Senior Probation Leader: Drive Public Safety & Team Impact

Ministry of Justice; Slough; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Ministry of Justice in the United Kingdom is seeking a Senior Probation Officer to support the Head of Operational Function within a Local Delivery Unit. The post holder will lead staff, ensure delivery against national standards and contracts with HMPPS and CRCs, and manage resources for the area.

You will analyse performance data, support staff development, manage risk, and represent the NPS in partnership work. Equality, inclusion and safeguarding duties are essential in this role.

Responsibilities

• Provide effective management and leadership to the team
• Be accountable for quality delivery of good practice and team performance within policy and national standards
• Ensure efficient deployment of staff and resources to meet budget and strategic aims
• Ensure staff meet contract requirements with HMPPS, CRCs and local business plans
• Access, interpret and apply performance data to maximise team performance
• Proactively manage staff development, attendance, and employee relations with fairness
• Ensure offender managers manage risk and meet public protection standards
• Contribute to public protection through multi‑agency arrangements and casework review
• Promote innovation and continuous service improvement
• Manage financial resources within approved limits and authorise expenditure
• Lead work with partners and stakeholders and represent the NPS as required
• Facilitate effective communication between management teams and external partners
• Participate in corporate management as part of the LDU/Operational Unit Management Team
• Undertake delegated responsibilities and demonstrate pro-social modelling and safeguarding duties

Job description

Ministry of Justice in the United Kingdom is seeking a Senior Probation Officer to support the Head of Operational Function within a Local Delivery Unit. The post holder will lead staff, ensure delivery against national standards and contracts with HMPPS and CRCs, and manage resources for the area.

You will analyse performance data, support staff development, manage risk, and represent the NPS in partnership work. Equality, inclusion and safeguarding duties are essential in this role.