Are you looking for a career in the Public Sector? Brook Street has a fantastic opportunity for you Join our dedicated team as a Court Usher at Southampton Crown Court and gain invaluable experience in a legal environment. Position Details: Role: Court Usher Hours: 37 hours per week, Monday to Friday (08:30-17:00) Duration: Until 28/04, with the possibility of extension or becoming permanent for the right person Pay Rate: £11.44 per hour Location: London Road, Southampton, SO15 2XQ Start Date: ASAP (pending vetting) Why Join Us? Professional Experience: Develop your resume with hands-on experience in a legal setting. Career Development: Gain skills and knowledge to build a foundation for your future career. Supportive Environment: Work alongside an experienced team with regular support and guidance. Who Should Apply? Whether you're an experienced professional seeking a meaningful role in the public sector or a recent graduate in Law, Criminology, or a related field looking to kick-start your career, this opportunity is for you Your unique perspective and skills will make a valuable contribution to our team. Key Responsibilities: Preparing and clearing courtrooms before and after hearings. Assisting court clerks and ensuring all parties are ready for hearings. Supporting judges, legal teams, defendants, and their families with professionalism and discretion. Managing juror and witness interactions, including swearing in witnesses and jurors. Communicating effectively with barristers, judiciary, and court personnel to ensure cases proceed smoothly. Performing basic administrative duties, such as answering calls, handling post, and using IT systems. What We're Looking For: Communication Skills: Exceptional verbal and written communication with the ability to interact courteously with a wide range of people. Reliability: A dependable individual who thrives in a fast-paced environment and remains calm under pressure. Attention to Detail: Strong organisational skills and the ability to handle sensitive information with accuracy and discretion. Team Player: Willingness to collaborate and support colleagues effectively. Tech-Savvy: Basic proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, Teams, and Outlook, as well as data handling systems. Additional Information: This role is subject to vetting, including an enhanced DBS check and an activity check for the last three years. Take the first step towards an exciting career in the public sector-apply today Brook Street is proud to support the Armed Forces Covenant and as such, we guarantee to interview all candidates who are veterans or spouses/partners of military personnel, and who meet all the essential criteria for the vacancy. As a Disability Confident Leader, and holder of the Gold Award status from the Defence Employer Recognition Scheme, Brook Street, as a supplier to the Public Sector Resourcing Framework (PSR), will offer you a guaranteed interview with a PSR Sourcer. Should you identify as a candidate with a disability and/or as a veteran or spouse/partner of military personnel and meet all the essential criteria for the role, we encourage you to reach out to us via the Brook Street website. Here you will find a link to register your interest and state the role that you are interested in. We are committed to engaging with you. In cases where we have a high volume of ex-military candidates/military spouses/partners, who meet all of the essential criteria, Brook Street will interview the best candidates from within that group. ADZN1_UKTJ