Approved Premises Worker - Urgent Cover Roles
Location: Multiple Approved Premises across London
Pay: £18.59 p/h PAYE / £24.48 Umbrella (enhanced night & weekend rates)
Hours: full or part time will be consider (rolling rota including nights & weekends)
Type: Short-term contracts (with strong possibility of extension)
Immediate Opportunities in Probation and Criminal Justice
RSR Justice is urgently recruiting Approved Premises Workers to provide cover across multiple Approved Premises in London. These roles are critical to maintaining safe, secure, and supportive environments for residents.
We are particularly seeking candidates who already hold Probation's enhanced Level 1 vetting or who have relevant frontline experience in probation, criminal justice, social care, or security roles.
This is a hands-on, fast-paced, and rewarding role where you'll support residents, manage risk, and contribute to the smooth running of Approved Premises.
What you'll do:
Supervise and support residents, ensuring safety and compliance with rules
Carry out building checks, monitor CCTV, and maintain secure curfews
Respond calmly to incidents and challenging behaviour
Conduct room searches, support medication routines, and assist with inductions
Be a key contact point during night shifts and emergencies
Maintain accurate records and incident reportsWho we're looking for:
We are looking for reliable, proactive professionals with:
Previous experience in probation, criminal justice, social care, housing, or security roles OR
Existing Probation Level 1 enhanced vettingYou'll be:
Calm and observant under pressure
Comfortable working nights, weekends, and varied shift patterns
Motivated to provide high-quality support in a critical public sector settingWhat's in it for you:
Competitive hourly pay, with enhanced rates for nights & weekends
Flexible short-term contracts with strong potential for extension
Opportunity to gain or continue valuable frontline experience in probation
A stepping stone to longer-term roles such as Probation Services Officer or Probation Officer
Work alongside experienced criminal justice professionals and build your networkApply now - roles are urgent!
If this role is not for you but you do know somebody who would be interested please refer them. We have a referral bonus scheme and will pay £75, in retail vouchers of your choice, for referrals who are not already known to us.
Due to the high volume of applications received, if you do not hear from us within 7 working days, I am afraid your application has been unsuccessful.
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