Service Care Solutions are the leading recruitment agency for the Probation service nationwide. We are currently recruiting for probation officers nationwide. Immediate starts are available, subject to security clearance!
LOCATION: Nationwide
SERVICE: Probation Officer
HOURS: Full time & Part time
DURATION: On-Going
PAY RATE: £22.44 - £29.30 per hour (DoE)
Probation Officer Responsibilities, Activities & Duties
* The job holder will be required to carry out the following responsibilities, activities and duties: Providing expert advice and assessments, including written reports, to criminal courts, the Parole Board, and other relevant agencies.
* Managing offenders at medium/high risk cases
* Representing the NPS at professional meetings and participating in partnership forums, such as MAPPA and MARAC.
* Collaborating closely with colleagues, offering professional guidance and support to Probation Services Officers (PSOs) and other staff as needed.
* Conducting prison, home, or alternate location visits as necessary.
* Responding to risk escalation requests from Community Rehabilitation Companies, assessing risk levels, and determining appropriate risk management strategies.
* Delivering and co-leading accredited programs relevant to your grade.
* Fulfilling safeguarding children duties in accordance with NPS statutory responsibilities and agency policies.
* Demonstrating pro-social modeling skills by consistently reinforcing pro-social behavior and attitudes while addressing anti-social behavior and attitudes.
* Aligning with the aims and values of NPS and NOMS.
Probation Officer Technical requirements
* Probation studies qualification (Essential)
* An understanding of and commitment to equal opportunities and diversity good practice
* Understanding of factors related to offending e.g. substance misuse, accommodation issues and being able to emphasise constructively with a range of people
* Understanding of and commitment to the principles of case management
* Knowledge and understanding of risk management/risk assessment as pertaining to offenders and the impact on victims of crime
* Knowledge and understanding of the work of the Criminal Justice System and Probation Service
**We offer a £250 referral fee bonus for any Candidates you refer**
If you are interested in applying, please contact Oliver Jefferson