Summary: The Probation Service Officer role involves managing offenders assessed as low or medium risk, supporting Probation Officers in high-risk cases, and contributing to risk management plans. Responsibilities include maintaining records, making referrals, conducting visits, and working in court settings. The position requires experience in supporting diverse individuals and managing relationships with external agencies. A commitment to equal opportunities and diversity is essential.

Key Responsibilities:

• Undertake the full range of offender management tasks with low or medium risk offenders.
• Support Probation Officers in high-risk cases.
• Contribute to the delivery of Risk Management plans and report significant changes.
• Use computer-based systems to maintain records and documentation.
• Ensure effective referrals and communication with offender management staff and external agencies.
• Conduct prison, home, or alternate location visits as required.
• Work in court settings, completing reports and prosecuting breaches.

Key Skills:

• Experience working with diverse individuals facing social/personal difficulties.
• Ability to motivate and change behavior in groups and individuals.
• Experience in making effective referrals and managing relationships with external agencies.
• Understanding of equal opportunities and commitment to diversity good practice.

Salary (Rate): 20.07

City: Gateshead

Country: UK

Working Arrangements: undetermined

IR35 Status: inside IR35

Seniority Level: undetermined

Industry: Other