Qualified Probation Officer (PO)

Unique London Region Role (Based in Norwich)

• Location: Norwich City Centre (Supporting the London Region virtually)
• Contract: 12 Months (Full-Time, 37 hours per week)
• Financials:30.36 Ltd p/h

The Opportunity

I am currently partnering with the Probation Service to recruit a qualified Probation Officer (PO) for a highly unique, 12-month assignment within their Corporate Services directorate.
This role offers the best of both worlds: you will be supporting the fast-paced, high-stakes London Region, but you will be physically based in the London Service Centre in Norwich city centre.

If you are a qualified PO who wants the professional challenge and prestige of handling London-region operations, but you want to enjoy the lifestyle, community, and city-centre benefits of being based in Norfolk, this is the perfect balance.

The Role

Instead of a standard caseload, this position is heavily focused on professional leadership, oversight, and team support. You will be:

• Working out of a prime Norwich city centre office (located near the cathedral with excellent public transport links).
• Supporting, guiding, and mentoring a team of Probation Services Officers (PSOs) who are working virtually across the London region.
• Ensuring all service delivery, risk management, and casework supervision adhere strictly to National Standards and Criminal Justice legislation.

What You Need to Apply

• PQF Honours Degree/Graduate Diploma and Level 5 Diploma in Probation Practice
• Diploma in Probation Studies (DiPS)
• Diploma in Social Work (Probation option)
• CQSW (Probation option)

Key Skills Required:

• Comprehensive knowledge of the Criminal Justice System, current legislation, and National Standards.
• The ability to manage and support staff effectively in a virtual or remote environment.
• Strong communication skills to bridge the gap between the Norwich hub and the London operational field.

If you are interested in applying, please contact-Oliver Jefferson on (phone number removed)-or send your CV to-(url removed)