estate capacity.
Some roles will not be suitable for Hybrid Working. Similarly, Hybrid Working will not suit everyone’s circumstances. Arrangements will be discussed and agreed with the successful candidate(s) and subject to regular review.
For nationally advertised role: all successful candidates will be appointed to the nearest viable office nearest to their home postcode and on its respective pay scale. This will be at either a HQ building (subject to desk allocation, a Justice Collaboration Centre (JCC) or a Justice Satellite Office (JSO) – See Map. All employees will be expected to spend a minimum of 60% of their working time in an office, subject to local estate capacity).
For current MoJ employees, your base location will need to be changed to the nearest viable office (to your home postcode), either at a HQ building, JCC or JSO within the National Office Network and moved its location’s respective pay scale (any legacy arrangements/locations will need to be amended).
Some of MoJ’s terms and conditions of service are changing as part of Civil Service reform. The changes will apply to staff joining MoJ who are new to the Civil Service. Staff joining MoJ from other civil service employers will transfer onto the new MoJ terms if they are already on 'modernised' terms in their current post or onto 'unmodernised' MoJ terms if they are on 'unmodernised' terms at their current post. Details will be available if an offer is made.
MoJ candidates who are on a specialist grade, will be able to retain their grade on lateral transfer.
All candidates who are currently in receipt of Mark Time / Pay Protection should ensure they are familiar with the new policy on permanent and temporary promotion which can be found on the employee intranet.
Flexible working hours
The Ministry of Justice offers a flexible working system in many offices. Standard full time working hours are 37 hours per week. MoJ welcomes part-time, flexible and job-sharing working patterns, w they meet the demands of the role and business needs. All applications for part-time, flexible and job-sharing working patterns will be considered in accordance with the MoJ’s Flexible Working policy.
Benefits
The MoJ offers a range of benefits:
Annual Leave
Annual leave is 25 days on appointment and will increase to 30 days after five years’ service.
T is also a scheme to allow qualifying staff to buy or sell up to three days leave each year. Additional paid time off for public holidays and 1 privilege day. Leave for part-time and job share posts will be calculated on a pro-rata basis.
Pension
The Civil Service offers a choice of pension schemes, giving you the flexibility to choose the pension that suits you best.
Training
The Ministry of Justice is committed to staff development and offers an extensive range of training and development opportunities.
Networks
The opportunity to join employee-run networks that have been established to provide advice and support and to enable the views of employees from minority groups to be expressed direct to senior management. T are currently networks for employees of minority ethnic origin, employees with disabilities, employees with caring responsibilities, women employees, and lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender employees.
Support
A range of ‘Family Friendly’ policies such as opportunities to work reduced hours or job share.
Access to flexible benefits such as voluntary benefits, retail vouchers and discounts on a range of goods and services.
For moves to or from another employer or moves across the Civil Service this can have implications on your eligibility to carry on claiming childcare vouchers. You may however be eligible for alternative government childcare support schemes, including Tax Free Childcare. More information can be found on www.GOV.UK or Childcare Choices. You can determine your eligibility at https://www.childcarechoices.gov.uk/.
Paid paternity, adoption and maternity leave.
Free annual sight tests for employees who use computer screens.
Working for the Civil Service
The Civil Service Code sets out the standards of behaviour expected of civil servants.
We recruit by merit on the basis of fair and open competition, as outlined in the Civil Service Commission's recruitment principles. Should you feel that the recruitment process has breached the recruitment principles you are able to raise a formal complaint in the following order
To Transformative Business Services (0345 241 5359 (Monday to Friday 8am - 6pm) or e mail moj-recruitment-vetting-enquiries@resourcing.soprasteria.co.uk);
To Ministry of Justice Resourcing team (resourcing-management-office@justice.gov.uk);
To the Civil Service Commission (details available )
As a Disability Confident employer, MoJ are committed to providing everyone with the opportunity to demonstrate their skills, talent and abilities, by making adjustments throughout all elements of the recruitment process and in the workplace. MoJ are able to offer an interview to disabled candidates who meet the minimum selection criteria, except in a limited number of campaigns.
For more information on applying for a role as a candidate with a disability or long-term condition, please watch our animated videos.
You will be able to request reasonable adjustments to the recruitment process within the application form. If you need additional help completing the application form, please contact the TBS Recruitment Enquiries Team.
Diversity & Inclusion
The Civil Service is committed to attract, retain and invest in talent wver it is found. To learn more please see the Civil Service People Plan and the Civil Service Diversity and Inclusion Strategy.
A Great Place to Work for Veterans
The "Making the Civil Service a Great Place to work for veterans" initiative includes a guaranteed interview scheme to those who meet the minimum criteria to provide eligible former members of the Armed Forces with opportunities to secure rewarding jobs. Allowing veterans to continue to serve their country, and to bring highly skilled individuals with a broad range of experience into the Civil Service in an environment, which recognises and values your previous service in the Armed Forces.
For further details about the initiative and eligibility requirements visit: https://www.gov.uk/government/news/making-the-civil-service-a-great-place-to-work-for-veterans
Redeployment Interview Scheme
Civil Service departments are expected to explore redeployment opportunities before making an individual redundant. The MoJ is committed, as part of the Redeployment Interview Scheme, to providing opportunities to those who are 'at risk of redundancy'.
MoJ is able to offer an interview to eligible candidates who meet the minimum selection criteria, except in a limited number of campaigns. Candidates will not be eligible for the Redeployment Interview Scheme if they are applying on promotion.
Civil Service Nationality Rules
This job is broadly open to the following groups:
UK nationals
nationals of the Republic of Ireland
nationals of Commonwealth countries who have the right to work in the UK
nationals of the EU, Switzerland, Norway, Iceland or Liechtenstein and family members of those nationalities with settled or pre-settled status under the European Union Settlement Scheme (EUSS) (opens in a new window) https://www.gov.uk/settled-status-eu-citizens-families
nationals of the EU, Switzerland, Norway, Iceland or Liechtenstein and family members of those nationalities who have made a valid application for settled or pre-settled status under the European Union Settlement Scheme (EUSS)
individuals with limited leave to remain or indefinite leave to remain who were eligible to apply for EUSS on or before 31 December 2020
Turkish nationals, and certain family members of Turkish nationals, who have accrued the right to work in the Civil Service
Further information on nationality requirements (opens in a new window) https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/nationality-rules
Reserve list
A reserve list may be held for up to 12 months from which further appointments may be made for the same or similar roles.
Contact Information
MoJ:
If you require any assistance please call 0345 241 5359 (Monday to Friday 8am - 6pm) or e mail moj-recruitment-vetting-enquiries@resourcing.soprasteria.co.uk
Please quote the job reference
HMPPS
If you require any assistance please call 0345 241 5358 (Monday to Friday 8am - 6pm) or e mail moj-recruitment-vetting-enquiries@resourcing.soprasteria.co.uk
Please quote the job reference
Job Description Attachment
Job Description - Caseworker - Nottingham v1.docx (Job Description Attachment)

Select new file
Application form stage assessments
Experience
We will assess your experience for this role via the following methods
Experience Questions, Statement of Suitability
Experience Questions Application Form Question Word Limit
250
Evidence of Experience
Experience Questions, Statement of Suitability
Interview stage assessments
Interview Dates
Stage 1 interviews are planned for week commencing 7 April 2025 - Stage 2 interviews are planned for week commencing 28 April 2025
Abilities
A written exercise to assess your written communication skills
Experience
Your Experience for this role will be assessed at interview. To learn more about Experience and how they are assessed .

We will assess your experience for this role via the following methods
Experience Questions, Statement of Suitability
Strengths
Strengths will be assessed but these are not shared in advance. To learn more about Strengths and how they are assessed .
Use of Artificial Intelligence (Al)
You must ensure that any evidence submitted as part of your application, including your CV, statement of suitability and behaviour examples, are truthful and factually accurate. Please note that plagiarism can include presenting the ideas and experiences of others, or generated by artificial intelligence, as your own.
Level of security checks required
Baseline Personnal Security Standard (BPSS)

Caseworker - Nottingham - Legal Aid Agency

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Is experience in a relevant field required for this role?

Is there a guarantee for interviews for veterans?

What security checks are required for this role?

How can I attend the webinars to learn more about the role?

Can I negotiate working hours if I have specific needs?

Ministry of Justice

Mission & Purpose