Court usher | Average UK Salary & Outlook

Court ushers make sure that everyone involved with a court case is present and that they know what to do.

  • Prepare and issue orders of the court, such as probation orders, release documentation, sentencing information, or summonses.  
  • Prepare dockets or calendars of cases to be called, using typewriters or computers.  
  • Record case dispositions, court orders, or arrangements made for payment of court fees.  
  • Prepare documents recording the outcomes of court
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Court ushers typically work around 36 to 38 hours per week.

As a Court usher you will typically work evenings.

This occupation tends to be:

  • Conventional — Conventional occupations frequently involve following set procedures and routines. These occupations can include working with data and details more than with ideas. Usually there is a clear line of authority to follow.
  • Enterprising — Enterprising occupations frequently involve starting up and carrying out
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    * from ONETonline
    Average salary
    67,215 GBP *
    per year
    15,000 GBP
    22,000 GBP
    Starting
    5+ Experience
    * data taken from the Office of National Statistics (ons.gov.uk)
    Average salary for Court usher

    Big gender gap
    • 79,546 GBP
    • 56,483 GBP
    Average salary for part-time Court usher
    Average salary for full-time Court usher

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    Salary over time for Court usher

    Salary for this role has increased over time
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    Future outlook for Court ushers

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    Balanced outlook
    0% yearly wage growth (on average)

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    Which qualifications do I need?

    Find out what you need to know in order to become a Court usher and the highest average level of education for people in this role.

    In terms of people already doing this job:

    • 78% of people in this role have GCSEs or equivalent
    • 11% of people in this role have a certificate of higher education or equivalent but no degree
    • 10% of people in this role have a Diploma of Higher Education or equivalent

    You could take a college course like a Level 1 or 2 Certificate in Business Administration before applying for work.


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    What soft skills do I need?

    Rise above the competition by brushing up on the 5 most important soft skills you need to become a Court usher.
    Active Listening Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times
    Speaking Talking to others to convey information effectively
    Reading Comprehension Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work related documents
    Writing Communicating effectively in writing as appropriate for the needs of the audience
    Time Management Managing one's own time and the time of others

    What technical skills do I need?

    Technical skills are programmes, softwares and things you need to know in order to be a successful Court usher. Check that you know:
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    Data base user interface and query software Abilis CORIS Offender Management System; Data entry software
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    Document management software Adobe Systems Adobe Acrobat
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    Information retrieval or search software LexisNexis; Thomson Reuters Westlaw
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    Office suite software Corel WordPerfect Office Suite; Microsoft Office
    5
    Spreadsheet software Microsoft Excel
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    Things to highlight for your Court usher interview

    Attention to Detail Job requires being careful about detail and thorough in completing work tasks. Dependability Job requires being reliable, responsible, and dependable, and fulfilling obligations. Cooperation Job requires being pleasant with others on the job and displaying a good-natured, cooperative attitude. Integrity Job requires being honest and ethical. Self Control Job requires maintaining composure, keeping emotions in check, controlling anger, and avoiding aggressive behavior, even in very difficult situations.

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