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A thematic inspection of the recruitment, training, and retention of frontline probation practitioners

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A thematic inspection of the recruitment, training, and retention of frontline probation practitioners (PDF, 1.3 MB)

A new thematic inspection from HM Inspectorate of Probation has reported on how effective current recruitment, training, and retention arrangements are in supporting the Probation Service to build a stable, capable staff group.

Cymraeg

Arolygiad thematig o recriwtio, hyfforddi a chadw ymarferwyr prawf rheng flaen
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Press release:

“Current pressures on new probation staff counterproductive to long-term retention in the Probation Service” – inspection finds

Action plan:

A thematic inspection of the recruitment, training, and retention of frontline probation practitioners

Effective Practice guide:

Effective practice guide – Recruitment, Training and Retention

Presentation slides:

Launch Event Slides
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Launch video: