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HM Courts & Tribunals Service (HMCTS)

Aug 9

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  • Job
    Full-time
    Entry Level
  • Brighton & Hove

Requirements

  • 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.

Responsibilities

  • Successful candidate will be based at Lewes but will be required to travel to Hove & Brighton.
  • 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.
  • Occasional travel to other courts will be required for cover when needed.

FAQs

What is the salary for the Court Usher position?

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

Where is the Court Usher position located?

This position is based at Lewes Combined Court, BN7 1YB, but will require travel to Hove and Brighton.

What type of employment contract is offered for this role?

The Court Usher position is a permanent contract.

What is the working pattern for this position?

The working pattern is flexible, allowing for full-time, part-time, and job share arrangements.

How many Court Usher positions are available?

There are 2 Court Usher positions available.

What are the key responsibilities of a Court Usher?

The Court Usher facilitates court proceedings, liaises with court users and the judiciary, prepares court/hearing rooms, and performs general clerical work as needed.

What skills and experience are required for this role?

Applicants should have excellent customer service skills, the ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment, good communication skills, IT proficiency, and strong organizational skills.

Are there any travel requirements for this position?

Yes, occasional travel to Hove and Brighton will be required for cover when needed.

What are the benefits of this position?

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

Is there a selection process for this role?

Yes, the selection process will assess your behaviours, strengths, and experience as outlined in the Success Profiles framework.

Is there a criminal record check requirement for this position?

Yes, successful candidates must undergo a criminal record check.

Who can apply for this job?

This job is open to UK nationals, nationals of the Republic of Ireland, Commonwealth countries with the right to work in the UK, EU nationals with settled or pre-settled status, and certain other specified groups.

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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

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