27716 - Head of Local Delivery Unit Hampshire
Overview of the job
Heads of LDU Clusters/Functions are deployed to a variety of roles so as to provide leadership of staff and operations.
Summary
To provide management and leadership within the National Probation Service(NPS) with responsibility for resources and the operational and strategic direction and management of the Service within a Local Delivery Unit (LDU) or any other operational unit and/or functional area of activity.
To represent the Deputy Director with external agencies/Stakeholders and staff as appropriate.
In line with NPS policies and procedures, the job holder must at all times demonstrate a commitment to equality and inclusion and an understanding of their relevance to the work they do.
The post holder must adhere to all policies in respect of the sensitive/confidential nature of the information handled whilst working in this position.
May be required to participate in out of hours senior management on call rota.
Responsibilities,Activities & Duties
Heads of LDU Cluster/Function may be required to undertake any combination, or all, of the duties and responsibilities set out below.
- Lead, innovate and develop local strategies in line with the national strategic framework
- Effectively lead cluster operational delivery and contribute corporately to national operational delivery and priorities
- Lead the NPS in local strategic partnerships and ensure appropriate representation within wider partnership frameworks
- Represent the NPS at national partnerships and development meetings in line with delegated functional lead and decision making responsibilities.
- Manage devolved budgets in accordance with the financial procedures outlined in the budget delegation
- Manage competing demands within (geographical) area of responsibility
- Responsible for the various functions across the division; including line management of middle managers.
- Manage resources effectively.
- Oversee the Multi Agency Public Protection Arrangements (MAPPA) locally in conjunction with other responsible authorities including the chairing of MAPPA level 3 meetings
- To make decisions and provide advice on the management of offenders where senior management authorisation or involvement is necessary e.g. authorising the recall of offenders to prison
- Oversight of the management of complaints within the LDU Cluster/Function and direct involvement in complaint resolution where necessary
- Undertake all Human Resources (HR) related policies and practices including overseeing local recruitment, Attendance Management, Disciplinary Investigations, Performance Management and Staff Appraisals, chair grievance and other hearings.
- Work effectively with your respective Divisional Senior Leadership Team and take lead responsibility nationally for specific projects/portfolios
- Deputise for the Deputy Director as required in the LDU / operational unit functional area of activity
- Work with MOJ/NOMS Communications on a range of products
- Implement NOMS equality strategy
- Responsible for ensuring the defined work areas and associated activities comply with Health and Safety legislation. Ensure all risk assessments are undertaken and staff are made aware of their personal responsibility towards Health and Safety compliance
- Carry out agency responsibilities for victims.
- Carry out safeguarding children duties in accordance with the NPS statutory responsibilities and agency policies
- Discharge estates responsibilities for Head of LDU Cluster/Function
- Demonstrate pro-social modelling skills by consistently reinforcing prosocial behaviour and attitudes and challenging anti-social behaviour and attitudes.
- Work within the aims and values of NPS and NOMS
The duties/responsibilities listed above describe the post at present and are not exhaustive. The job holder is expected to accept reasonable alteration sand additional tasks of a similar level that may be necessary. Significant adjustments may require re-examination under job evaluation and shall be discussed in the first instance with the job holder.
Competencies
For the purposes of selection the following competencies will be used:
- Leading and communicating
- Making effective decisions
- Delivering value for money
- Delivering at pace
- Changing and improving
- Collaborating and partnering
Essential Skills Qualifications, accreditation & Registration
QUALIFICATIONS
ESSENTIAL
Essential where the post holder has line management of operational units responsible for the supervision and/or risk management of offenders:
Probation Qualification Framework Graduate Diploma/ Honours Degree in
Community Justice integrated with Level 5 Diploma in Probation Practice
Or, a qualification which was recognised at the time of qualification by the Secretary of State for Justice as per Section 10 of the Offender Management Act 2007.
The following qualifications gained in England and Wales were previously recognised as providing such eligibility:
Diploma in Probation Studies,
Diploma in Social Work (with Probation Option)
CQSW (with Probation Option.)
DESIRABLE
Leadership and Management qualification
EXPERIENCE
ESSENTIAL
- Significant experience at middle manager level, holding relevant responsibilities in at least two different settings.
- Substantial experience of line management of staff, including supervision, appraisal and motivating.
- Lead monitoring performance in area of responsibility against predetermined targets and if necessary effect significant improvements.
- Responsibility for budgetary control to support local operational requirements.
- Strategic operational planning through effective deployment of available resources and staff to meet operational demands.
- Manage people and projects (applying project management techniques) to implement significant change/practice improvements.
- Working with key local agencies and stakeholders to develop strong partner relationships.
- Preparing high level written reports
- Experience of delivering presentations to multi-agency audiences and large groups
- Experience of working under pressure and to tight deadlines.
- Knowledge of Health and Safety and Equalities legislation.
- Knowledge of the wider Criminal Justice System.
- Experience of managing people through organisational change
- Experience of successfully managing relationships including where there is conflict.
- Experience of contributing to the development of strategic business plans to achieve improved service delivery
- Experience of making complex risk management and public protection decisions
- Current knowledge of effective practice in managing risk and reducing reoffending
DESIRABLE
- Experience of formulating and implementing policy successfully and -0034_ Head of LDU Cluster/Function_v2.0 effectively.
- Experience of commissioning resources/preparing bids.
- Experience of leading the development and implementation of new
Hours of Work (Unsocial Hours)
37 Hours a Week
Head of Hampshire Local Delivery Unit(LDU)
South West South Central (SWSC) Probation Division are seeking to recruit a temporary band C to cover the post of Head of Hampshire LDU for a 12 month period, though this could be subject to extension. This is a significant leadership role which will provide the successful applicant with the opportunity to shape the future strategic direction of the Division during a time of significant organisational changes including the split of SW and SC into two Divisions; the introduction of the new case management system in custody and the move of all offender management work into NPS
Over view of role
The purpose of the role is to provide strategic direction, and leadership for the LDU as well as contributing to the wider divisional and national NPS strategic priorities within the National Probation Service (NPS). The job description attached provides a detailed description of the role.
Essential and desirable qualifications
Applicants are required to hold a recognised qualification as per Section 10 of the Offender Management Act 2007.
A leadership / management qualification would be desirable. .
Overview of South West South Central (SWSC) Probation Division
SWSC NPS Division covers a significant area of the country from Isles Scilly to the Isle of Wight – to Gloucester, Milton Keynes and Oxford. The Division comprises 10 geographical LDUs, covering multiple local authorities, unitary authorities, and district and parish councils. Two of the LDUs are defined as “Complex” LDUs: Wilshire & Gloucestershire and Buckinghamshire & Oxfordshire. Parts of the Division have challenging public transport provision but the geography of the region also presents opportunities such as the ability to develop small, locally focussed community based projects.
Where possible SWSC Division works across LDU boundaries to ensure timely delivery of services (e.g., sex offender interventions)
Overview of the Hampshire LDU:
In Hampshire there are a number of rural issues around the New Forest and also poor public transport links which has resulted in the LDU having to maintain small teams/offices to be responsive to need. This presents challenges as small teams are more susceptible to the impact of staff absences. Recruitment is challenging in some parts of the LDU due to cost of living
Hampshire LDU has five operational offices; provides NPS staff to three courts and to HMP Winchester (a resettlement prison) and has two approved premises located within the LDU boundaries. Whilst these are not directly managed by the LDU, the staff liaise closely to ensure move-on plans and resettlement of offenders.
Application process
Competency based
Closing date 17th July
Timeframes
Sift week beginning 22.7.19
Interviews will be held on primary date Monday 12th August Reading Probation Office
Or Friday 9th August Reading Probation Office
To discuss further please contact Tom Browning Current Head of Hampshire Tom.Browning@Justice.gov.uk
Mob: 07799 292 024
Working Arrangements & Further Information
Standard working hours are 37 hours per week excluding breaks which are unpaid.
Benefits
The MoJ offers a range of benefits:
Annual Leave
Generous allowances for paid holiday starting at 25 days per year, and rising as your service increases. Additional paid time off for public holidays and 1 privilege day. Leave for part-time and job share posts will be calculated on a pro-rata basis.
Pension
The National Probation Service is covered by the Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS) run through the Greater Manchester Pension Fund (GMPF). Please visit www.gmpf.org.uk for further information.
Please note: Any current Civil Servant who is a member of the PCSPS, by accepting an offer of employment to the National Probation Services will be opted out of the PCSPS and auto enrolled into the Local Government Pension Scheme.
Training
The Ministry of Justice is committed to staff development and offers an extensive range of training and development opportunities.
Support
- A range of ‘Family Friendly’ policies such as opportunities to work reduced hours or job share.
- Access to flexible benefits such as voluntary benefits, retail vouchers and discounts on a range of goods and services.
- For any moves across the Civil Service may have implications on your ability to carry on claiming childcare vouchers
- Paid paternity, adoption and maternity leave.
- Free annual sight tests for employees who use computer screens.
Networks
The opportunity to join employee-run networks that have been established to provide advice and support and to enable the views of employees from minority groups to be expressed direct to senior management. There are currently networks for employees of minority ethnic origin, employees with disabilities, employees with caring responsibilities, women employees, and lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender.
Eligibility
All candidates are subject to security and identity checks prior to taking up post
Working for the Civil Service
The Civil Service Code sets out the standards of behaviour expected of civil servants.
We recruit by merit on the basis of fair and open competition, as outlined in the Civil Service Commission's recruitment principles.
The Civil Service embraces diversity and promotes equality of opportunity.
There is a guaranteed interview scheme (GIS) for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum selection criteria.
17/07/2019, 23:55 hours.
If you require any assistance please call 0845 241 5358 (Monday to Friday 8am - 6pm) or e mail Moj-recruitment-vetting-enquiries@sscl.gse.gov.uk. Please quote the job reference - 27716.
To discuss further please contact Tom Browning Current Head of Hampshire Tom.Browning@Justice.gov.uk
Mob: 07799 292 024
Candidate Information
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In the event of a large number of applications, we reserve the right to undertake the following processes:
- An automated online test where a benchmark must be passed to progress;
- A sift on the lead selection criteria. If this happens, the lead criteria will be the first one listed in the advert.
During the selection process, you may be asked to undertake an additional assessment (such as written test). If this is applicable you will be notified of this when you are invited to interview.
Essential where the post holder has line management of operational units responsible for the supervision and / or risk management of offenders:
Probation Qualification Framework Graduate Diploma / Honours Degree in Community Justice Integrated with Level 5 Diploma in Probation Practice
or
A Qualification which was recognised at the time of qualification by the Secretary of State for Justice as per Section 10 of the Offender Management Act 2007.
The following qualifications gained in England and Wales were previously recognised as providing such eligibility.
Diploma in Probation Studies
Diploma in Social Work (with Probation Option)
CQSW (with Probation Option)
We have provided detail of the assessment stages and areas being assessed to help you prepare for completing your application form, and to advise of what will be assessed following this, if you successfully pass the application stage.
Application form stage assessments
Interview stage assessments
A Great Place to Work for Veterans
The "Making the Civil Service a Great Place to work for veterans" initiative includes a guaranteed interview scheme to those who meet the minimum criteria to provide eligible former members of the Armed Forces with opportunities to secure rewarding jobs. Allowing veterans to continue to serve their country, and to bring highly skilled individuals with a broad range of experience into the Civil Service in an environment, which recognises and values your previous service in the Armed Forces.
For further details about the initiative and eligibility requirements visit : https://www.gov.uk/government/news/making-the-civil-service-a-great-place-to-work-for-veterans
Redeployment Interview Scheme
Civil Service departments are expected to explore redeployment opportunities before making an individual redundant. The MoJ are committed, as part of the Redeployment Interview Scheme, to providing opportunities to those who are 'at risk of redundancy'.
MoJ are able to offer an interview to eligible candidates who meet the minimum selection criteria, except in a limited number of campaigns. Candidate's will not be eligible for the Redeployment Interview Scheme if they are applying on promotion.
This job is broadly open to the following groups:
· UK nationals
· nationals of the Republic of Ireland
· nationals of Commonwealth countries who have the right to work in the UK
· nationals of the EU, Switzerland, Norway, Iceland or Liechtenstein and family members of those nationalities with settled or pre-settled status under the European Union Settlement Scheme (EUSS) (opens in a new window) https://www.gov.uk/settled-status-eu-citizens-families
· nationals of the EU, Switzerland, Norway, Iceland or Liechtenstein and family members of those nationalities who have made a valid application for settled or pre-settled status under the European Union Settlement Scheme (EUSS)
· individuals with limited leave to remain or indefinite leave to remain who were eligible to apply for EUSS on or before 31 December 2020
· Turkish nationals, and certain family members of Turkish nationals, who have accrued the right to work in the Civil Service
Further information on nationality requirements (opens in a new window) https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/nationality-rules
This Vacancy is closed to applications.