16375 - Probation Officer Returner Scheme - Kent, Surrey, And Sussex

Ministry of Justice UK

Kent, Surrey & Sussex, GB
Base: £35,130 - £42,000; bonus/equity: not specifi...
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Former qualified probation officer
Left civil service within 5 years
Completed probationary period and training
** The Ministry of Justice UK seeks former qualified probation officers for its Returner Scheme in Kent, Surrey, and Sussex. This program allows eligible candidates to rejoin the probation service with a streamlined application process and flexible working arrangements. **

Job Summary

  • This scheme is open to former, qualified probation officers who have left the Civil Service within the last five years, offering a fast-track return with no requirement to repeat entry-level training or assessments.
  • The role involves keeping the public safe and rehabilitating people on probation, with various working arrangements including full-time, part-time, and flexible options.
  • Eligibility is based on Civil Service Exception 5 terms, requiring previous appointment on merit through fair and open competition within the last five years, and a completed probationary period.

Matching Summary

Match Score: 75

** The Ministry of Justice UK seeks former qualified probation officers for its Returner Scheme in Kent, Surrey, and Sussex. This program allows eligible candidates to rejoin the probation service with a streamlined application process and flexible working arrangements. **

Salary

Base: £35,130 - £42,000; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Full range of Civil Service benefits

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • former qualified probation officer
  • left Civil Service within 5 years
  • completed probationary period and training
  • fast-track return to service
  • no repeat entry level training

Nice-to-have

  • consider returning to Probation Service
  • keep the public safe
  • rehabilitate people on probation

Key Requirements

  • Probation Officer qualification
  • PQF Honours Degree/Graduate Diploma and Level 5 Diploma in Probation Practice; or Diploma in Probation Studies; or Diploma in Social Work (Probation option); or CQSW (Probation option)
  • Enhanced Level 2 security vetting
  • NPPV Level 2

Work Rights

Not specified

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