Senior Probation Officer
This is a management role within the National Probation Service, supporting the Head of Operational Function to lead staff within a local delivery unit or operational unit. The job holder manages team performance, resources, and budgets while ensuring offender managers appropriately manage risk and meet public protection standards. They work closely with internal teams, external partners, and key stakeholders to deliver organisational aims and promote continuous improvement. Additionally, the role involves supporting staff development, managing employee relations, and contributing directly to safeguarding and multi-agency arrangements.
What they're looking for
- Substantial experience as a Probation Officer or in criminal justice
- Understanding of the Probation Service in the Criminal Justice System
- Experience of risk management, assessment, and multi-agency procedures
- Proven record of managing change and improving quality and efficiency
- Well developed IT skills with ability to interpret performance reports
Qualifications
- Probation Qualification Framework Graduate Diploma or Honours Degree in Community Justice
- Level 5 Diploma in Probation Practice
- Diploma in Probation Studies
- Diploma in Social Work (with Probation Option)
Nationality requirements
Open to UK, Irish, Commonwealth, EU/EEA/Swiss, and Turkish nationals with relevant work rights or settled/pre-settled status under the EUSS.
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