Probation Officer: Risk & Rehabilitation Lead

Ministry of Justice; Wellingborough; On-site; GBP 33,000 - 43,000; Full time

Job summary

Ministry of Justice in the East of England is seeking a Qualified Probation Officer to assess and manage offender risk, produce reports for courts, and work with partner agencies to reduce reoffending. The role requires collaboration across teams, attendance at professional meetings such as MAPPA and MARAC, and delivering accredited programmes.

Candidates must hold a PQF Honours Degree/Graduate Diploma with a Level 5 Diploma in Probation Practice (or equivalent) and knowledge of the Criminal

Qualifications

• Probation Officer qualification or equivalent must be held.
• PQF honours degree or graduate diploma with Level 5 Diploma in Probation Practice (or equivalent).
• Knowledge of Criminal Justice System and probation standards required.

Responsibilities

• Provide professional advice and assessment including written reports to courts and agencies.
• Manage offenders on probation with risk levels from low to very high.
• Use computer-based systems to maintain records within timescales.
• Coordinate referrals between offender management, court teams, and external agencies.
• Attend meetings and represent the PS at MAPPA/MARAC forums.
• Collaborate with colleagues and supervise Probation Services Officers.
• Provide cover within teams and undertake visits to prisons or other locations.
• Deliver and co-lead accredited programmes as required.
• Conduct mandatory alcohol and drug tests and follow medication procedures.
• Carry out safeguarding duties and promote pro-social behaviour.

Skills

Equality & inclusion

Pro-social modelling

Risk/needs assessment

Interagency collaboration

Communication

Education

PQF Honours Degree/Graduate Diploma and Level 5 Diploma in Probation Practice

Diploma in Probation Studies

Diploma in Social Work (Probation option)

CQSW (Probation option)

Tools

Computer-based systems

Evidence Based Practice tools

Risk/needs assessment tools

Job description

Ministry of Justice in the East of England is seeking a Qualified Probation Officer to assess and manage offender risk, produce reports for courts, and work with partner agencies to reduce reoffending. The role requires collaboration across teams, attendance at professional meetings such as MAPPA and MARAC, and delivering accredited programmes.

Candidates must hold a PQF Honours Degree/Graduate Diploma with a Level 5 Diploma in Probation Practice (or equivalent) and knowledge of the Criminal