CPS Admin Officer Apprentice (Level 3)

📍 Location: UK-Wide & London Hubs

💰 Salary: £24,500 – £27,500

📅 Duration: 18-24 Months

🎯 Sector: Justice & Administration

🎓 Education: 2 GCSEs (Grade 4/C+)

⏳ Intake: Spring & Winter 2026

🚀 Level: Level 3 Business Admin

⚖️ Eligibility: UK/Irish/CW Citizens

🛡️ Vetting: BPSS Clearance Required

Job Description

The Admin Officer Apprentice serves as a critical pillar within a prosecution team, ensuring the seamless execution of the justice process. This role does not require a background in law; rather, it demands exceptional organizational skills and a commitment to public service.

Primary Responsibilities

Case Progression: Management of digital evidence, including CCTV, body-worn footage, and witness statements, ensuring accessibility for legal counsel prior to trial.
Witness Liaison: Serving as a primary point of contact for victims and witnesses to assist in navigating court schedules and requirements.
Court Support: Compilation and preparation of “digital bundles” for proceedings in both Magistrates’ and Crown Courts.
Team Coordination: Handling general enquiries and managing office rotas to maintain operational efficiency.

Positions Available

The Crown Prosecution Service (CPS) offers the Level 3 Business Administrator Apprenticeship. This is a 18 to 24-month commitment combining practical work with formal study.

2026 Salary and Financial Benefits

Benefit Type	2026 Detail
National Starting Salary	Approx. £24,500 – £25,800
London Starting Salary	Approx. £26,500 – £27,500
Pension Contribution	Up to 28.9% (Civil Service Scheme)
Work Structure	Hybrid: 2 days office/court, 3 days remote

Cities and Total No. of Vacancies Available

Region	Key Office Locations	Estimated Vacancies
London	Central London, Croydon	High Demand
North West	Manchester, Liverpool, Preston	40+
Midlands	Birmingham, Nottingham, Leicester	35+
South West/Wales	Bristol, Cardiff	20+

Requirements and Qualifications

Education: Minimum of two GCSEs at grades 9-4 (A*-C), specifically including English and Maths.
Nationality: Adherence to Civil Service nationality rules (UK, Irish, or Commonwealth citizens).
Security: Successful completion of BPSS clearance.
Commitment: Dedicate 6 hours per week (20% of hours) to “off-the-job” training and portfolio development.
Age: Minimum 16 years; no upper age limit.

Application Process

Online Assessment: Situational Judgment Test (SJT) aligned with core CPS values.
Statement of Suitability: 500-word statement regarding motivation for a justice career.
Video Interview: Competency-based session focusing on deadline management and organization.

Expected 2026 Timeline:
• Spring Intake: Applications open March/April 2026 (September start).
• Winter Intake: Applications open August 2026 (January 2027 start).

Apply for CPS Apprenticeship
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