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Probation Service Officer

Service Care Solutions - Social Work
Posted 8 hours ago, valid for 21 days
Location

Bedford, Bedfordshire MK40 4LU, England

Salary

£32,000 - £38,400 per annum

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Contract type

Full Time

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  • Service Care Solutions is seeking a Probation Service Officer in Bedford, offering immediate starts subject to security clearance.
  • The position is part-time at 18.5 hours per week, with a duration of 20 weeks ongoing.
  • The pay rate for this role ranges from £18 to £20.07 per hour, depending on experience.
  • Candidates should have experience working with individuals facing social or personal challenges, although a degree is not essential.
  • The role involves assessing and managing offenders, producing reports, and collaborating with other agencies to support community safety.

Service Care Solutions are the leading recruitment agency for the Probation service nationwide. We are currently recruiting for a Probation Service Officer in Bedford! - Immediate Starts Available subject to security clearance! LOCATION: BedfordHOURS: 18.5 hours per weekDURATION: 20 weeks ongoingPAY RATE: £18 - £20.07 (DoE)

As a PSO you will undertake the full range of work with offenders before and after sentence. This will include assessment, sentence implementation, offender management and producing reports. The job holder will provide case management support to a full range of offenders utilising service procedures and practice directions that underpin professional judgement.

This is a fast-paced role that offers excellent opportunities for career development and a chance to make a real difference in your community.

About You

We're looking for empathetic, patient, and resilient individuals who are committed to helping others. While a degree isn't essential, experience working with people facing social or personal challenges is highly valued. Excellent written communication skills are a must, as you'll be responsible for producing clear and accurate reports.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Assess and manage the risk posed by offenders to protect victims and the public.
  • Supervise and manage offenders subject to community sentences.
  • Collaborate with other agencies to prevent crime and support victims and offenders.
  • Ensure compliance with Probation Service policies and procedures.
  • Provide case management support to offenders.
  • Produce accurate reports and documentation.
  • Conduct prison, home, or alternate location visits.
  • Work in court settings, including completing reports and prosecuting breaches.
  • Deliver and co-lead accredited programs.
  • Carry out safeguarding duties in accordance with agency policies.
  • Demonstrate pro-social modeling skills.

Experience

  • Skilled in working with diverse individuals facing social and personal challenges, using tact and discretion with sensitive issues.
  • Proficient in planning, coordinating work, and motivating individuals or groups to change behavior.
  • Knowledgeable about equal opportunities, diversity, and good practice principles.
  • Understanding of factors contributing to offending (e.g., substance misuse, accommodation) and the ability to empathize constructively.
  • Familiar with case management principles, risk assessment, and their impact on victims.
  • Knowledge of Health & Safety legislation and the Criminal Justice System, including the Probation Service's aims and objectives.

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In order to submit this application, a Reed account will be created for you. As such, in addition to applying for this job, you will be signed up to all Reed’s services as part of the process. By submitting this application, you agree to Reed’s Terms and Conditions and acknowledge that your personal data will be transferred to Reed and processed by them in accordance with their Privacy Policy.