Usher and basement admin assistant- RCJ- Temp

Summaryjob Title: Court Usher/basement admin assistantLocation: Royal Courts of Justice, Strand, London (WC2A 2LL)Salary: 13.78 per hourHours: Full-Time, 37 hours per week (Mon-Fri, 9am - 5pm)Contract Type: Ongoing position for 6 months (with potential to extend)Agency: HMCTS via Brook StreetAbout the Role:We are looking for a Court Usher to join the County Court team at the Royal Courts of Justice. As a Court Usher, you will play a crucial role in maintaining the smooth operation of the court by preparing courtrooms, supporting court users, and assisting judges and legal professionals. This is a fast-paced environment where professionalism and excellent communication skills are key.a large portion of the role will also involve working in the court basement, where you will be required to sort and discard old paperwork and files in line with court procedures and data handling policies. Attention to detail and the ability to work independently in a physical, task-based setting are essential.Key Duties and Responsibilities:Prepare and close courtrooms - Ensure courtrooms are ready before hearings and left in good order afterward.Work in the basement to discard files - Assist in the secure disposal of outdated or archived court files in the designated basement storage area.Support and escort court users - Guide witnesses, defendants, and the public to appropriate locations within the courthouse.Call legal professionals into the courtroom - Announce solicitors, barristers, and ..... full job details .....