Coroner’s Officer

Job Posted: 30 May 2025

• Contract Term: Permanent
• Location: Newport, Isle of Wight
• Contract Type: Full time
• Salary: Grade 7: Up to £27,711 to £29,093 per annum
• Industries: Public Sector Administration General Office

Hours: 37 hours per week

H.M. CORONER’S OFFICER

As a Coroner’s Officer you play a crucial role in supporting HM Senior Coroner during the investigation process for deaths that fall under the jurisdiction of s.1 of the Coroners and Justice Act (2009).  This position is both intellectually stimulating and emotionally rewarding as you will be part of a dynamic team dedicated to ensuring clarity, compassion, and professionalism during sensitive times.

Your day-to-day responsibilities will include liaising with the next-of-kin and other relevant stakeholders; assisting in the management of investigations; and ensuring that all information is strict confidence and in a sensitive manner.

We are looking for someone who is not only detail-oriented and organised but also possesses strong communication skills to provide information effectively to family members and other stakeholders involved. If you thrive in a busy environment that requires teamwork, empathy, and dedication to serving the community, we encourage you to apply and join us in this important role that truly makes a difference in people’s lives.

The role will be 37 hours a week and the successful candidate will be office-based.
The current working hours are Monday to Thursday 8.30am to 4.30pm and Friday 8.30am to 4.00pm, but there may be exceptional circumstances where Coroner’s Officers are required to work outside those hours. For further information please contact the Coroner’s Office on [email protected]and someone will be in touch with you ASAP.

Join #TeamIWC and you'll receive our staff benefits package, including:

• Annual leave entitlement of 32 days p/a PLUS public holidays!
• Local Government pension scheme
• Discounted Solent ferry travel
• Island bus network discount
• Cycle to work scheme
• Staff parking permit scheme
• Discounted island sports & leisure gym membership
• National and local discounts & benefits schemes
• Relocation scheme of up to £8,000 may be available for some roles (subject to criteria)
• Travel allowance may be available if commuting from the mainland (subject to criteria)

Find out more about working for the Isle of Wight Council and living on the Island

The Isle of Wight Council currently does not have a license to sponsor overseas workers.

We actively promote the diversity of our workforce, and provide flexible working options (where appropriate) to support the different needs of our employees. We are an equal opportunities employer, proud to encourage applications from all cultures, backgrounds and abilities to better reflect the diversity within our local community.

We are a Disability Confident employer. Along with a number of commitments, this means, providing you meet the basic essential requirements of the advertised role and have declared yourself as disabled, you will be offered an opportunity for an interview within the council.

The Isle of Wight Council protects its employees from discrimination, and this is supported by;

unacceptable behaviour policy

employee code of conduct 

our values, culture and inclusivity 

The Isle of Wight Council’s Terms & Conditions of employment are available upon request. Please contact our recruitment team via [email protected] if you would like to receive a copy.

The Isle of Wight Council reserve the right to close vacancies earlier than stated, if required. To ensure your application is considered, it is recommended to submit your application promptly.

For support completing your online application or for further information on how to apply, phone 01983 823134 or email [email protected]  Only applications submitted online by the closing date will be accepted.

We often receive a high volume of applicants for our vacancies. If you do not hear from the recruiting manager within three weeks of the closing date, we regret that your application will not have been successful on this occasion. Please revisit our job page for alternate posts that may be suitable.