Job Description

Exciting Administrative Support Opportunity at Slough County Court!

Brook Street is thrilled to offer a fantastic full-time, temporary role within Slough County Court. Join a dynamic and fast-paced office environment, working closely with the judiciary. This is a unique chance to be a part of the Ministry of Justice and gain invaluable experience.

Why You'll Love This Role:

• Work-Life Balance: Enjoy a full-time schedule of 37 hours per week, from 09:00 to 17:00, giving you plenty of free time in the evenings.
• Career Growth: This temporary contract runs until March 2025, offering stability and the possibility of extension.
• Competitive Pay: Start at £11.59 per hour, increasing to £11.88 per hour after just 12 working weeks.
• Prime Location: Work at the centrally located Slough County Court, Windsor Road Slough Berks, SL1 2HE. Car park available on site.
• Immediate Start: Begin as soon as vetting is completed, and hit the ground running.

What You'll Be Doing: As an essential part of the admin team, you'll handle a variety of tasks that are crucial to the smooth operation of the court. You will:

• Collaborate and Communicate: Regularly interact with court users, judiciary members, legal professionals, and the public, ensuring smooth communication and efficient processes.
• Drawing Orders: Assist in drafting and managing orders made by the judiciary, ensuring accuracy and precision in documentation.
• Correspondence Handling: Manage letters and emails with professionalism, ensuring clear communication with all parties involved.
• Cloud Video Platform Work: Facilitate video hearings, assisting with the setup and coordination of virtual court proceedings.
• Liaison Duties: Serve as a key point of contact between the courtroom, judiciary, and the public, ensuring seamless coordination and support.
• Covering Usher Correspondence: Assist with correspondence tasks usually handled by court ushers, ensuring timely and accurate communication.
• Ad Hoc Office Duties: Support various administrative tasks, ensuring the smooth day-to-day operation of the court.

What We're Looking For:

• Strong Written and Verbal Communication Skills: Your ability to communicate clearly and professionally is essential.
• Team Player: Ability to collaborate effectively in a team environment.
• Organised: You excel in managing multiple tasks, keeping everything running smoothly and efficiently.
• Admin Experience: Previous administrative experience is a plus, but training will be provided to help you succeed.

This role is perfect for someone who is organised, detail-oriented, and eager to contribute to the justice system's efficiency. You will be a vital part of a supportive team, making a real difference in the community.

Apply now and take the first step towards an exciting and rewarding career with Slough County Court!

* The successful candidate will be subject to a basic DBS check and 3 years of referencing check

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.