Contract
Probation Officer
Service Care Solutions
Mid Glamorgan
Posted: 20 May 2026 (6 days ago)
Closing date: 17 June 2026
Ref: 225123438
Probation Officer
LOCATION: HMP Parc, Bridgend, Wales
HOURS: 18.5 hours per week
PAY RATE: -28.63 limited per hour (Umbrella pay rate) or -20.30 per hour PAYE rate
Full Job Description
We are seeking a dedicated Probation Officer to join the team at HMP Parc for a 12-month assignment. This is a fantastic contract opportunity to contribute to the criminal justice system while working within a secure prison environment. If you''re passionate about making a difference and meet the required skills, we want to hear from you.
Depending on the role, work may include:
- Conduct OASys assessments to support offender rehabilitation plans
- Perform general Probation Officer duties within a high-security prison setting
- Manage casework, ensuring compliance with all statutory and institutional policies
- Work closely with prison staff and external agencies to facilitate successful offender management
- Maintain thorough documentation and provide detailed reports for ongoing case reviews
- Support offender rehabilitation and risk management initiatives
- The job holder is expected to accept reasonable alterations and additional tasks of a similar level that may be necessary.
- Proven experience as a Probation Officer or in a similar role within the last 5 years.
- Comprehensive knowledge and experience of OASys assessment procedures and risk management tools.
- Ability to work effectively within a secure prison environment.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to maintain thorough documentation and write detailed reports.
- Compliance with all relevant legislation, protocols, and statutory policies.
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