Job Description

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Salary

26 577 per annum ( pro rata)

Contractual hours

17.5

Basis

Part time

Region

South Strathclyde Dumfries and Galloway

Package

Standard SCTS package

Date posted

10/12/2025

Job reference

REQ01006

Job Title: Court Officer

Working Pattern - 17.5 hours average per week

Week 1 - Monday to Wednesday, Week 2 Tuesday to Wednesday.

Fixed term to 31 March 2026

Salary 26,577 per annum (pro-rata)

Start Date - January 2026

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

The work of SCTS covers a broader range of issues than you may think. In providing support to Scotland's courts, devolved tribunals and the OPG, we touch the lives of many people on a daily basis - be that through formal court or tribunal business, fulfilling your civic duty as a juror, paying fees or fines, seeking help in managing the affairs of an incapable adult or dealing with the estate of a loved one who has passed away. SCTS deals with over a quarter of a million cases and applications each year. Behind each one of these is an individual - looking to the system to help them assert their rights, address wrongs or provide support in a time of need. It is this work - which takes place every day in our courts, tribunals and administrative centres across Scotland - that consumes most of the time, energy and skill of our staff. We take pride in working as one team and providing high levels of service to all those who use the courts, tribunals and OPG. We are always looking to improve the services we provide - through innovation and development.

Whilst delivering our core services is our priority, considering how we can improve and develop is also crucial to keep delivering the highest quality service.

To help direct us towards achieving our purpose successfully, we embrace three key values of respect, service and excellence. These guide our behaviour, decisions and actions - in pursuit of fulfilling our purpose to the highest standard.

What you will do?

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The main role of the Court Officers is to prepare their court, escort the Sheriff to/from court and attend to the Sheriff's requirements in court. Court Officers assist in ensuring their court is conducted in an orderly manner, working closely with the Clerk, Police Officer and GEOAmey to ensure the decorum and efficiency of the court is maintained. They are responsible for productions in court and they also collect witnesses from the witness rooms and bring them into court. They have a great involvement in the use of Court Information Technology during proceedings and liaise with other Court users of Dumfries Sheriff & JP Court. You will also be involved with supporting the running of the Evidence giving suite involving vulnerable witnesses.

Key Responsibilities

Undertakes reception duties, providing a high quality service by dealing effectively with incoming phone calls, court users and contractors. Checks in witnesses attending court and directs to appropriate witness rooms and liaises with Witness Services as required. Undertakes general duties within court, including calling of witnesses, handling of productions, escorting the Sheriff to and from court, liaising with witnesses and jurors as required to keep them informed of the ongoing proceedings and assisting with CCTV evidence cases. Uses Court based IT systems and sets up audio/visual equipment and screens for cases with vulnerable witnesses Helps to ensure security and appropriate standards of behaviour are maintained within the court building. Carries out administrative support duties to assist the smooth running of the court offices, including filing, photocopying and distributing internal court papers. Messenger duties including distributing DX Post and Royal Mail Collects office mail and prepares for onward delivery to the appropriate service providers. Works effectively as a team player with immediate colleagues and colleagues from other partner organisations to ensure the smooth operation of the courts. To obtain reference books from the library for the Sheriffs or officials during the Court To undertake light portering duties as required Update court reference guides Responsible for the seclusion of the jurors when considering their verdict Reporting maintenance requirements


To help direct us towards achieving our purpose successfully, we embrace three key values of respect, service and excellence. These guide our behaviour, decisions and actions - in pursuit of fulfilling our purpose to the highest standard.

Please send your CV to the recruitment team for consideration at

recruitment@scotcourts.gov.uk

by 11:59pm on Wednesday 17 December.