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Court ushers make sure that everyone involved with a court case is present and that they know what to do.
You could take a college course, like a Level 1 or 2 Certificate in Business Administration before applying for work. You'll usually need 2 or fewer GCSEs at grades 3 to 1 (D to G), or equivalent, for a Level 1 course. You'll need 2 or more GCSEs at grades 9 to 3 (A* to D), or equivalent, for a Level 2 course.
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With experience, you could supervise a team of ushers, or become a court administrative officer.
Court legal advisers are trained lawyers who advise magistrates and district judges about the law.
Magistrates are volunteers who hear cases in court. They pass judgements and hand down short sentences, fines and other penalties.
Victim care officers support people who've been affected by crime.
Welfare rights officers give support and free advice to the public.
Conveyancers are property lawyers who deal with the legal and financial sides of buying and selling property and land.
Barristers give specialist legal advice, advising solicitors and representing people in court, at tribunals and in public inquiries.
In 2025 Dentons are excited to launch their first Innovation Apprenticeship Programme! If youre currently a year 13 student or a school leaver based in Scotland who isnt going on to study a full-time degree in September 2025, they want to hear from you.
As a Criminal Disclosure Unit Paralegal Apprentice will work alongside integrated teams of investigators and legal professionals to identify criminal misconduct. You will form part of the disclosure team and will be responsible for reviewing material in line with criminal legislation.
If you are a progressive school student or school leaver ready to challenge the conventional, then welcome to Dentons. Next Talent! Our talent network is designed for ambitious individuals like you, ready to disrupt the legal scene.
The Dentons Now to Next Scholarship is a national student scholarship scheme designed for students of Black, African or Caribbean heritage (including applicants of mixed-race with Black African or Black Caribbean heritage) starting on a degree in law.
Not only will your organisation (or the Government) pay for all of your training, but you’ll be paid to do it. That means you could actually get paid to get your degree and have no debt!
There are over 625 different apprenticeships to choose from, in a range of industries. Whether you’re interested in law, marketing, construction, or engineering, you’ll find something up your street!
As an apprentice, the minimum you’ll earn is £6.20 an hour, but we’ve seen apprentices earn a starting salary of up to £30,000 a year! You could also get other employee benefits like gym memberships, paid holiday, and sick pay.
Employers think apprentices are 15% more employable than those with other qualifications. In fact, many large employers train their graduates and apprentices together!
There’s only so much you can learn when you just do a qualification. As an apprentice, you’ll also get to learn on the job – whether that’s designing amazing graphics, chopping vegetables, or building engines!
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