Sentence Calculation Administrator

Service Care Solutions are the leading recruitment agency for the Probation service nationwide.

We are currently recruiting for a Sentence Calculation admin at HMP Fosse Way - Immediate Starts Available subject to security clearance!
Overview We're seeking a meticulous and experienced Senior Case Administrator to join our Offender Management Unit (OMU) within a dynamic, local establishment.

This role is pivotal in checking and compiling complex administrative processes within the Case Administration team.

You'll act as deputy to the Band 5 Hub Manager, directly responsible for custody work and ensuring Sentence Calculation PSI compliance.

This position also involves managing an allocated caseload.
Key Responsibilities:

Administrative Excellence: Organize, produce, and maintain highly accurate records for custody work (checklists, etc.).

Manage all transactional activities within the OMU, processing essential paperwork (Discharge/Pre-Discharge Reports, Bail applications, ROTL, HDC, OaSys, MAPPA, Sentence calculations, Appeals, and others).
Detailed Caseload Management: Oversee an allocated caseload, ensuring its efficient administration.
Compliance Expertise: Serve as the expert on sentence calculations and conduct initial checks.

Ensure full adherence to established standards.
Deputy Support: Act as deputy to the Band 5 Hub Manager in custody-related work and other delegated tasks.
Team Coordination: Ensure the fair allocation of daily tasks, completion of release/transfer paperwork, and act as the primary point of contact for all team communications.
Stakeholder Liaison: Correspond with relevant stakeholders and agencies, ensuring timely information exchange.
Process and Data Management: Maintain and check establishment databases, logs, and filing systems, producing reports as needed.
Meeting Facilitation: Arrange meetings, including the preparation of paperwork, minutes, and action points.
Mentorship and Development: Act as a specialist administrator, continuously developing process knowledge.

Create training resources and mentor junior colleagues.

Essential Skills and Qualifications:

Proven Experience: Minimum of 12 months of demonstrated practical knowledge in custody work, including sentence calculations and related case administration functions.
Strong Communication: Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English.
Technical Proficiency: Proficient in MS Word and MS Excel.
Advanced Training: Successful completion of Sentence Calculation training (Advanced Level).

Additional Responsibilities:

Complete monitoring returns and conduct initial checks and 2-days checks.
Represent the unit at meetings.
Support innovation and change initiatives.
Assist the Hub Manager during staff appraisals.

**We offer a £250 referral fee bonus for any Candidates you refer**
If you are interested in applying, please contact Oliver Jefferson on 01772 208962 or send your CV to oliver.jefferson@servicecare.org.uk