Role title:

Training Facilitator (London)

Team/Directorate:

Magistrates’ Training Delivery Team/Judicial College

Overview of the Judicial Office

The Judicial Office (JO) reports to, and is accountable, to the Lady Chief Justice (LCJ). It was established in 2006 to provide support to the LCJ and to the wider judiciary in upholding the rule of law and in delivering justice impartially, speedily and efficiently, following the Constitutional Reform Act 2005.

In addition, we support, and are accountable to, the Senior President of Tribunals, whose responsibilities extend to Scotland and Northern Ireland.

The JO is an interesting and unique place to work. Everything we do is in support of upholding the independence and impartiality of the judiciary. We work closely with HM Courts & Tribunals Service (HMCTS), the Ministry of Justice (MoJ) and others across Government as well as with the legal professions.

We are an Arm’s Length Body sponsored by the Ministry of Justice. This creates an interesting and complex environment in which to work where we agree our priorities with the senior judiciary and receive our funding to deliver them from the Ministry of Justice. The Judicial Office has been through a period of significant growth resulting from an expansion of our remit and responsibilities.

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Overview of the team

About the Judicial College

The Judicial College is the home of training for judges, Magistrates and legal advisers in the courts, and judges and judicial office holders (JOHs) in the majority of

tribunals.

The Judicial College sits within the Judicial Office (JO) and reports to the Lady Chief Justice and Senior President of Tribunals. Our purpose is to support the judiciary to uphold the rule of law and deliver justice impartially, speedily and efficiently. This involves responsibility for approximately 23,000 full and part time judicial office holders with a wide variety of judicial roles. The vision of the Judicial College is to maintain its position as a recognised world leader in judicial education and training.

For more information see www.judiciary.uk.

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Following a root and branch review of Magistrates’ training, an operating model has been established which has brought the delivery of Magistrates’ training fully into the Judicial College. This has involved the establishment of the Magistrates’ Training Delivery Team.

About Magistrates’ Training

The role of the Magistracy has never been more important to the effective administration of justice. This 14,500 strong group of part time volunteers hear cases in court in their communities, making important decisions which affect people’s lives. They are the largest group within the judiciary and are responsible for hearing around 90% of criminal cases, as well as family and youth cases. The role of Magistrates in supporting the recovery of the justice system from the impacts of the pandemic, as well as meeting future justice system needs, is critical.

How we train Magistrates to meet these challenges is paramount. A review of the volume and type of training we provide was therefore undertaken. We looked at a range of issues, including the latest advances in digital training, the profile of the magistracy within the judiciary, and how the Judicial College works with HM Courts and Tribunals service to deliver that training. The changes we have implemented are aimed at ensuring our training supports the recruitment and retention of a diverse Magistracy which reflects the society it serves, that the Magistracy is confident and

competent in meeting the future needs of the justice system, and that it continues to have the profile it deserves within the judiciary.

Hybrid Working Requirement

This position is eligible for hybrid working (current minimum requirement for time spent at base location is 60%, which is subject to business requirements).

Summary of the role

Working with the Regional Learning Partner and existing Training Facilitator, the Training Facilitator will lead the delivery of world-class judicial training within their region to equip Magistrates with the competence and confidence they need to carry out their responsibilities as Judicial Office Holders. The post holder will be one of a number of such Training Facilitators across England and Wales who collectively provide a supportive network.

Much of the training delivered will be face-to-face and the Training Facilitator will be required to travel to training venues within their region. Training events are in the main one-day duration but there may be the occasional requirement to deliver multiday events. Some courses will be delivered by pairs of trainers and others by a single trainer, very occasionally three or more may be used. Some events will be delivered online.

Responsibilities,

Activities & Duties:

Deliver training (face-to-face and virtually) within their region in line with the national minimum training programme for magistrates and local requirements.

Continuous improvement, through building knowledge and understanding of magistrates in their region to better identify with learners and tailor facilitation over time.

Ensure feedback from delegates and other stakeholders is taken on board to improve content and delivery of training.

Keep up to date with relevant legal changes to ensure training content is accurate.

Work closely with colleagues and stakeholders, such as Legal Advisers and Magistrates, to bring relevant subject matter expertise to training where required.

Work collaboratively with the Learning Partner and Operational Support staff to support the planning and coordination of training.

Champion new approaches to training delivery with delegates and relevant Stakeholders.

Essential Knowledge, Experience and Skills

1. Legally qualified in accordance with the Authorised Court Staff (Legal Advice

Functions) Qualification Regulations 2020

2. Experience working within the Magistrates’ courts, and an up-to-date understanding of the law, system, processes, stakeholders, and culture

3. Experience of delivering training

Desirable Knowledge, Experience and Skills

1. Experience of working as a legal adviser to Magistrates

2. Recognised training qualification

Behaviours (for Recruitment/Success Profiles):

You will be assessed against the essential knowledge and experience, in addition to

the 4 Civil Service Behaviours shown below.

• Communicating and influencing

• Working together

• Managing a quality service

• Developing self and others

For more information around Civil Service behaviours, please visit Success Profiles -

Civil Service Behaviours (publishing.service.gov.uk).

Assessment process at application

• Statement of Suitability against the essential criteria below - 1000-word limit

• Legally qualified in accordance with the Authorised Court Staff (Legal Advice Functions) Qualification Regulations 2020

• Experience working within the Magistrates’ courts, and up to date understanding of the law, system, processes, stakeholders, and culture

• Experience of delivering training

Assessment process at interview

There is 1 interview stage for this vacancy.

We will assess you against these behaviours during the interview:

• Communicating and Influencing

• Working Together

• Developing Self and Others

• Managing a Quality Service

Strengths may also be assessed at interview, but these are not shared in advance.

Additional Assessment(s)

A presentation will be required at interview, details of which will be provided a few days beforehand.

Security clearance required:

Select one of the below.

(this will be determined by the location)

• DBS

• CTC

• SC

• DV

Please note:

Central Government policy dictates that applicants for National Security Clearance must be a resident in the UK for these minimum periods:

• CTC - 3 years

• SC - 5 years

• DV - 10 years

CTC clearance required