- Read documents on pleadings and motions to ascertain facts and issues.
- Rule on admissibility of evidence and methods of conducting testimony.
- Instruct juries on applicable laws, direct juries to deduce the facts from the evidence presented, and hear their verdicts.
- Award compensation for damages to litigants in civil cases in relation to findings by
Magistrate | Average UK Salary & Outlook
Magistrates are volunteers who hear cases in court. They pass judgements and hand down short sentences, fines and other penalties.
Magistrates typically work around Variable hours per week.
As a Magistrate you will typically work 9am to 5pm.
This occupation tends to be:
| Average salary |
| 67,215 GBP * |
| per year |
Salary statistics
Average salary for Magistrate
Big gender gap
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79,546 GBP
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56,483 GBP
Average salary for part-time Magistrate
Average salary for full-time Magistrate
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34,857 GBP
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36,282 GBP
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67,215 GBP
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56,483 GBP
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79,546 GBP
Salary over time for Magistrate
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58,129 GBP
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58,091 GBP
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59,442 GBP
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63,385 GBP
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62,517 GBP
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67,248 GBP
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67,215 GBP
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68,100 GBP
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59,178 GBP
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Future outlook for Magistrates
Very good outlook
139 000+ jobs available 
Balanced outlook
0% yearly wage growth (on average) Magistrate - Your future job?
Which qualifications do I need?
Find out what you need to know in order to become a Magistrate and the highest average level of education for people in this role.
What soft skills do I need?
Rise above the competition by brushing up on the 5 most important soft skills you need to become a Magistrate.
Active Listening Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times
Critical Thinking Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems
Judgment and Decision Making Considering the relative costs and benefits of potential actions to choose the most appropriate one
Complex Problem Solving Identifying complex problems and reviewing related information to develop and evaluate options and implement solutions
Reading Comprehension Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work related documents
What technical skills do I need?
Technical skills are programmes, softwares and things you need to know in order to be a successful Magistrate. Check that you know:
Things to highlight for your Magistrate interview
Integrity Job requires being honest and ethical. Dependability Job requires being reliable, responsible, and dependable, and fulfilling obligations. Attention to Detail Job requires being careful about detail and thorough in completing work tasks. Leadership Job requires a willingness to lead, take charge, and offer opinions and direction. Concern for Others Job requires being sensitive to others' needs and feelings and being understanding and helpful on the job.
