Court Usher - (

HM Courts & Tribunals Service (HMCTS)

Aug 30

Applications are closed

Job
Full-time
Junior, Mid & Senior Level
Cambridge

Requirements

Reference number
362827
Salary
£22,096
A Civil Service Pension with an average employer contribution of 27%
Job grade
Administrative Assistant
AA
Contract type
Permanent
Type of role
Operational Delivery
Working pattern
Flexible working
Full-time
Job share
Part-time
Number of jobs available
1
Location
This position is based at CAMBRIDGE MAGISTRATES CAMBRIDGE, CB2 3AX
Benefits
Alongside your salary of £22,096, HM Courts and Tribunals Service contributes £5,877 towards you being a member of the Civil Service Defined Benefit Pension scheme.
Access to learning and development
A working environment that supports a range of flexible working options to enhance your work-life balance
A working culture which encourages inclusion and diversity
Annual Leave
Public Holidays
Season Ticket Advance
Things you need to know
Selection process details
This vacancy is using Success Profiles and will assess your Behaviours, Strengths and Experience.
Feedback will only be provided if you attend an interview or assessment.
Security
Successful candidates must undergo a criminal record check.
People working with government assets must complete baseline personnel security standard checks.
Nationality requirements
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)
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
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.
The Civil Service embraces diversity and promotes equal opportunities. As such, we run a Disability Confident Scheme for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum selection criteria.
Diversity and Inclusion
The Civil Service is committed to attract, retain and invest in talent wherever it is found.
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Contact point for applicants
Job contact:
Name: SSCL Recruitment Enquiries Team
Email: Moj-recruitment-vetting-enquiries@gov.sscl.com
Telephone: 0845 241 5359
Recruitment team:
Email: Moj-recruitment-vetting-enquiries@gov.sscl.com
Further information
Appointment to the Civil Service is governed by the Civil Service Commission’s Recruitment Principles. If you feel a department has breached the requirement of the Recruitment Principles and would like to raise this, please contact SSCL. If the role has been advertised externally (outside of the Civil Service) and you are not satisfied with the response, you may bring your complaint to the Commission.

Responsibilities

- Proud to serve. Proud to keep justice going.
- The Court Usher is a pivotal role in court proceedings and a vital link between court users and the Judiciary to ensure the smooth running of the hearings.
- About us
- HM Courts & Tribunals Service (HMCTS) is responsible for the administration of criminal, civil and family Courts and Tribunals in England and Wales. Our roles support our service users and colleagues within HMCTS, where people and businesses access potentially life-changing justice. We are looking for individuals who are committed to public service and making a difference in people’s lives to deliver justice. If you are interested in developing a career with a real purpose, please apply.
- Your role
- You will be an essential first point of contact for all the court users. There will be regular contact with the judiciary and assisting the administrative staff. You will meet members of the public, which may include vulnerable witnesses, and their legal representatives; prepare court /hearing rooms, and complete documentation, as well as ensuring the court runs efficiently. You will also carry out some general clerical work as required to support the work of HMCTS. Ushers work within a team with regular management support and are responsible for their own time.
- Your skills and experience
- Friendly and approachable manner with excellent customer service skills.
- Ability to multitask whilst working in a fast-paced environment.
- Good written and verbal communication skills.
- IT proficient with the ability to learn and adapt to different technologies and software packages.
- Excellent Organisational and time-keeping skills

FAQs

What is the salary for the Court Usher position?

The salary for the Court Usher position is £22,096.

What type of contract is offered for this role?

The Court Usher position is a permanent contract.

Where is the job location?

This position is based at Cambridge Magistrates, Cambridge, CB2 3AX.

What are the working patterns available for this role?

The working patterns available include flexible working, full-time, job share, and part-time.

What benefits are offered with this position?

Benefits include access to learning and development, a supportive working environment for flexible options, a Civil Service pension with an average employer contribution of 27%, annual leave, public holidays, and a season ticket advance.

What skills and experience are required for this role?

Required skills include excellent customer service, multitasking in a fast-paced environment, good written and verbal communication, IT proficiency, and strong organizational and time-keeping skills.

What are the standard working hours for this position?

The standard working hours for this position are 37 hours per week.

What security checks must successful candidates undergo?

Successful candidates must undergo a criminal record check and complete baseline personnel security standard checks if working with government assets.

Who can apply for this Court Usher role in terms of nationality?

The job is open to UK nationals, Republic of Ireland nationals, Commonwealth nationals with the right to work in the UK, EU nationals with settled status, and others specified in the job description.

How can candidates get in touch for more information regarding the job?

Candidates can contact the SSCL Recruitment Enquiries Team via email at Moj-recruitment-vetting-enquiries@gov.sscl.com or call 0845 241 5359.

HM Courts & Tribunals Service (HMCTS)

We're responsible for the administration of criminal, civil and family courts and tribunals in England and Wales.

Law

Industry

1001-5000

Employees

2011

Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

This is the official LinkedIn page for the HM Courts & Tribunals Service. We are responsible for the administration of criminal, civil and family courts and tribunals in England and Wales. We are also responsible for non-devolved tribunals in Scotland and Northern Ireland. We work with an independent judiciary to provide a fair, efficient and effective justice system. We employ around 17,000 staff and operate from locations in England, Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland. Through the courts and tribunals we give people and businesses access to justice, including: - victims and witnesses of crime - defendants accused of crimes - consumers in debt or with other disputes - people involved in the adoption or protection of children - businesses involved in commercial disputes - individuals asserting their employment rights or challenging the decisions of government bodies - people affected by relationship breakdown We follow the Ministry of Justice’s strategic vision for reform, to create a more effective, less costly and more responsive justice system for the public. We’re responsible for: - providing the supporting administration for a fair, efficient and accessible courts and tribunal system - supporting an independent judiciary in the administration of justice - driving improvements across all aspects of the administration of the courts and tribunals - collaborating effectively with other justice organisations and agencies, including the legal professions, to improve access to justice - working with government departments and agencies to improve the quality and timeliness of their decision- making, which will reduce the number of cases coming before courts and tribunals All our commercial contract opportunities over £10,000 can be found on the GOV.UK Contract Finder service: https://www.gov.uk/contracts-finder For more information on how we use social media, visit: https://bit.ly/2TDvAUV