23444 - Community Payback - Probation Service Officer - Lancaster

Ministry of Justice • Lancaster, CA

1d • Hybrid

About The Position

The Probation Service Officer undertakes a range of work with people on probation before and after sentence, including assessment, sentence implementation, offender management and report writing. The role provides case management support, using service procedures and practice directions to inform professional judgement. Officers manage caseloads of medium- and lower-risk people on probation, assess and manage risks, provide information to courts, and work with agencies across the justice system. They also support people with practical matters such as housing and employment, as well as through listening and empathy.

The role may be based in a range of settings, including Probation Delivery Units, courts, prisons, approved premises and other probation service locations, depending on business need. Some posts may require completion of an apprenticeship as part of learning and development. The position offers on-the-job training and opportunities to develop a career in the Probation Service. The role is based in the UK; hybrid working may be available where business needs allow and is agreed with the successful candidate.

The advertised salary is £28,064–£33,549, with successful new entrants starting at £28,064. Standard full-time hours are 37 hours per week, excluding unpaid breaks. The post is permanent. The role is advertised without VISOR vetting initially, but VISOR vetting will be required after an offer.

Requirements

• Empathy, patience and resilience.
• Good writing skills and the ability to produce clear, accurate reports to tight deadlines.
• Ability to communicate verbally and in writing.
• Right to work in the UK and eligibility under Civil Service nationality rules.
• Successful completion of required security and identity checks.

Nice To Haves

• Experience working with people who have social or personal difficulties.

Responsibilities

• Undertake work with people on probation before and after sentence, including assessment, sentence implementation and offender management.
• Provide case management support in accordance with service procedures and practice directions.
• Manage a caseload of medium- and lower-risk people on probation.
• Assess and manage risk.
• Produce clear reports and provide information to courts.
• Work with agencies across the justice system.
• Support people on probation, including with practical matters such as housing and employment, and through listening and empathy.

Benefits

• Annual leave of 25 days on appointment, rising to 30 days after five years’ service, plus public holidays.
• Membership of the Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS), run through the Greater Manchester Pension Fund.
• Extensive training and development opportunities.
• Opportunity to join employee-run networks offering advice, support and representation to senior management.
• Family-friendly policies, including opportunities to work reduced hours or job share.
• Access to flexible benefits, voluntary benefits, retail vouchers and discounts.
• Paid paternity, adoption and maternity leave.
• Free annual sight tests for employees who use computer screens.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed