FAQs
What is the job title for this position?
The job title is Case Progression Officer.
Where is this position located?
This position is based at Northampton Crown Court, 85-87 Lady's Lane, Northampton, NN1 3HQ.
What is the salary for this role?
The salary for this role is £29,303, with an additional employer contribution of £8,489 towards the Civil Service Defined Benefit Pension scheme.
What are the standard working hours for this job?
The standard full-time working hours are 37 hours per week.
Are part-time or flexible working options available?
Yes, HMCTS welcomes part-time, flexible, and job-sharing working patterns, subject to the demands of the role and business needs.
What is the minimum number of hours for part-time applications?
The minimum hours for part-time applications would be 30 hours per week over 5 days.
What key responsibilities does the Case Progression Officer have?
The key responsibilities include monitoring and progressing criminal cases from first appearance to disposal, and working to reduce ineffective and cracked trials.
Is this role customer-facing?
Yes, this is an operational role that is customer-facing and requires successful applicants to be office-based to provide HMCTS services to the public.
Are there any nationality requirements for applicants?
Yes, this job is broadly open to UK nationals, nationals of the Republic of Ireland, Commonwealth countries with the right to work in the UK, and certain EU nationals under the European Union Settlement Scheme.
Will applicants undergo a security check?
Yes, successful candidates must undergo a criminal record check and baseline personnel security standard checks.
What benefits are available to employees?
Benefits include access to learning and development, flexible working options, a Civil Service pension, annual leave, public holidays, and a season ticket advance.
How can applicants contact the recruitment team for inquiries?
Applicants can contact the SSCL Recruitment Enquiries Team via email at moj-recruitment-vetting-enquiries@resourcing.soprasteria.co.uk or by telephone at 0345 241 5359.
What behaviours will be assessed during the selection process?
The assessment will focus on the behaviours of Communicating and Influencing, Leadership, and Managing a Quality Service.
Can applicants use artificial intelligence to assist in their applications?
Yes, applicants may use artificial intelligence as a tool to support their application, but all examples must be truthful and based on individual experience.