Conditional Caution Case Worker

Hybrid / Homeworking (office based 3 days per week)
Full Time (37 Hours) - Temporary to March 2024
£23,100 - £25,718 per annum
Friday 31 July 2023 at midnight

Location will be dependent on home address of successful applicant and will be discussed at interview.

Applications are invited for the above posts in the Joint Justice Services Command

Conditional Cautions are one of a range of out-of-court disposals and they provide an effective and speedy resolution in appropriate cases. They offer a proven and proportionate response option to low-harm crime without necessarily going to court. A Conditional Caution is issued if the offender admits the offence and accepts the condition(s). If the conditions are complied with or completed within the timescales determined, the case is finalised and there is no prosecution. If, however, the conditions are not complied with, a prosecution may follow.

As well as often being more satisfying for the victim, evidence shows they are usually more effective than court disposals in reducing offending. They also don’t entail a conviction on the police national computer, which can be a barrier to employment, housing and education and in turn feed into further offending.

You’ll be part of a small team all focused on better management of offenders.

**It is essential that applicants meet the following criteria**:

- Good communication skills with the ability to adapt communication style depending on the audience
- Experience of accurately inputting data to computerised systems
- Proven experience of organising and prioritising tasks effectively to achieve deadlines
- Proven ability to work as an effective member of a team
- The ability to drive/travel for training and supervision purposes

**It is desirable that applicants meet the following criteria**:

- Experience of working on the Athena IT system, specifically case building/tracking/submission
- Proven knowledge of criminal case processes
- Experience within a legal or police environment

Hours of work are 37 hours per week Monday to Friday 8am - 4pm. This post is offered on a temporary contract basis until March 2024 pending review.

Consideration will be given to whether the post can be delivered on either a part time or job share basis, in line with the organisational requirements of this role.

**Applications from at-risk staff will be prioritised and receive preference in any selection process.