Parole Board Independent Memberclosed

Deadline for applications: 22nd October 2023

The Parole Board is working with Inclusive Boards to identify 20 suitably experienced Independent Members to join the Board.

The Parole Board is looking for new members who will join an intensive 6-9-month training programme that will equip them to make parole decisions on the papers and chair oral hearing panels.

People with experience of sitting on decision making panels in a tribunal or similar court-like environments are likely to be well suited to the role. Experience in risk assessment or public protection is desirable but not essential as training will be provided. Effective case management or demonstrable transferable skills are required as you will be responsible for ensuring the fair and timely progress for your allocated cases. You must be able to assimilate and clarify complex evidence from multiple sources, effectively question professional and lay witnesses, and demonstrate your analysis and conclusion in written format. The ability to write clearly and succinctly, in an accessible style is essential. You need to be willing to make decisions on your own and as part of a panel, working collaboratively with panel colleagues and support Staff.

You will be appointed as an Independent Parole Board Member for a 5-year fixed term appointment. You will work a minimum of 184 days a year (the equivalent of 4 days a week) Outside of training dates, you can choose your working pattern. Following a 5-day induction from 5th February 2024, you will provide an additional 16 days for training and development.

The vacancies are open to applicants from any UK location. The role is home based, with most oral hearings taking place remotely. There may still be some travel required to attend oral hearings held during the working day in His Majesty’s Prison (HMP) establishments across England and Wales, and very occasionally in Scotland and Northern Ireland.

Parole Board members reflect society at large in its diversity, although we wish to continue to increase the diversity of the Parole Board membership and welcome applications from people from all backgrounds.

When in training, you will receive £250 per day and when undertaking casework responsibility fees range between £320 and £365 per day, depending on the type of work undertaken.

The role is expected to start in the week commencing the 5th of February 2024.

The closing date for applications: 22 October 2023. This is a rolling campaign, and applicants are encouraged to submit their applications at the earliest opportunity rather than waiting for the closing date. Applications will be accepted up until the end date.

To apply, visit www.inclusiveboards.co.uk/home/parole-board and submit an application form as instructed. If you require assistance with your application, please contact Inclusive Boards by emailing paroleboard@inclusiveboards.co.uk