Probation Officer

Qualified Probation Officer (PO)

Unique London Region Role (Based in Norwich)

• Location: Norwich City Centre (Supporting the London Region virtually)
• Contract: 12 Months (Full-Time, 37 hours per week)
• Financials: £30.36 Ltd p/h

The Opportunity

I am currently partnering with the Probation Service to recruit a qualified Probation Officer (PO) for a highly unique, 12-month assignment within their Corporate Services directorate.
This role offers the best of both worlds: you will be supporting the fast-paced, high-stakes London Region, but you will be physically based in the London Service Centre in Norwich city centre.

If you are a qualified PO who wants the professional challenge and prestige of handling London-region operations, but you want to enjoy the lifestyle, community, and city-centre benefits of being based in Norfolk, this is the perfect balance.

The Role

Instead of a standard caseload, this position is heavily focused on professional leadership, oversight, and team support. You will be:

• Working out of a prime Norwich city centre office (located near the cathedral with excellent public transport links).
• Supporting, guiding, and mentoring a team of Probation Services Officers (PSOs) who are working virtually across the London region.
• Ensuring all service delivery, risk management, and casework supervision adhere strictly to National Standards and Criminal Justice legislation.

What You Need to Apply

• PQF Honours Degree/Graduate Diploma and Level 5 Diploma in Probation Practice
• Diploma in Probation Studies (DiPS)
• Diploma in Social Work (Probation option)
• CQSW (Probation option)

Key Skills Required:

• Comprehensive knowledge of the Criminal Justice System, current legislation, and National Standards.
• The ability to manage and support staff effectively in a virtual or remote environment.
• Strong communication skills to bridge the gap between the Norwich hub and the London operational field.

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