17240 - Senior Probation Officer

This is a management role within the National Probation Service (NPS). The Senior Probation Officer supports the Head of Operational Function to provide management and a leading role within a Local Delivery Unit (LDU) or other operational unit.

Requirements

• Manage and lead staff within the operational area to the required standard
• Offer support and cover to other teams/functions during periods of absence
• Ensure that all team resources, including interventions, are deployed cost effectively and provide best value in terms of both budget control and realising the organisation’s strategic aims
• Proactively manage staff development, issues of underperformance, attendance, health and safety, employee relations and diversity matters
• Contribute directly to public protection through multi-agency arrangements and individual casework review, discussion and feedback
• Promote a culture of innovation and continuous improvement to service delivery
• Manage financial resources for your area of responsibility as required by your Head of Operational Function and in line with HMPPS financial regulations and policies
• Facilitate effective communication between the LDU/Operational Unit management team and internal and external partners

Benefits

• Annual Leave
• Pension
• Training
• Networks
• Eligibility
• Support
• Paid paternity, adoption and maternity leave
• Free annual sight tests for employees who use computer screens