Operational Support Officer

Posted 04 August 2026
Salary Up to £13.25 per hour
LocationNewton upon Derwent
Job type Temporary
Discipline Admin & Secretarial
ReferenceBBBH443717_1785858878

Job description

Operational Support Officer - Hull Crown Court
Location: Hull, HU1 2EZ
Working Hours: 37 hours per week, Monday to Friday, office-based
Contract Duration: 6 months (with potential extension)
Pay rate: £13.25

Our client, a reputable government organisation, is hiring for a dedicated Operational Support Officer to join the Crown Court team in Hull. This is a fantastic opportunity to contribute to the smooth running of court proceedings and support the judiciary in a busy legal environment.

What you'll be doing:
* Providing usher support to the judiciary, ensuring courtrooms run efficiently and effectively
* Assisting with administrative tasks such as listing, booking interpreters, and managing court schedules
* Answering general queries from court users and visitors
* Supporting the jury office, including handling junior staff and processing expenses
* Maintaining accurate records and supporting the overall operational needs of the court

What you'll bring:
* Good organisational skills and attention to detail
* Basic administrative experience, ideally within a busy environment
* Proficiency in MS Word, MS Teams, and MS Outlook
* Friendly and professional communication skills
* Ability to work effectively as part of a team in a fast-paced setting

Additional information:
* No specific experience required, but some admin background is desirable
* CVs are required for application
* Face-to-face interviews will be conducted

If you're organised, proactive, and eager to support a vital public service, we want to hear from you! Join us in helping ensure the courts operate smoothly and efficiently.

Apply now to become part of a dedicated team supporting justice in Hull!

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.