Job Description
Court Usher - Guildford
Location: Guildford, GU1 4PS
Hours: Monday to Friday, 9:00am-5:00pm (some flexibility required)
Pay Rate: £12.21 per hour
Contract: Temporary assignment with potential to extend - currently confirmed until March 2026
Working Pattern: Fully onsite
Are you highly organised, detail-focused, and a confident communicator?
We're recruiting a Court Usher to support a busy Public Sector department in the heart of Guildford.
This is a fantastic opportunity to be part of the day-to-day operations of the court service, playing a key role in supporting hearings and ensuring a professional and smooth-running environment.
Key Responsibilities:
1. Setting up courtrooms (providing water, pads, pens, etc.)
2. Ensuring correct and timely scheduling of court hearings
3. Collating and managing court files and paperwork
4. Directing visitors, witnesses, and legal professionals to the appropriate courtrooms
5. Supporting the smooth running of court proceedings
6. Recording outcomes and performing data entry
7. Providing face-to-face support to court users, legal professionals, and senior staff
What We're Looking For:
8. Strong verbal communication and interpersonal skills
9. A confident, professional manner when dealing with the public
10. Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications
11. A flexible, reliable, and organised approach to work
Important Information:
12. This role requires an Enhanced DBS check
13. You must be able to provide three years of references
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