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Service Care Solutions are the leading recruitment agency for the Probation service nationwide. We are currently recruiting for a Probation Service Officer in Reading! - Immediate Starts Available subject to security clearance!
LOCATION: Reading
HOURS: 37 hours per week
DURATION: 20 weeks ongoing
PAY RATE: 18 - 20.07 (DoE)
As a PSO, you'll be responsible for managing your own caseload of individuals on probation, ensuring they actively engage with the Probation Service and fulfill their unpaid work requirements. You'll work closely with our dedicated delivery team to place offenders in suitable community placements and provide ongoing support and motivation throughout their sentence.
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.
To Apply:
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