Trainee Probation Officer: Professional Qualification in Probation, Wales

HM Prison & Probation Service • Full-time • Wales • from £26,475 / year • 1w ago

Kickstart a career that changes lives while earning a professional qualification

About the Company

HM Prison & Probation Service (HMPPS) plays a crucial role in the criminal justice system, working with over 230,000 offenders to protect the public, support victims, and reduce reoffending. In partnership with police, prisons, and courts, the Probation Service helps people turn their lives around, contributing to safer communities.

About the Opportunity

This is a paid, permanent training role to become a qualified Probation Officer through the fully funded Professional Qualification in Probation (PQiP) programme. You’ll work directly with offenders in the community and in custody—supporting rehabilitation, reducing reoffending, and protecting the public—while earning a starting salary of £26,475.

The programme combines practical work with academic study (15–27 months depending on your current qualifications). On completion, you’ll progress to a qualified Probation Officer role with a salary from £35,130. You’ll gain professional skills in risk management, offender support, and decision-making, supported by mentoring, study time, and flexible working arrangements.

What We’re Looking For

Level 3 qualification (A Level, Advanced Apprenticeship, NVQ Level 3) or higher
Empathy, resilience, and the ability to work with people from complex backgrounds
Strong communication, decision-making, and problem-solving skills
Willingness to balance full-time work with academic study
Ability to pass security vetting and pre-employment checks
Commitment to upholding high standards of integrity and professionalism

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