Job Description

The job requirements are detailed below. Where applicable the skills, qualifications and memberships required for this job have also been included.
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Salary

From 27809 per annum ( pro rata for part time)

Region

North Strathclyde

Package

Standard SCTS package

Date posted

14/01/2026

Job reference

REQ01043



SCTS plays a key role in the administration of justice. We fulfil our purpose by providing the people, buildings and services needed to support the judiciary, the courts, devolved tribunals and OPG. Our work focuses on improving access to justice, reducing delay and cost within the justice system, modernising our services in line with reform, and using leading technology to improve our services for everyone.

Paisley Sheriff court have opportunities for motivated Administrative officers to join them to cover a period of maternity leave. This would be on an initial 4-month basis with the opportunity for extension. There are 2 roles available, 1 x full time 35 hours per week and the other part time 17.5 hours average per week. Working pattern is 3 days one week and 2 days the following week.

What you will do

Creating and updating records on our in-house computer system and data input Producing and processing curt documents for issuing Preparing files for court hearings Attendance at hearings when required Deals with customer queries via telephone, email and public counter Accounting for monies in accordance with financial guidance taking payments Assists colleagues as and when requested Complies with GDPR requirements in regards to confidentiality

We are looking for someone to has

Strong organisational skills and attention to detail Clear communication and customer service skills Ability to manage workload independently and as part of a team Experience of supporting and working in a team Commitment to our values: Respect, Service, Excellence


If you are interested in the role and available to start at short notice, please submit your CV to the recruitment team at recruitment@scotcourts.gov.uk for consideration before 11:59pm on Thursday 22 January 2026. Please state in your email your preference for full or part time hours.

We aim to invite candidates for an interview on Wednesday 4th or Friday 6th February.

More information about the SCTS and our vacancies can be found on our recruitment website at Recruitment | Scottish Courts and Tribunals Service.