Court Usher - Newcastle Crown Court

Brook Street; Newcastle upon Tyne; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established public sector organization is seeking a reliable Court Usher to support operations at the Newcastle Crown Court. This role offers the chance to work in a fast-paced legal environment, ensuring court proceedings run smoothly. As a Court Usher, you will be responsible for preparing reports, supervising attendees, and liaising with legal professionals. Ideal candidates will possess strong IT skills, emotional resilience, and excellent communication abilities. This position provides a unique opportunity to contribute to the justice system while working in a high-profile setting.

Qualifications

• Candidates must demonstrate strong IT and data entry skills.
• Emotional resilience and effective communication are essential.

Responsibilities

• Support court clerks and prepare court log reports accurately.
• Escort and supervise vulnerable individuals attending hearings.

Skills

IT skills

Data entry skills

Emotional resilience

Communication skills

Task planning skills

Job description

Court Usher - Newcastle Crown Court
Location: The Law Courts, Quayside, Newcastle Upon Tyne, NE1 3LA
Hours: Monday to Friday, 9:00am - 5:00pm (37 hours per week)
Pay: £12.21 per hour (paid weekly)
Contract: Immediate start - temporary until 31/12/2025, with the possibility of extension
Clearance: The successful candidate must be able to pass an enhanced DBS check

About the Role
Brook Street is currently recruiting on behalf of a large public sector organisation within the Legal Sector. We are seeking a reliable and professional Court Usher to support the operations at Newcastle Crown Court.

As a Court Usher, you will play a key role in ensuring that court proceedings run smoothly and efficiently. This position offers a valuable opportunity to work in a high-profile, fast-paced environment within the justice system.

Key Responsibilities

• Supporting court clerks and accurately preparing court log reports
• Escorting and supervising vulnerable adults and children attending hearings
• Taking initiative to complete post-hearing tasks without direct instruction
• Liaising with legal advisors, judiciary, and members of the public
• Updating internal systems and maintaining accurate records
• Performing general administrative duties as required

Person Specification
We are looking for candidates who can demonstrate:

• Strong IT and data entry skills
• Emotional resilience and the ability to handle sensitive or distressing information
• Confidence in communication and managing challenging situations
• Effective prioritisation and task planning skills