At a Glance
- Tasks: Support victims by providing crucial information and facilitating their involvement in legal processes.
- Company: Join a dedicated team within the Probation Service focused on victim support.
- Benefits: Gain valuable experience, contribute to community safety, and develop your professional skills.
- Other info: Opportunity for personal growth and commitment to equality and inclusion.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in the lives of victims and their families while working in criminal justice.
- Qualifications: Knowledge of the criminal justice system and strong communication skills required.
The predicted salary is between 41850 - 51150 $ per year.
Help victims and their families understand significant offender developments through the Probation Service Victim Contact Scheme. Contribute to safeguarding and risk management.
This Victim Contact Officer role supports people affected by serious violent, sexual, stalking, and harassment offences.
You will explain processes, analyse information, and enable representations during sentences, hospital orders, and parole proceedings.
You will work with criminal justice and other partner agencies.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide clear information during sentence and order stages
- Enable victims to make representations for decision-making
- Analyse information and update computer-based records
- Refer emerging risks to managers and professionals
- Support statements presented to the Parole Board
Requirements
- Knowledge of criminal justice system functions
- Understanding of relevant policies, legislation, and guidance
- Ability to complete safeguarding children and adults duties
- Confidence communicating in English or specified Welsh
- Commitment to equality, inclusion, and ongoing learning
Bring careful communication, risk awareness, and criminal justice knowledge to victim contact work across the Probation Service.
Probation Victim Contact Officer in Oxford employer: Ministry of Justice
As a Victim Liaison Officer with the Thames Valley Public Protection team, you will be part of a dedicated workforce committed to supporting victims of crime and their families. Our inclusive work culture fosters collaboration and professional growth, offering ongoing training and mentorship opportunities to enhance your skills in a meaningful role that directly impacts the community. Located in South Central, this position provides a unique chance to engage with diverse populations while contributing to public safety and justice.
