Probation Officer - HMP Highpoint
Probation Officers manage the risk posed by people on probation to protect victims and the public through assessment, sentence implementation, and court reporting. They supervise individuals on community orders, licences, and during custodial sentences while collaborating with criminal courts, prisons, and partner agencies. Post holders also deliver accredited programmes, conduct mandatory drug and alcohol testing, and support colleagues.
What they're looking for
- Assess and manage risk of serious harm for people on probation
- Provide professional advice and written reports to courts and agencies
- Collaborate with partner agencies to prevent crime and reduce reoffending
- Demonstrate pro-social modelling and challenge anti-social behaviour
Qualifications
- Probation Officer qualification
- PQF Honours Degree/Graduate Diploma and Level 5 Diploma in Probation Practice
- Diploma in Probation Studies
- Diploma in Social Work (Probation option)
Nationality requirements
This job is broadly open to UK, Republic of Ireland, Commonwealth, EU, Swiss, Norwegian, Icelandic, Liechtenstein, and Turkish nationals with relevant rights or status.
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