Location
London

Hours
Full or part-time hours available with flexible contractual terms

Salary
£44,100 plus London allowance of £4,250 where applicable. Higher starting salaries can be considered on a case-by-case basis.

About the Role
This scheme is designed for former qualified Senior Probation Officers who have left the Civil Service within the last five years and completed their probationary period and training. It offers a fast-track return to the Probation Service without the need for lengthy application forms, interviews, or repeating entry-level training. Successful applicants will join their former colleagues in working to keep the public safe and rehabilitate people on probation. The scheme provides options for full or part-time, permanent or temporary contracts (three, six, or nine months with potential extension up to two years). Temporary staff receive full Civil Service benefits except permanent tenure, automatic pension enrolment (with opt-out option), and 25 days' leave per annum pro rata. Work base locations will be discussed following eligibility confirmation, with efforts made to offer vacancies within a 60-minute commute of the applicant's home. Pre-employment checks including Occupational Health Review and Enhanced Level 2 security vetting (including DBS) are required. Access to the multi-agency ViSOR database requires Non-Police Personnel Vetting Level 2. An individualised training needs analysis will be completed upon return to identify and schedule any required training.

Experience
This scheme is open to former qualified Senior Probation Officers who have left the Civil Service within the last five years, having completed their probationary period and training. Applicants must have previously been appointed on merit through fair and open competition.

About you
You are a former Senior Probation Officer with a commitment to public safety and rehabilitation. You are ready to return to the Probation Service and work collaboratively with colleagues. Flexibility regarding work location and contract type is important. You must be prepared to undergo pre-employment checks and security vetting.

Qualifications
Applicants must be former qualified Senior Probation Officers who have successfully completed their probationary period before leaving the Civil Service within the last five years. No additional qualifications are required to re-join under this scheme.