A recording of IfJ's Taster Session 2026, ‘An Introduction to working as an Intermediary’, giving attendees an insight into the work of intermediaries and how a professional becomes an intermediary.
'Becoming a Registered Intermediary’
Dr Tim Turner
This brief workshop is aimed at people interested in becoming a Registered Intermediary. The session outlines the foundations of the role and provides an overview of the two-week training programme that leads to registration.
‘What is a Court Appointed Intermediary?’
Heather Carroll and Amanda Lynch
This presentation covers the process of appointment, the practice of working as a Court Appointed Intermediary and the difference between Managed and Approved Service Providers (MASPs) and Approved Service Providers (ASPs).
‘A whistle stop tour of working in a family court’
Amy Harrison
An introduction to working in the family court including exploration of some of the differences between working in a family court versus other court arenas. It also touches on what is required of you in the role and how vulnerable people participate in family court proceedings.