Probation Officer

Service Care Solutions; Greater London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

Service Care Solutions is recruiting a Probation Officer for a busy unit in Southwark, London. The role involves managing high-risk caseloads, MAPPA supervision, Parole Reports, and OASys/Ndelius duties.

The position offers an immediate start with 37 hours per week. Remote applications are welcome, though office presence is preferred for this post.

Qualifications

• PQF Graduate Diploma / Honours Degree in Community Justice or equivalent.
• Proven Probation Officer experience.
• Experience managing complex and high-risk caseloads.
• Experience managing MAPPA cases.
• Experience preparing Parole Reports.
• Strong knowledge of probation systems, including NDelius and OASys.
• Up-to-date knowledge of relevant legislation, probation practice and evidence-based approaches.
• Excellent communication, organisational and case management skills.
• Ability to work independently while contributing to a wider team.
• Ability to prioritise and manage competing demands in a busy environment.

Responsibilities

• Managing a complex and challenging caseload, including high-risk offenders.
• Supervising MAPPA cases and attending relevant panel meetings.
• Preparing and writing Parole Reports.
• Supporting the delivery of Offender Management in Custody (OMiC).
• Completing and maintaining accurate OASys assessments.
• Managing risk effectively and contributing to public protection.
• Working collaboratively with colleagues and partner agencies.
• Applying relevant legislation, policies and evidence-based practice.
• Implementing requirements arising from the new Sentencing Act.
• Maintaining accurate and timely case records on NDelius and OASys.
• Undertaking any other reasonable duties appropriate to the level of the role.

Skills

MAPPA experience

Parole Reports

NDelius knowledge

OASys knowledge

Case management

Communication skills

Education

PQF Graduate Diploma / Honours Degree in Community Justice

Tools

NDelius

OASys

Job description

PROBATION OFFICER – SOUTHWARK

Location: Southwark, London

Pay Rate: £30.36 per hour – Limited / Umbrella inclusive of Holiday pay or £24.50 PAYE Exclusive of Holiday pay.

Hours: 37 hours per week

Contract: Locum / Agency

Start: Immediate / ASAP

About the Role

We are currently recruiting for an experienced Probation Officer to join a busy Probation Delivery Unit (PDU) in Southwark. This is an excellent opportunity for a skilled Probation Officer to take on a challenging and rewarding caseload, supporting individuals through their rehabilitation while managing risk and contributing to public protection.

We will consider Remote Applications for this post but Ideally office presence would be an advantage.

The team is looking for someone who is confident managing complex and high-risk cases and can work effectively in a fast-paced environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Managing a complex and challenging caseload, including high-risk offenders.
• Supervising MAPPA cases and attending relevant panel meetings.
• Preparing and writing Parole Reports.
• Supporting the delivery of Offender Management in Custody (OMiC).
• Completing and maintaining accurate OASys assessments.
• Managing risk effectively and contributing to public protection.
• Working collaboratively with colleagues and partner agencies.
• Applying relevant legislation, policies and evidence-based practice.
• Implementing requirements arising from the new Sentencing Act.
• Maintaining accurate and timely case records on NDelius and OASys.
• Undertaking any other reasonable duties appropriate to the level of the role.

Essential Requirements

• A recognised Probation Qualification Framework (PQF) Graduate Diploma / Honours Degree in Community Justice, or an equivalent recognised qualification.
• Proven experience working as a Probation Officer.
• Experience managing complex and high-risk caseloads.
• Experience managing MAPPA cases.
• Experience preparing and writing Parole Reports.
• Strong working knowledge of probation systems, including NDelius and OASys.
• Up-to-date knowledge of relevant legislation, probation practice and evidence-based approaches.
• Excellent communication, organisational and case management skills.
• The ability to work independently while contributing effectively as part of a wider team.
• The ability to prioritise and manage competing demands within a busy environment.

Why Apply?

This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Probation Officer looking for a challenging and rewarding locum position in Southwark, working within a supportive and busy probation service.