Probation Services Officer — Support Offenders & Courts

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

Benefits offered by this job

Annual leave and career progression

Pension – LGPS

Training and development opportunities

Flexible working arrangements

Family friendly policies

Job summary

Ministry of Justice UK is recruiting Probation Services Officers to manage caseloads before and after sentence, assess risks, and provide information to courts while working with partner agencies to support offenders. The role offers substantial on‑the‑job training and a clear route for career progression within the Probation Service.

We value empathetic, patient and resilient individuals who can produce precise reports to tight deadlines.

Qualifications

• No degree required; emphasis on personal qualities.
• Ability to produce clear and accurate reports to tight deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Manage a caseload of offenders before and after sentence.
• Assess and manage risks and provide information to courts.
• Work with agencies across the justice system to support offenders.
• Assist with housing and employment advice and listening support.

Skills

Empathy

Patience

Resilience

Good writing skills

Risk assessment

Job description

Ministry of Justice UK is recruiting Probation Services Officers to manage caseloads before and after sentence, assess risks, and provide information to courts while working with partner agencies to support offenders. The role offers substantial on‑the‑job training and a clear route for career progression within the Probation Service.

We value empathetic, patient and resilient individuals who can produce precise reports to tight deadlines.