Jobs in Merthyr Mawr

Probation Officer

LOCATION: HMP Parc, Bridgend, Wales
HOURS: 18.5 hours per week
PAY RATE: £28.63 limited per hour (Umbrella pay rate) or £20.30 per hour PAYE rate

Full Job Description
We are seeking a dedicated Probation Officer to join the team at HMP Parc for a 12-month assignment. This is a fantastic contract opportunity to contribute to the criminal justice system while working within a secure prison environment. If you're passionate about making a difference and meet the required skills, we want to hear from you.

Depending on the role, work may include:

Conduct OASys assessments to support offender rehabilitation plans
Perform general Probation Officer duties within a high-security prison setting
Manage casework, ensuring compliance with all statutory and institutional policies
Work closely with prison staff and external agencies to facilitate successful offender management
Maintain thorough documentation and provide detailed reports for ongoing case reviews
Support offender rehabilitation and risk management initiatives
The job holder is expected to accept reasonable alterations and additional tasks of a similar level that may be necessary.Essential Requirements

Proven experience as a Probation Officer or in a similar role within the last 5 years.
Comprehensive knowledge and experience of OASys assessment procedures and risk management tools.
Ability to work effectively within a secure prison environment.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to maintain thorough documentation and write detailed reports.
Compliance with all relevant legislation, protocols, and statutory policies.If you are interested please apply or if you have any questions please contact Oliver Jefferson on (phone number removed) or send your CV to (url removed)