Probation Officer, Courts

Probation Officer

LOCATION: Stevenage Court (Flexibility to travel to Stevenage Magistrates' Court and the probation office)
HOURS: 37 hours per week (Standard full-time unless specified otherwise)
PAY RATE: £28.63 limited per hour (Umbrella pay rate) or £20.30 per hour PAYE rate

Full Job Description

We are seeking an experienced Probation Officer to join a dynamic team and support court proceedings at Stevenage Magistrates' Court on an initial 26-week contract. If you possess the necessary qualifications and experience, this is an excellent opportunity to advance your career and make a tangible impact within the justice system.

Depending on the role, work may include:

• Prepare comprehensive court reports, ranging from standard to oral presentations
• Attend court hearings on a rotating rota, providing expert testimony
• Utilize your probation knowledge to support cases effectively
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of legislation and case management systems
• Support clients throughout the legal process, ensuring compliance and safety
• The job holder is expected to accept reasonable alterations and additional tasks of a similar level that may be necessary.

Essential Requirements

• Possession of a recognized Probation Qualification Framework Graduate Diploma/Honours Degree in Community Justice (or equivalent recognized qualification).
• Proven experience writing detailed court reports and attending court hearings.
• Proficient working knowledge of probation service computer-based systems, including NDelius, OASys, and EPF1.
• Up-to-date with relevant legislation and evidence-based practice.
• Ability to attend court hearings regularly, work effectively within a team, and travel between the court and the probation office.

If you are interested please apply or if you have any questions please contact Oliver Jefferson on 01772 208962 or send your CV to oliver.jefferson@servicecare.org.uk