Probation Officer – Court Reports Writer (Contract)
Location: Cheshire
Pay Rate: £28.63 per hour (Ltd/Umbrella) or £21.75 per hour (PAYE equivalent)
Contract Type: Temporary / Contract
Hours: Full Time
Overview
We are currently recruiting for an experienced Probation Officer to join a busy court team in Cheshire on a full-time contract basis. This role will focus on the preparation of high-quality court reports, including same-day oral reports and written assessments, to support effective sentencing outcomes.
This is an excellent opportunity for a qualified Probation Officer with recent court experience who is confident managing fast-paced workloads and working directly within criminal justice settings.
Key Responsibilities
Prepare and deliver accurate and timely Pre-Sentence Reports (PSRs) for court proceedings
Conduct risk assessments and analyse offending behaviour using recognised assessment tools
Provide sentencing recommendations to the court in line with current legislation and National Probation Service guidance
Undertake same-day report writing and oral report delivery where required
Liaise effectively with magistrates, judges, legal representatives, police, prisons and partner agencies
Manage safeguarding and public protection concerns appropriately
Maintain accurate and up-to-date case records on internal systems
Contribute to enforcement and compliance processes where necessaryRequirements
Qualified Probation Officer (PQiP/DipPS or equivalent recognised qualification)
Current or recent experience working within court teams
Strong experience completing Pre-Sentence Reports and risk assessments
Sound knowledge of criminal justice legislation and probation practice standards
Ability to work efficiently under pressure within a court environment
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Enhanced DBS clearance (or willingness to obtain)Desirable
Recent experience within HM Prison & Probation Service
Knowledge of OASys and associated probation systems
Immediate availability or short notice period
If you are interested in this role, please contact Andy at Service Care Solutions on (phone number removed) or email (url removed)