Are you looking for a dynamic role where every day brings new challenges and opportunities to make a difference? Look no further! Brook Street Ltd is thrilled to present a fantastic opportunity for an Admin Assistant at the prestigious Newton Abbot Court House (TQ12 1NG).
Why Join Us?
Meaningful Work: As an Admin Assistant, you'll play a vital role in ensuring the smooth functioning of the courts, contributing to the administration of justice.Collaborative Environment: Work both independently and as part of a supportive team, fostering professional growth and camaraderie.Cutting-Edge Technology: Gain hands-on experience with courtroom operations and systems that ensure modern, efficient legal proceedings.Position Details:
Location: The Court House, Newfoundland Way, Newton Abbot, TQ12 1NGContract Type: Full-time temporary contract until 31/03/2025, offering flexibility and stability.Work Hours: Monday to Friday, 09:00-17:00, enabling a healthy work-life balance.Pay Rate: £11.44 per hour.Key Responsibilities:
Meet and direct members of the public with professionalism and courtesy.Manage hearing lists and coordinate effectively with judiciary members and all parties attending hearings.Liaise with various stakeholders, ensuring smooth court operations.Perform usher duties, including supporting remote video hearings, managing court technology, and handling administrative tasks.Desired Competencies:
Politeness and helpfulness towards all customers, internal and external.Maintain composure and tactfulness in challenging situations.Demonstrate awareness of customer needs, delivering efficient and polite service.Communicate important information promptly and clearly, with honesty and tact.Foster a culture of inclusivity and teamwork, valuing diversity and differences.Address unacceptable behaviour constructively, promoting a positive work environment.Approachability, non-judgement, and respect in all interactions, maintaining confidentiality and fairness.Comfortable with public speaking and engaging with the public.
The successful candidate will be subject to a Basic DBS and 3 years 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.