Overview
To assess and manage the risk posed by people on probation to protect victims of crime and the public by providing information and advice to criminal courts, other criminal justice agencies and partner organisations; supervising people on probation subject to community orders and licences and during custodial sentences; contributing to risk management; and working with other agencies to prevent crime and meet the needs of victims and people on probation.
In line with PS policies and procedures, the job holder must demonstrate a commitment to equality and inclusion and adhere to policies regarding the sensitive/confidential nature of information handled.
Responsibilities, Activities & Duties
* Provide professional advice and assessment, including written reports to courts, the Parole Board, other criminal justice agencies and partner organisations.
* Undertake the full range of offender management tasks with people on probation assessed at all levels of risk of serious harm, including high and very high.
* Use computer-based systems to produce, update and maintain records and other documentation within agreed timescales.
* Ensure timely and effective referrals to and relationships between offender management, court teams, victim contact units, interventions, Approved Premises, prisons and external agencies to enhance positive outcomes, manage risk and reduce reoffending.
* Attend professional meetings and represent the PS at appropriate partnership forums such as MAPPA and MARAC.
* Work collaboratively with colleagues, maintain effective team relationships and provide professional guidance and support to Probation Services Officers (PSOs) and other staff.
* Provide cover within the team and to other teams as required.
* Undertake prison, home or other alternate location visits as required.
* Deliver and co-lead accredited programmes commensurate with grade.
* Conduct mandatory alcohol and drug tests as required and follow prescribed medication procedures.
* Carry out safeguarding children duties in accordance with PS statutory responsibilities and agency policies.
* Demonstrate pro-social modelling skills by reinforcing pro-social behaviour and challenging anti-social behaviour and attitudes.
* Work within the aims and values of PS and HMPPS.
The duties listed are not exhaustive and reasonable alterations and additional tasks of a similar level may be required. Hybrid working arrangements may be offered where business needs allow. National MoJ roles may be based at an office location and arrangements will be discussed and agreed on appointment and subject to pre-employment checks.
Working Arrangements & Benefits
Standard full-time hours are 37 per week (unpaid breaks). MoJ welcomes part-time, flexible and job-sharing patterns where they meet role demands. Details will be discussed and agreed with successful candidates.
The MoJ offers a range of benefits including annual leave, pension, training, and networks for employees. Further information will be provided during the recruitment process.
Qualifications & Experience
* Must be a Qualified Probation Officer.
* Probation Officer qualification or equivalent as specified (PQF Honours Degree/Graduate Diploma and Level 5 Diploma in Probation Practice; or Diploma in Probation Studies; or Diploma in Social Work (Probation option); or CQSW (Probation option)).
* Knowledge and understanding of the Criminal Justice System and the Probation Service; working knowledge of relevant legislation and National Standards; knowledge of Evidence-Based Practice and risk/needs assessment tools.
* Experience of working with a wide variety of people with diverse social/personal difficulties and promoting equality and diversity.
Security & Equality
* Enhanced DBS standard level checks may be required.
* Commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion in the workplace and service delivery.
* English required (Welsh where specified in Wales).
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