Licensed visa sponsor – Ministry of Justice is on the Home Office register of licensed worker sponsors (Skilled Worker), so it can sponsor a work visa. This particular advert does not mention sponsorship, so confirm with the employer before you apply. Applicants from Nigeria and elsewhere, in the UK or overseas, may apply.
This is an exciting opportunity for a Probation Officer at Bradshaw House PIPE Approved Premises with the Ministry of Justice in Bury, offering a salary of £37,238 - £44,520. This full-time Civil Service role is ideal for qualified Probation Officers, especially Nigerian and African immigrants seeking to build a career in the UK, as visa sponsorship is available for foreign applicants. The position also stands out with its focus on a psychologically informed environment and strong team collaboration.
Job Description
As a Probation Officer, you will undertake the full spectrum of offender management tasks, working with individuals on probation under supervision. This includes comprehensive assessment, implementing sentences, and producing detailed reports, all while adhering to established service procedures and practice directions to inform your professional judgment.
Your core responsibilities will involve assessing and managing the risk posed by people on probation, with the ultimate goal of protecting victims of crime and the general public. This encompasses providing crucial information and advice to criminal courts and other justice agencies, supervising individuals under community orders and licenses, and actively contributing to risk management strategies.
Requirements
- You must hold a Probation Officer qualification or be a qualified Probation Officer.
- Hold a PQF Honours Degree/Graduate Diploma and Level 5 Diploma in Probation Practice; or Diploma in Probation Studies; or Diploma in Social Work (Probation option); or CQSW (Probation option).
- Experience working with a wide variety of people who have experienced a range of social/personal difficulties.
- Experience working with diverse communities, including promoting equality and valuing diversity.
- Knowledge and understanding of the work of the Criminal Justice System and the Probation Service.
- Applicants must either have the right to work in the UK or be eligible for Skilled Worker (Tier 2) visa sponsorship, which is available for this role.
Benefits
- Competitive salary ranging from £37,238 to £44,520.
- Opportunity to work within a Psychologically Informed Planned Environment (PIPE) and an Enabling Environment, focusing on relational approaches.
- Visa / Skilled Worker (Tier 2) sponsorship available for eligible overseas applicants.
- Hybrid working arrangements may be available where business need allows, though this specific role is AP based with no option for hybrid working.
- Professional development and support within the Ministry of Justice, a key Civil Service department.
Visa Sponsorship & Foreigner Eligibility
Visa / Skilled Worker (Tier 2) sponsorship is available for this Probation Officer role, making it open to foreign and overseas applicants who require a UK work visa. Foreigners (non-UK residents) are encouraged to apply. If your visa status is borderline or complex, it is advisable to clearly state your current situation and any specific requirements you may have during the application process.
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