Probation Officer

Probation Officer (OMIC & Parole Specialist)

Location: HMP The Mount (Bovingdon, Hemel Hempstead)
Salary: £28.63 limited per hour (Umbrella pay rate) or £20.30 per hour PAYE rate

The Role
We are seeking a high-caliber Probation Officer to join the team at HMP The Mount. This role is centered on the frontline delivery of the Offender Management in Custody (OMIC) model within a Category C training prison environment.
At HMP The Mount, the focus is on progression and resettlement. You will be the lead professional responsible for navigating the complexities of long-term sentencing, ensuring that every individual under your supervision is challenged to change and prepared for the rigors of parole.

Key Responsibilities

• OMIC Model Leadership: Take full accountability for the case management of a complex caseload. You will coordinate with Prison Offender Managers (POMs) and Key Workers to ensure the OMIC framework is delivered with consistency and purpose.
• Parole Board Specialist: Draft high-stakes parole reports that provide a definitive analysis of risk, rehabilitation, and suitability for release. You will be expected to synthesize psychological assessments and security intelligence into a cohesive recommendation.
• Oral Evidence & Hearings: Attend and lead at Parole Hearings. You must be able to defend your professional assessments under cross-examination by legal representatives and the Parole Board panel.
• Sentence Planning: Develop and monitor robust sentence plans that address the root causes of offending, focusing on the specific training and resettlement resources available at The Mount.
• Risk Mitigation: Maintain a constant, objective vigil on the risk of serious harm. You will be the primary authority on whether a prisoner's risk can be safely managed in the community.

The Requirements

• Qualified Professional: You must hold a Professional Qualification in Probation (PQiP), Diploma in Probation Studies (DipPS), or Graduate Diploma in Community Justice (GDCJ).
• Environmental Adaptability: You are comfortable and confident operating within a secure prison estate.
• Exceptional Reporting: Your writing must be concise, evidence-led, and free of ambiguity.
• Professional Courage: You must be willing to make difficult, unpopular recommendations when the evidence dictates, prioritizing public protection above all else.

Working at HMP The MountJoining the team at HMP The Mount places you in a unique, fast-paced environment dedicated to reducing reoffending through vocational training and structured progression. You will work within a multi-disciplinary hub of prison staff, healthcare professionals, and educators, providing a holistic approach to case management.

How to Apply
If you are interested in applying, please contact Oliver Jefferson on 01772 208962 or send your CV to oliver.jefferson@servicecare.org.uk