Probation officer - job market

As a probation officer, you’ll work with offenders to help with their rehabilitation and keep them away from crime. You’ll also work closely with the police, victims and other probation officers to keep communities safe. Keep reading to learn more about a career in this field.

See what opportunities are out there below.

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Who are the top employers of probation officers?

You’ll find probation officer positions advertised in specialist recruitment agencies, like Sanctuary Criminal Justice.

Or you can apply directly to the relevant organisations, as follows:
  • The Probation Service (part of HMPPS) in England and Wales
  • Local authority social work departments in Scotland
  • The Probation Board for Northern Ireland (PBNI) in Northern Ireland

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