Probation Officer, Courts

Probation Officer Location: Milton Keynes Magistrates Court (with travel to Aylesbury or High Wycombe offices at least once a week) Hours: 37 hours per week (part‑time considered) Pay rate: £28.63 limited per hour (Umbrella pay rate) or £20.30 per hour PAYE rate.

Overview

We are seeking an experienced Probation Officer to join the South Central region for a contract assignment at Milton Keynes Magistrates Court. This role offers a fantastic chance to contribute your skills to the justice sector on a short‑term assignment with the potential for extensions.

Responsibilities

• Conducting Pre‑Sentence Reports (PSRs) for court proceedings
• Attending face‑to‑face PSR appointments at Milton Keynes, Aylesbury, or High Wycombe offices at least once a week
• Writing comprehensive and accurate probation reports
• Liaising with court officials, clients, and relevant stakeholders
• Managing caseloads efficiently within tight deadlines
• Providing support and guidance to offenders to aid rehabilitation
• Accept reasonable alterations and additional tasks of a similar level as required

Qualifications

• Possession of a recognized Probation Qualification Framework Graduate Diploma/Honours Degree in Community Justice (or equivalent recognized qualification)
• Proven experience in Pre‑Sentence Report (PSR) writing within a probation setting
• Experience and knowledge of using probation service computer‑based systems to produce and maintain accurate case records
• Flexibility and ability to travel for in‑person appointments across specified court and office locations as required
• Strong communication, time‑management, and report‑writing skills to deliver high‑quality assessments under tight deadlines

If you are interested please apply or if you have any questions please contact Oliver Jefferson on 01772 208962 or send your CV to oliver.jefferson@servicecare.org.uk.

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