Bailiffs

[pjm007]

Having just watched bailiffs on BBC1, I would be interested to know how much money one could expect to earn working as/with a bailiff, is it mostly commision bases earnings? Also, does one need any qualifications (legal or otherwise) to become a bailiff ?

Thanks in advance.

[Miss Zippy]

A bailiff can either work directly for the County Court or for a private firm. Those that work for the Court will only earn around �20k to �25k pa but will work a standard 35 hour week. Bailiffs working for private firms (which I expect are the subject of the BBC programme, as their work is generally more 'interesting') can earn much more (I've heard that �80k pa is not uncommon but that's working long hours) as they may also be paid by way of commission/fees on top of their basic salary. Either way, you need to pass exams to become a Certificated Bailiff but you can study 'on the job'. 

[Andy008]

I think you can earn a fair old bit. You'll need an SIA certicicate though.