Senior Probation Programs & Resource Manager

Ministry of Justice; Truro; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Ministry of Justice in England seeks a capable leader to manage a diverse team delivering interventions within a robust framework. You will ensure delivery aligns with manuals, audits, and risk controls while coordinating with partner agencies for multi‑agency delivery and public protection duties.

You will lead planning, resource allocation, and continuous service improvement, with a focus on quality standards and effective stakeholder engagement.

Qualifications

• Ability to provide effective line management to a diverse team.
• Experience in risk assessment and management within programmes.
• Understanding of programme management manuals and audit standards.
• Experience working in multi-agency settings and with partners.

Responsibilities

• Provide line management and leadership to a diverse team.
• Ensure interventions align with programme manuals and standards.
• Oversee resource use, rotas, and contingency planning for delivery.
• Maintain training for Programme Facilitators and promote accredited programmes.

Skills

Line management

Risk management

Resource management

Governance & audit

Tools

IT skills

Job description

Ministry of Justice in England seeks a capable leader to manage a diverse team delivering interventions within a robust framework. You will ensure delivery aligns with manuals, audits, and risk controls while coordinating with partner agencies for multi‑agency delivery and public protection duties.

You will lead planning, resource allocation, and continuous service improvement, with a focus on quality standards and effective stakeholder engagement.