At a Glance
- Tasks: Support the CP Manager in planning and monitoring Community Payback placements and maintain relationships with partner organisations.
- Company: The role is within the Probation Service, focusing on community rehabilitation and support.
- Benefits: Annual pay progression through a Competency Based Framework and higher pay for weekend work.
- Other info: Starting salary is £28,064, with annual increases in line with Civil Service Pay guidance.
- Why this job: Make a positive impact on people's lives and communities while enjoying job security.
- Qualifications: Must have a Full UK Manual Driving Licence and right to work in the UK.
The predicted salary is between 28064 - 28064 £ per year.
A Community Payback Coordinator supports the CP Manager to ensure all Community Payback placements meet policy objectives, comply with relevant legislation and quality standards set out in the Community Payback Guidance. The role involves establishing and maintaining relationships with partner organisations, customers and stakeholders, including voluntary and statutory organisations, to deliver work placements that enable the sentence of the Court to be carried out effectively. The post holder may be required to work weekends as part of the normal pattern of work and will receive a higher rate for weekend days.
Key Responsibilities
- Support the CP Manager in planning and monitoring Community Payback placements.
- Build and maintain relationships with current and future partner organisations.
- Ensure placements meet the quality standards set out in the Community Payback Guidance.
- Work with voluntary and statutory organisations to secure suitable placements.
- Assist with project risk assessments, beneficiary meetings and site visits, including those that are only accessible on weekends.
- Maintain accurate records and reporting for all placements.
Requirements
- Full UK Manual Driving Licence – an automatic Driving Licence is not acceptable.
- Right to work in the UK and be employed by the Civil Service.
- Eligibility to work under the Skilled Worker visa rules before 22 July 2025 is required if you have a Skilled Worker visa.
Benefits and Progression
- Annual pay progression through a Competency Based Framework (CBF).
- New entrants start on the minimum of the pay band.
- The Probation Service increases pay band ranges annually in line with Civil Service Pay guidance.
Salary
The starting salary is £28,064. Weekend work will attract a higher rate of pay.
Legal and Volunteer Statement
The Probation Service offers the opportunity to make a positive impact on people's lives and communities, with job security and a range of benefits.
Immigration and Visa Policy
From 22 July 2025, changes to the Skilled Worker immigration rules mean that HM Prison and Probation Service cannot sponsor applicants as a Community Payback Coordinator unless they have held a Skilled Worker visa before that date. If you have held the visa continuously, inform the pre‑employment checks. If not, consider your options for obtaining or maintaining your right to work in the UK. The Probation Service will continue to comply with UK Immigration Rules and Civil Service regulations.
18890 - Community Payback Co-Ordinator - Slough (South Central) employer: Ministry of Justice
Join the Probation Service in Slough, where you can contribute to community rehabilitation. Enjoy benefits like annual pay progression and job security while working with diverse partner organisations. The team is dedicated to making a positive impact on individuals and communities.
