At a Glance
- Tasks: Supervise and motivate offenders during community service projects in Bicester and Oxford.
- Company: Join a supportive team making a positive impact in the community.
- Benefits: Starting salary of £28,064 with weekend pay boosts and career progression opportunities.
- Other info: Flexible working hours with potential for growth within the Civil Service.
- Why this job: Make a difference while developing leadership skills and gaining valuable experience.
- Qualifications: Full UK Manual Driving Licence and good communication skills required.
The predicted salary is between 26500 - 28000 £ per year.
The Community Payback Supervisor is an operational role directly supervising work groups of offenders serving a community sentence in Bicester, Oxford. The role involves driving service vehicles to transport people or equipment and all work site supervision tasks to ensure all tasks are carried out to a high standard.
Responsibilities
- Supervise and motivate offenders during up to 7 hours per day of unpaid work placement.
- Coordinate and support the team to complete manual tasks such as clearing overgrowth, restoring community facilities, planting trees or laying flowerbeds, litter picking, and graffiti removal.
- Conduct work-site supervision, ensuring all safety, quality, and progress standards are met.
- Drive service vehicles to transport people or equipment as required.
- Maintain accurate records of work time, tasks completed, and progress of offenders.
- Plan and manage work schedules, including weekend and, where required, evening shifts.
Working Pattern & Pay
Standard working hours are 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM. The role requires a fixed start and finish each day and includes weekend work (both Saturday and Sunday each week with alternative weekday days agreed). Weekend hours carry a higher rate of 50% additional pay. Starting salary is £28,064, with potential progression through the Competency Based Framework and annual pay increases in line with Civil Service guidance.
Requirements
- Full UK Manual Driving Licence – automatic licence holders will not be considered.
- Right to work in the UK (including relevant visa status – note that as of 22 July 2025 the role cannot sponsor a new Skilled Worker Visa, but applicants with existing prior to that date may be eligible).
- Good communication skills, empathy, and the ability to lead small teams.
- Experience supervising offenders or similar responsibility is preferred but not mandatory; the role will be assessed against the Civil Service Success Profile.
Eligibility
This role is open to all applicants who meet the right-to-work requirements and hold a full UK Manual Driving Licence.
Community Payback Supervisor - Bicester and Oxford (South Central) employer: Ministry of Justice
As a Community Payback Supervisor in Bicester and Oxford, you will be part of a dedicated team that plays a vital role in transforming lives and enhancing community spaces. Our supportive work culture prioritises employee development, offering opportunities for progression through our Competency Based Framework, alongside competitive pay rates including enhanced weekend pay. Join us to make a meaningful impact while enjoying a fulfilling career in a dynamic environment that values teamwork and community service.
