Usher - Leeds Magistrates Court

HM Courts & Tribunals Service (HMCTS)

Jan 17

Applications are closed

Job
Full-time
Entry Level
Government & Politics
People, HR & Administration
Leeds

Requirements

Experience of working in a busy office environment.
Ability to use a computer at the level required for the work.
Communicating and Influencing
Managing a Quality Service

Responsibilities

Collecting and delivering files and bundles to the judiciary and clerks ensuring they have the necessary papers
Providing support to colleagues & judiciary outside of court / hearing times
Operating recording equipment and maintaining records of recordings of hearings
Creating, updating, distributing and tracking files, bundles, documents, tapes
Creating and/or maintaining databases, lists, manuals; completing documents including standard letters, forms, applications, orders, records, registers, statistics etc with clearly defined information using electronic and paper systems
Maintaining the Court Library (including e-transcripts and books)
Sorting and delivering lists of hearings for internal and external notice boards
Copy/audio typing, completing standard letters, forms, registers, etc where the information is clearly defined
Straightforward drafting such as acknowledgements and receipting, confirmations, court orders, warrants etc
Amending standard instructions, manuals and directories, circulating and distributing documents, journals etc
Opening, sorting, distributing and dispatching post
Collecting and delivering post from appropriate offices
Including stationery and other supplies against requirements and inventories, establishing requirements, completing order forms, stock distribution
Ensuring Court rooms are supplied against requirements for relevant forms and stationary
Collecting and delivering stationary around the offices
Resulting, checking accuracy and completeness against guidelines or a proforma
Straightforward money handling e.g. issuing jury payments, spending petty cash under instruction
Office and court equipment e.g. computers, fax machines, scanners, photocopiers, switchboards, franking machines, messaging equipment, tape, and video recorders etc
Answering standard enquiries and passing messages to others
Preparing rooms for hearings, tribunals, trials, meetings and clearing the court / hearing room down at the end of the day etc
Using electronic diaries, booking rooms and accommodation, making travel arrangements
Including members of the public, judiciary, juries, solicitors and barristers, the police, representatives of external Agencies etc
Providing information related to proceedings, escorting court users into and from the building, swearing oaths etc
Calling people into court / hearing rooms in priority order, discussing with Court Clerks and Legal Advisers and liaising with the Witness Service as necessary
Answering face to face enquiries
Keeping parties informed of changes eg, of courtrooms and hearing times
The post holder is required to work in a flexible way and undertake any other duties reasonably requested by line management which are commensurate with the grade and level of responsibility of this post

FAQs

What is the salary for the Usher position at Leeds Magistrates Court?

The salary for the Usher position is £23,311.

Is this position permanent or temporary?

This position is permanent.

What types of working patterns are available for this role?

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

How many positions are available for this Usher role?

There are 4 positions available for the Usher role.

What are the key responsibilities of the Usher position?

Key responsibilities include collecting and delivering files, operating recording equipment, preparing court/hearing rooms, providing administrative support, and assisting court users.

Is there a pension scheme available for this role?

Yes, there is a Civil Service Pension with an employer contribution of 28.97%.

What is the location of the Usher position?

The position is based at Leeds Magistrates Court, LS1 3JP.

What qualifications or experience are desired for this role?

Experience of working in a busy office environment and the ability to use a computer at the required level are desired for this role.

Do candidates need to undergo background checks?

Yes, successful candidates must undergo a criminal record check and complete baseline personnel security standard checks.

Who can apply for this job?

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

What behavior competencies will be assessed during the selection process?

Candidates will be assessed on their abilities in Communicating and Influencing, and Managing a Quality Service.

Are there any benefits besides the salary for this position?

Yes, benefits include access to learning and development, a flexible working environment, annual leave, public holidays, and a season ticket advance, among others.

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

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