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Probation Service OfficerService Care Solutions • Worthing, ENG, GB
Probation Service Officer

Probation Service Officer

Service Care Solutions • Worthing, ENG, GB
26 days ago
Salary
£22.89 hourly
Job type
  • Full-time
  • Temporary
Job description

Job Description

Probation Service Officer – Court Team
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Location: Worthing Magistrates' Court or Crawley Magistrates' Court\n
Contract Type: Temporary Contract\n
Hours: Full-Time, 37 hours per week (Monday to Friday)\n
Pay Rate: £22.89 per hour (Limited/Umbrella Rate)\n
Equivalent PAYE Rate: Approximately £17.75–£18.00 per hour PAYE (depending on payroll provider and statutory on-cost calculations)\n
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Overview
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\nWe are currently recruiting for experienced and motivated Probation Service Officers (PSOs) to join the Court Team based at either Worthing Magistrates' Court or Crawley Magistrates' Court. This is a full-time contract opportunity working within His Majesty's Prison and Probation Service (HMPPS), supporting the delivery of effective probation services within a busy court environment.\n
\nThe successful candidate will play a key role in assisting the courts by providing timely assessments, information, and recommendations to support sentencing decisions and offender management processes.\n
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Key Responsibilities\n
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  • Deliver high-quality court-based probation services in accordance with HMPPS policies and procedures.
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  • Conduct assessments of individuals appearing before the court, identifying risks, needs, and suitability for community-based interventions.
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  • Prepare and present verbal and written reports to Magistrates and District Judges.
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  • Liaise effectively with court staff, legal representatives, police, prison services, and partner agencies.
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  • Support the management of offenders by gathering and analysing relevant information.
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  • Ensure accurate and timely recording of case information on relevant probation systems.
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  • Promote public protection by identifying and responding appropriately to safeguarding and risk concerns.
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  • Contribute to effective sentence management and rehabilitation outcomes.
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Essential Requirements\n
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  • Previous experience working as a Probation Service Officer, Probation Officer, or within a criminal justice, probation, prison, youth offending, social care, or related environment.
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  • Strong report-writing and assessment skills.
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  • Excellent verbal communication and interpersonal skills.
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  • Ability to work effectively under pressure within a fast-paced court setting.
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  • Good understanding of risk assessment and offender management principles.
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  • Competent IT skills and experience using case management systems.
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  • Ability to work independently while contributing positively to a wider team.
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Desirable Requirements\n
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  • Experience working within a court-based probation team.
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  • Knowledge of HMPPS policies, procedures, and offender management frameworks.
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  • Experience preparing court reports and providing sentencing recommendations.
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Working Arrangements\n
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  • Full-time position working 37 hours per week, Monday to Friday.
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  • Candidates must be able to attend court in person and work on-site at either Worthing Magistrates' Court or Crawley Magistrates' Court.
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  • Hybrid or remote working is not available due to the nature of the role.
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  • The role is offered on a temporary contract basis with the potential for extension, subject to business requirements.
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If you are interested in this role then please contact Andy at Service Care Solutions on 01772 208962 or email
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