Becoming a judge: support and resources
There are a number of resources and information available to support potential applicants towards applying for a judicial role, which are outlined on this page.
Information will be added and updated on an ongoing basis, to ensure it reflects the latest support and resources available.
The core principles (Three Is) – forms part of the Bangalore Principles of Judicial Conduct
Interactive diagram on the structure of the courts and tribunals in England and Wales
Judiciary led materials
Judicial Careers – information available to support those considering a judicial career, including the Judicial Careers Portal
Judicial progression charts: Pathway for courts (xl sheet) and tribunals (xl sheet)
Judicial Appointment Commission (JAC) led materials
Types of judicial roles (external link)
‘Am I ready to apply for a judicial role?’ (external link)
Read about the different routes to and through the judiciary (external link)
Tribunal Roles Structure (external link)
Prepare before you apply for judicial selection exercises (external link)
Guidance on the judicial selection process (external link)
Hear from successful judicial candidates (external link)
JAC Practice Qualifying Test (external link)
Feedback and Evaluation reports (external link)
Example Roleplay (external link)
You can subscribe to the JAC’s monthly vacancies newsletter, Judging Your Future by registering online (external link).
The Law Society led materials
Understanding Judicial Roles guide (PDF)
Judicial Pathway Toolkit (PDF)
Case studies (external link) with advice from solicitor judges in a variety of roles
The Bar Council led materials
The Bar Council has a mentoring scheme (external link) for barristers interested in judicial appointment. If you would like a mentor, please email your request in to mentoring@barcouncil.org.uk
CILEX led materials
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