Staff - Out of Court Resolution Practitioner

1x 37 hours & 1x Hours to be discussed (28-37).  Permanent, Based within Westmorland and Furness BCU (Kendal/Barrow)

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We have an exciting opportunity for someone to join a newly established Out of Court Resolution Team. 

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The team will support Cumbria Constabulary to address low level offending as part of the Out of Court Resolution framework working with victims and offenders to reduce re-offending within Cumbria and to deliver Restorative Justice to victims and offenders in Cumbria. 

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We are looking for an enthusiastic and motivated individual who can support the aims and objectives of the Out of Court Resolution Team. 

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Key Responsibilities Include:

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  • Use the offenders needs assessments to agree a bespoke programme of referrals and interventions to address their criminogenic needs. 
  • To monitor the progress of offenders undertaking the agreed programme (contract) and through ongoing assessment determine if they have met the requirements of their OOCR. 
  • Liaise with victims as part of victim Care and in line with the victim codes and community Remedy policies.   
  • Promote and advocate OOCR including Restorative Justice. 
  • Deliver Restorative interventions to offenders and victims of crime within Cumbria interested in exploring Restorative Justice.

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If you would have any questions please contact Megan Fletcher (OOCR Manager) – megan.fletcher@cumbria.police.uk

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Interviews to be held at Barrow Police Station on the 18th or 21st August 2026

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