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Community Payback Supervisor - Crewe (Ref: 17637)

  • Job
    Full-time
    Entry, Junior & Mid Level
  • Government & Politics
    People, HR & Administration
  • Chester

AI generated summary

  • You must have a full UK manual driving licence, pass a criminal record check, and be a UK, Irish, Commonwealth, or eligible EU national.
  • You will supervise offenders on community sentences, transport people/equipment, and demonstrate good practices while ensuring tasks are completed effectively.

Requirements

  • Candidates must hold a full UK Manual Driving Licence when applying for this role, this is a mandatory technical requirement in order to carry out this role. We cannot accept candidates who hold an automatic Driving Licence only.
  • Successful candidates must undergo a criminal record check.
  • People working with government assets must complete baseline personnel security standard checks.
  • This Job Is Broadly Open To The Following Groups:
  • UK nationals
  • nationals of the Republic of Ireland
  • nationals of Commonwealth countries who have the right to work in the UK
  • nationals of the EU, Switzerland, Norway, Iceland or Liechtenstein and family members of those nationalities with settled or pre-settled status under the European Union Settlement Scheme (EUSS)
  • nationals of the EU, Switzerland, Norway, Iceland or Liechtenstein and family members of those nationalities who have made a valid application for settled or pre-settled status under the European Union Settlement Scheme (EUSS)
  • individuals with limited leave to remain or indefinite leave to remain who were eligible to apply for EUSS on or before 31 December 2020
  • Turkish nationals, and certain family members of Turkish nationals, who have accrued the right to work in the Civil Service
  • We'll assess you against these behaviours during the selection process:
  • Communicating and Influencing
  • Managing a Quality Service
  • Working Together
  • Leadership
  • Access to learning and development
  • A working environment that supports a range of flexible working options to enhance your work life balance
  • A working culture which encourages inclusion and diversity
  • A Civil Service pension with an employer contribution of 28.97%
  • Annual Leave
  • Public Holidays
  • Season Ticket Advance

Responsibilities

  • This is an operational role directly supervising work groups of offenders serving a community sentence.
  • This may include driving service vehicles to transport people or equipment.
  • The post holder will be responsible for all work site supervision tasks and will work with service users to ensure that all tasks are carried out to the best of their ability.
  • This will include working alongside people to demonstrate good practice as necessary.

FAQs

What is the salary for the Community Payback Supervisor position?

The starting salary for this position is £26,475 (Pro-rata).

Is a UK Manual Driving Licence required for this role?

Yes, candidates must hold a full UK Manual Driving Licence to be eligible for this role. Automatic driving licences are not accepted.

What does the working pattern look like for this role?

The working pattern includes frequent weekends and may require coverage for some evenings, as Community Payback projects run 7 days a week.

What types of tasks will I supervise as a Community Payback Supervisor?

You will supervise work groups of offenders serving community sentences, which may include tasks such as building benches, cleaning streets, and other community-related projects.

Are there any additional pay benefits for weekend work?

Yes, you will be paid a higher rate of 50% for weekend days worked.

What kind of support is provided for employee wellbeing?

The organization emphasizes employee wellbeing and ensures that support is provided, especially when the pace of work affects the standard schedule of rest breaks.

Will I have opportunities for career progression?

Yes, the Probation Service offers annual pay progression through a Competency Based Framework (CBF), allowing for salary increases as your competence grows.

What additional benefits does this position offer?

Additional benefits include a Civil Service pension with a 28.97% employer contribution, annual leave, public holidays, and flexible working options.

Is there a requirement for a background check?

Yes, successful candidates must undergo a criminal record check and baseline personnel security standard checks.

Who can apply for this job?

This job is broadly open to UK nationals, nationals of the Republic of Ireland, and individuals from Commonwealth countries with the right to work in the UK, among others.

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Mission & Purpose

The Prison and Probation Service in the UK is responsible for the management of prisons and the supervision of offenders in the community. Their ultimate mission is to protect the public by reducing reoffending and ensuring offenders are safely and securely managed. Their purpose is to support rehabilitation, provide opportunities for offenders to reform, and ensure they are prepared for successful reintegration into society. The service is committed to maintaining safety, security, and effectiveness in the criminal justice system.