Probation Officer (graded posts)

We are interested to hear from Probation Officers who want to work for one of the country's most progressive services. Applicants must possess either the Certificate of Qualification in Social Work, the Diploma in Social Work or the Diploma in Probation Studies. Opportunities are available through promotion to Senior Probation Officer, where you will manage a team of Probation Officers and Probation Service Officers.

Probation Service Officer

As a PSO you will assist with the supervision of offenders and with the provision of information about offenders and the Probation Service to courts and partnership organisations. Training involves completing NVQ level 3 in Criminal Justice.

Community Payback Officer

As a CPO you will supervise offenders on Community Sentences.

Community Payback Supervisor

As a CPS you will supervise offenders in work groups undertaking Unpaid Work on practical projects. You wilkl work for one or more days in the week, or at weekends. You will possess supervision skills and practical skills to a good DIY stasndard.

Administration and Support

Administrative Officers provide secretarial and administrative support in all aspects of Probation Service work with offenders, the courts and the public. Applicants should possess at least RSA 3 typing and word processing qualifications, have audio typing experience and possess good communication skills.

In Addition there are opportunities in Specialist Services for example, IT, Finance and Personnel.

If you would like to pursue a career with Derbyshire Probation Area, why not view our current list of vacancies, contact Katie Dennis on 01629 55422 ext, 236 or email us at This e-mail address is being protected from spambots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it