This position is based at NPS Queensway House Weston-Super-Mare, BS22 7BB and NPS The Old Convent Bath, BA2 4JE Job Summary Please refer to Job Description Job Description Overview of the job Heads of Operational Functions are deployed to a variety of roles so as to provide leadership of staff and operations. Summary To provide management and leadership within the National Probation Service(NPS) with responsibility for resources and the operational and strategic direction and management of the Service within a Local Delivery Unit (LDU) or any other operational unit and/or functional area of activity. To represent the Deputy Director with external agencies/Stakeholders and staff as appropriate. In line with NPS policies and procedures, the job holder must at all times demonstrate a commitment to equality and inclusion and an understanding of their relevance to the work they do. The post holder must adhere to all policies in respect of the sensitive/confidential nature of the information handled whilst working in this position. May be required to participate in out of hours senior management on call rota. Responsibilities, Activities & Duties Heads of Operational Function may be required to undertake any combination, or all, of the duties and responsibilities set out below. Lead, innovate and develop local strategies in line with the national strategic framework Effectively lead cluster operational delivery and contribute corporately to national operational delivery and priorities Lead the NPS in local strategic partnerships and ensure appropriate representation within wider partnership frameworks Represent the NPS at national partnerships and development meetings in line with delegated functional lead and decision making responsibilities. Manage devolved budgets in accordance with the financial procedures outlined in the budget delegation Manage competing demands within (geographical) area of responsibility Responsible for the various functions across the division; including line management of middle managers. Manage resources effectively Oversee the Multi Agency Public Protection Arrangements (MAPPA) locally in conjunction with other responsible authorities including the chairing of MAPPA level 3 meetings To make decisions and provide advice on the management of offenders where senior management authorisation or involvement is necessary e.g. authorising the recall of offenders to prison Oversight of the management of complaints within the Operational Function and direct involvement in complaint resolution where necessary Undertake all Human Resources (HR) related policies and practices including overseeing local recruitment, Attendance Management, Disciplinary Investigations, Performance Management and Staff Appraisals, chair grievance and other hearings. Work effectively with your respective Divisional Senior Leadership Team and take lead responsibility nationally for specific projects/portfolios Deputise for the Deputy Director as required in the LDU / operational unit functional area of activity Work with MOJ/NOMS Communications on a range of products Implement NOMS equality strategy Responsible for ensuring the defined work areas and associated activities To represent the Deputy Director with external agencies/Stakeholders and staff as appropriate. In line with NPS policies and procedures, the job holder must at all times demonstrate a commitment to equality and inclusion and an understanding of their relevance to the work they do. The post holder must adhere to all policies in respect of the sensitive/confidential nature of the information handled whilst working in this position. May be required to participate in out of hours senior management on call rota. Responsibilities, Activities & Duties Heads of Operational Function may be required to undertake any combination, or all, of the duties and responsibilities set out below. Lead, innovate and develop local strategies in line with the national strategic framework Effectively lead cluster operational delivery and contribute corporately to national operational delivery and priorities Lead the NPS in local strategic partnerships and ensure appropriate representation within wider partnership frameworks Represent the NPS at national partnerships and development meetings in line with delegated functional lead and decision making responsibilities. Manage devolved budgets in accordance with the financial procedures outlined in the budget delegation Manage competing demands within (geographical) area of responsibility Responsible for the various functions across the division; including line management of middle managers. Manage resources effectively Oversee the Multi Agency Public Protection Arrangements (MAPPA) locally in conjunction with other responsible authorities including the chairing of MAPPA level 3 meetings To make decisions and provide advice on the management of offenders where senior management authorisation or involvement is necessary e.g. authorising the recall of offenders to prison Oversight of the management of complaints within the Operational Function and direct involvement in complaint resolution where necessary Undertake all Human Resources (HR) related policies and practices including overseeing local recruitment, Attendance Management, Disciplinary Investigations, Performance Management and Staff Appraisals, chair grievance and other hearings. Work effectively with your respective Divisional Senior Leadership Team and take lead responsibility nationally for specific projects/portfolios Deputise for the Deputy Director as required in the LDU / operational unit functional area of activity Work with MOJ/NOMS Communications on a range of products Implement NOMS equality strategy Responsible for ensuring the defined work areas and associated activities To represent the Deputy Director with external agencies/Stakeholders and staff as appropriate. In line with NPS policies and procedures, the job holder must at all times demonstrate a commitment to equality and inclusion and an understanding of their relevance to the work they do. The post holder must adhere to all policies in respect of the sensitive/confidential nature of the information handled whilst working in this position. May be required to participate in out of hours senior management on call rota. Person specification Qualifications Essential where the post holder has line management of operational units responsible for the supervision and/or risk management of offenders: Probation Qualification Framework Graduate Diploma/ Honours Degree in Community Justice integrated with Level 5 Diploma in Probation Practice Or, a qualification which was recognised at the time of qualification by the Secretary of State for Justice as per Section 10 of the Offender Management Act 2007. The following qualifications gained in England and Wales were previously recognised as providing such eligibility: Diploma in Probation Studies, Diploma in Social Work (with Probation Option) CQSW (with Probation Option.) Knowledge of Health and Safety and Equalities legislation. Knowledge of the wider Criminal Justice System. Current knowledge of effective practice in managing risk and reducing reoffending Behaviours We'll assess you against these behaviours during the selection process: Changing and Improving Communicating and Influencing Leadership Making Effective Decisions Seeing the Big Picture Access to learning and development A working environment that supports a range of flexible working options to enhance your work life balance A working culture which encourages inclusion and diversity A Civil Service pension with an employer contribution of 28.97% Annual Leave Public Holidays Season Ticket Advance For more information about the recruitment process, benefits and allowances and answers to general queries, please click the below link which will direct you to our Candidate Information Page. Link: https://justicejobs.tal.net/vx/candidate/cms/About%20the%20MOJ Selection process details This vacancy is using Success Profiles (opens in a new window), and will assess your Behaviours, Strengths and Experience. https://justicejobs.tal.net/vx/candidate/cms/About%20the%20MOJ Feedback will only be provided if you attend an interview or assessment. This vacancy is using Success Profiles (opens in a new window), and will assess your Behaviours, Strengths and Experience. Security Successful candidates must undergo a criminal record check. People working with government assets must complete baseline personnel security standard (opens in new window) checks. Successful candidates must undergo a criminal record check. People working with government assets must complete baseline personnel security standard (opens in new window) checks. Nationality requirements This Job Is Broadly Open To The Following Groups: UK nationals nationals of the Republic of Ireland nationals of Commonwealth countries who have the right to work in the UK nationals of the EU, Switzerland, Norway, Iceland or Liechtenstein and family members of those nationalities with settled or pre-settled status under the European Union Settlement Scheme (EUSS) (opens in a new window) nationals of the EU, Switzerland, Norway, Iceland or Liechtenstein and family members of those nationalities who have made a valid application for settled or pre-settled status under the European Union Settlement Scheme (EUSS) individuals with limited leave to remain or indefinite leave to remain who were eligible to apply for EUSS on or before 31 December 2020 Turkish nationals, and certain family members of Turkish nationals, who have accrued the right to work in the Civil Service Further information on nationality requirements (opens in a new window) Working for the Civil Service The Civil Service Code (opens in a new window) sets out the standards of behaviour expected of civil servants. We recruit by merit on the basis of fair and open competition, as outlined in the Civil Service Commission's recruitment principles (opens in a new window). The Civil Service embraces diversity and promotes equal opportunities. As such, we run a Disability Confident Scheme (DCS) for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum selection criteria. The Civil Service also offers a Redeployment Interview Scheme to civil servants who are at risk of redundancy, and who meet the minimum requirements for the advertised vacancy. The Civil Service Code (opens in a new window) sets out the standards of behaviour expected of civil servants. We recruit by merit on the basis of fair and open competition, as outlined in the Civil Service Commission's recruitment principles (opens in a new window). The Civil Service embraces diversity and promotes equal opportunities. As such, we run a Disability Confident Scheme (DCS) for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum selection criteria. The Civil Service also offers a Redeployment Interview Scheme to civil servants who are at risk of redundancy, and who meet the minimum requirements for the advertised vacancy. Diversity and Inclusion The Civil Service is committed to attract, retain and invest in talent wherever it is found. To learn more please see the Civil Service People Plan (opens in a new window) and the Civil Service Diversity and Inclusion Strategy (opens in a new window). This vacancy is part of the Great Place to Work for Veterans (opens in a new window) initiative. Once this job has closed, the job advert will no longer be available. You may want to save a copy for your records. Contact point for applicants Job Contact : Name : SSCL Recruitment Enquiries Team Email : moj-recruitment-vetting-enquiries@resourcing.soprasteria.co.uk Telephone : 0345 241 5358 Recruitment team Email : moj-recruitment-vetting-enquiries@resourcing.soprasteria.co.uk Further information Appointment to the Civil Service is governed by the Civil Service Commission’s Recruitment Principles. If you feel a department has breached the requirement of the Recruitment Principles and would like to raise this, please contact SSCL (Moj-recruitment-vetting-enquiries@gov.sscl.com) in the first instance. If the role has been advertised externally (outside of the Civil Service) and you are not satisfied with the response, you may bring your complaint to the Commission. 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