Criminal Justice System
The criminal justice system requires a range of stakeholders in the legal sector, law enforcement services and other agencies to work together. In this section you will be able to develop an understanding of the Ministry of Justice, Crown Prosecution Service, and Victim Support.
- Learn more about Legal Sector careers for example Solicitor, Barrister and Other Legal Careers.
Ministry of Justice
The Ministry of Justice is a government department central to the justice system. The objective of the department is to ensure the justice system works effectively for all in society. They work to ensure offenders turn their lives around after they have served their sentences. There are many departments and agencies that support the work they carry out. These may also be of interest for students seeking careers in this area.
- Ministry of Justice.gov.uk Learn about the work they do.
- Ministry of Justice Vacancy Search Learn more about roles at the Ministry of Justice.
- Agencies that work with the Ministry of Justice Find Ministry of Justice and click on the public bodies and agencies that support their work.
The Crown Prosecution Service
It is the role of the Crown Prosecution Service (CPS) to prosecute cases that have been investigated by the police and other authorities such as the Home Office. They are responsible for ensuring "the right person is prosecuted for the right offence and they work to bring offenders to justice."
- Careers at the CPS Learn more about the job opportunities.
Victim Support
Victim Support is a charitable organisation that supports victims and the families and friends of those who have been affected by crime. They provide a range of support irrespective of whether the crime has been reported or not.
- Victim Support Jobs Learn about the job and volunteering opportunities.
