Victim Liaison Officer

RSR Justice is a market-leading recruitment business dedicated to providing top-quality candidates and services to the offender rehabilitation and supervision work sectors. We are part of the Red Snapper Group and are proud to be an equal opportunities employer.

Job Summary:

RSR Justice is currently recruiting experienced Victim Liaison Officers to join the Probation Service in London. This role involves working directly with victims of serious violent and sexual crimes, ensuring they are supported and informed at key stages of the offender's sentence or hospital order.

Location: London
Contract: Ongoing
Work hours: 37 hours per week
Salary: 26.85 per hour Umbrella, 20.39PAYE
Vacancies: 6

Main Duties and Responsibilities

• Provide timely and appropriate information to victims and their families in line with the Victim Contact Scheme (VCS) and Victim Notification Scheme (VNS).
• Liaise with victims to ensure they understand their rights and what to expect throughout the criminal justice process.
• Contribute to the risk assessment and risk management planning for victims and their families.
• Maintain regular contact with victims and professionals across both urban and rural areas, requiring travel.
• Participate in multi-agency meetings to support victim safeguarding and represent their views.
• Assist victims with preparing personal statements and supporting them through parole processes.
• Maintain accurate records and use case management systems effectively.
• Offer mentoring and training support to new VLOs and raise awareness of the VCS/VNS among partner agencies.
• Provide cover within the victim liaison unit as required.

Skills

• Prior experience working for the Probation Service or in a role supporting victims or vulnerable adults is highly desirable.
• Strong understanding of the criminal justice system and the roles of the courts, prisons, probation, and parole.
• Ability to communicate with empathy and manage sensitive or distressing situations effectively.
• Knowledge of safeguarding practices for children and adults.
• Comfortable working independently and as part of an interagency team.
• A current DBS is required (we can arrange this) along with HMPPS Enhanced Level 1 vetting.

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