Probation Officer in Solihull, West Midlands (County)

Belmont Recruitment are currently looking for a young adult Probation Officer to join Solihull Metropolitianon borough Council an initial 6 month temporary contract. This is a full-time role working 37 hours per week, Monday to Friday. Hybrid work included. 

Key Responsibilities

• Managing a caseload of young people on probation.

• Completing assessments and sentence plans using OASys.

• Producing high-quality reports for criminal courts and partner agencies.

• Assessing and managing risk to victims, children and the wider public.

• Providing professional advice and information to courts and criminal justice partners.

• Working collaboratively with safeguarding, education, health and other statutory agencies.

• Attending multi-agency meetings, including MAPPA and other partnership forums.

• Conducting home, community and custodial visits as required.

• Maintaining accurate records and documentation within agreed timescales.

• Supporting positive outcomes and reducing reoffending through effective offender management

Essential Requirements

• A recognised Probation Officer qualification.

• Experience completing OASys assessments.

• Previous court experience and confidence producing court reports.

• Strong offender management and risk assessment experience.

• Excellent communication and partnership working skills.

• A commitment to safeguarding and public protection.

• Access to your own vehicle

Please apply with an up to date CV ASAP if this role would be of interest to you!