Probation Services Officer — Empathy‑Driven Community Impact

Ministry of Justice; Liverpool; Hybrid; GBP 25,000 - 31,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual leave 25 days + pro-rata for PT

LGPS pension

Training & development

Employee networks

Flexible benefits

Job summary

The Ministry of Justice invites applications for Probation Services Officer roles to support offenders before and after sentence. You will manage a caseload with empathy and resilience, providing clear reports and information to courts whilst working with partners across the justice system.

Commitment to service, training opportunities, and a varied workload are offered, with hybrid working arrangements and a base in the UK.

Qualifications

• You don’t need a degree for this role.
• Experience working with people who have social or personal difficulties is desirable.
• Good writing skills are essential, including the ability to produce clear and accurate reports.

Responsibilities

• Manage a caseload of offenders before and after sentence.
• Assess and manage risks and provide information to courts.
• Work closely with agencies across the justice system and maintain professional judgement.
• Support offenders with housing, employment, and other practical needs.

Skills

Empathy

Patience

Organised

Writing skills

Job description

The Ministry of Justice invites applications for Probation Services Officer roles to support offenders before and after sentence. You will manage a caseload with empathy and resilience, providing clear reports and information to courts whilst working with partners across the justice system.

Commitment to service, training opportunities, and a varied workload are offered, with hybrid working arrangements and a base in the UK.