Red Snapper Recruitment is seeking a Probation Service Officer to join the Pre‑Release Team at HMP Bronzefield.
This is an exciting opportunity to support women approaching release from custody, playing a vital role in coordinating resettlement planning and ensuring a smooth transition back into the community. The role is custody-based and focuses on pre‑release preparation, with the chance to make a tangible impact.
Job Summary
Location: HMP Bronzefield, Woodthorpe Road, Ashford TW15 3JZ.Contract Type: Temporary, 13 weeks (with possibility of extension).Hours: Full‑time, 37 hours per week (flexibility required).Rate: £16.39 p/h PAYE or £21.59 p/h Umbrella.Working Pattern: On‑site.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide pre‑release and resettlement support to approximately 30‑40 offenders per month.
- Conduct assessments to identify needs, risks, and appropriate interventions.
- Coordinate referrals to housing providers and partner agencies to support resettlement.
- Manage a caseload of low to medium risk offenders approaching release.
- Support offender management processes and contribute to sentence planning.
- Attend and contribute to multi‑agency meetings, including pre‑release planning and public protection forums.
- Maintain accurate and timely case records in line with policy and procedural requirements.
- Build strong working relationships with residents, prison staff, and external stakeholders.
- Support individuals at the point of release to ensure continuity of care and engagement with services.
Duties and Responsibilities
- Conduct interviews and assessments to identify support needs.
- Complete referrals and liaise with external agencies to achieve positive outcomes.
- Work closely with housing providers and rehabilitative services.
- Maintain up‑to‑date case records using relevant case management systems.
- Contribute to safeguarding, risk management, and public protection processes.
- Attend internal and external meetings as required.
- Support individuals with complex needs, including those at risk of reoffending.
- Work collaboratively with colleagues and partner organisations to deliver effective resettlement plans.
Essential Requirements
- NVQ Level 3 in Criminal Justice (or equivalent), or a minimum of 5 GCSEs at Grade C/4 and above (including English and Maths).
- Recent experience (within the last 5 years) working for a recognised provider of probation services.
- At least 12 months’ experience working with individuals on probation with complex social and personal needs.
- Experience motivating individuals and supporting behaviour change in both one‑to‑one and group settings.
- Experience of risk assessment and management, including familiarity with (or ability to quickly learn) tools such as OASys, RSR, and SARA.
- Strong report‑writing skills, with the ability to meet strict deadlines and quality standards.
- Understanding of and commitment to equality, diversity, and inclusion.
- Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with professionalism and discretion.
Red Snapper Recruitment is part of the Red Snapper Group and is an equal opportunities employer.
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