Apply to become a casework assistant

Join the Crown Prosecution Service and have a future that matters.

Applications open on 3 February 2025.

Why the Crown Prosecution Service?

We protect the public by prosecuting the right person for the right offence. We’re independent and we make our decisions fairly and objectively by following our Code for Crown Prosecutors.

Work on the frontline of our prosecution service

Choose from vacancies across England and Wales

Benefit from 40% office-based working

Provide vital support to victims and witnesses

Get 25 days a year annual leave, 30 days after 5 years

Gain a contributory pension of up to 28.9%

Why a casework assistant?

You play a key role within the legal team preparing cases for court, ensuring all case files are correct. And you provide general administrative help supporting the team in delivering justice.

Helen, Casework Assistant

Meet Helen...

Helen works as a casework assistant in the north east of England. She talks about what she enjoys about her job in the Crown Prosecution Service. 'There are lots of opportunities here, with ongoing support and training. You don’t need to know about the law, you learn as you go. Just go for it.'

What's the role like?

Our casework assistants provide some insight into what you do in this job at the Crown Prosecution Service.

'You manage case files, prepare the bundles for court, liaise with other criminal justice partners including witness care, serve material on defence - and the list really goes on. Every day is different - whether that be working to tight deadlines on remand cases, or completing communications set by prosecutors, every task is rewarding and contributes to delivering justice.

Being able to work on a case from the day it gets charged to the day it's finalised is truly a unique experience which you don't have in many other roles. With this comes the overwhelming feeling of pride in my work and I never shy away from the fact I am proud to work for the Crown Prosecution Service.'

- Izzy, Casework Assistant

'Our job is to work on cases that are dealt with in the magistrates' and Crown Court. The breadth of work we cover means that it never feels monotonous, and you can expect to turn up each week to something new - rather than the repetitive daily grind of some jobs. You can be working with the police, redacting statements, recording case outcomes - just to name a few things we get involved in.

It's exceptionally rewarding knowing you’re contributing in a very real way to prosecuting cases, having seen the evidence and effect on the victims. I never believed that I would be able to so actively participate within criminal justice. I wondered whether the role would involve focusing on stereotypical admin tasks - but that isn't the case at all. You have a real impact on cases, so the title of 'casework assistant' describes what we do really well.'

- Nathan, Casework Assistant

Why you should consider us

You have job satisfaction working for the Crown Prosecution Service. We look after your wellbeing, offering flexibility and family friendly working for a good work-life balance. We also provide a competitive contributory pension.