2438B - Probation Officer - Birmingham North, East and Solihull Qualified Probation Officer nee ...

2438B - Probation Officer - Birmingham North, East and Solihull

Published: December 26, 2025

Probation Officer - Offender Management

Location: West Midlands, Birmingham North, East & Solihull
Contract: 12-month assignment (with potential for extension)
Hours: Full-time, 37 hours per week, Monday to Friday
Start Date: 5th January 2026
Pay: £19.90 per hour PAYE or £26.20 Umbrella
Travel: Not required
Recruiter: Red Snapper Recruitment (RSR)

About Red Snapper Recruitment

Red Snapper Recruitment (RSR) is a public safety and enterprise security recruitment specialist. We work closely with probation services and public sector organisations across the UK to source qualified and experienced professionals to deliver key services.

Role Purpose

The Probation Officer will provide effective offender management, supervising and supporting service users in accordance with statutory requirements and local policies. The role focuses on risk assessment, rehabilitation planning, and ensuring compliance with the criminal justice system.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage and supervise allocated caseloads of offenders, ensuring compliance with court orders and statutory obligations.
• Conduct risk assessments, sentence planning, and rehabilitation planning in line with national and local policies.
• Engage effectively with offenders to support behaviour change and reduce reoffending.
• Liaise with courts, law enforcement, and partner agencies to coordinate offender management.
• Maintain accurate records, reports, and case files in accordance with probation service standards.
• Contribute to the safety of the community by effectively assessing and managing risk.
• Attend meetings, training, and development sessions as required.

Essential Criteria

• Qualified Probation Officer (PO) - mandatory
• Proven experience in offender management and probation services
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to manage sensitive and complex caseloads effectively
• Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail

Additional Benefits

• Staff car park with 5 disabled bays
• Excellent transport links - local train station and bus stops within 5 minutes' walk

How to Apply

If you are a qualified Probation Officer ready to join the West Midlands Probation Service and make a real difference in offender management, please submit your CV to:

Red Snapper Recruitment is a member of the Red Snapper Group.

Red Snapper Recruitment is an equal opportunities employer.