Bailiff - Manchester County Court

Overview Join to apply for the Bailiff – Manchester County Court role at HM Courts & Tribunals Service (HMCTS) . The vacancy is permanent, full time, and based in Manchester, North West.
General Information Salary £25,582, working pattern full time (37 hours per week). Closing date 09‐Jan‐2026. Job ID 12675.
Job Description Proud to Serve. Proud to keep justice going. As a Bailiff you will play a vital role on the front line, dealing with people at challenging points of their lives. You will visit people in their homes and businesses, calmly explaining our role and exploring options for resolution.
About HMCTS – A Ministry of Justice agency delivering justice across England and Wales. We support a fair, efficient, accessible system for all.
Interview Process – We provide advance interview questions for selected candidates, and the panel will ask follow‐up questions to explore experiences in depth.
Assessed Behaviours Making Effective Decisions
Managing a Quality Service
Communicating & Influencing
Your Role You should have excellent customer service skills, a preference for work away from an office and the ability to lead confidently in emotionally charged situations. Planning and workload management are important; adaptability is essential.
Training & Support You will receive full bailiff training, court case management systems training, mentoring, PPE, safety training, and a allowances package including a £2,000 per annum role‐specific allowance.
Driving and Car Use A UK driving licence is required with an own car at offer. After probation you may use a lease car. Fuel allowances are paid.
Further Information The role offers flexible part‐time options; minimum 30 hours per week over 5 days if applicable. Working arrangements can include hybrid (60% office).
Benefits Annual leave: 25 days (increase to 30 after 5 years)
Pension scheme
Extensive training opportunities
Family‐friendly policies, flexible benefits, paid parental leave, and various supportive networks
Diversity & Equality HMCTS is an equal opportunity employer, welcoming applicants from all backgrounds including nationalities, protected groups, and veterans. We are disability confident and provide reasonable adjustments.
Nationality Requirements UK nationals and nationalities of the Republic of Ireland.
Commonwealth countries with right to work in the UK.
EU, Switzerland, Norway, Iceland, or Liechtenstein (with settled or pre‐settled status).
Individuals with limited or indefinite leave to remain, eligible to apply for EUSS on or before 31 December 2020.
Turkish nationals and certain family members with right to work in the Civil Service.

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