AWARD WINNER 2024-25: Barbara’s Award is for her outstanding work as a Probation Officer in Northumberland & North Tyneside – to quote her area manager: “she is one of the most tenacious, conscientious, and dedicated people I have ever worked with… her career is a masterclass in probation”. [Barbara’s Award is supported by Interventions Alliance.]

AWARD WINNER 2024-25: Chloe’s Award is for her outstanding leadership as a Senior Probation Officer with South West Probation, and in particular for the support she gives to her team, both professionally and personally, helping them manage their caseloads and the challenges they face, and improving outcomes for all. [Chloe’s Award is supported by Ingeus.]

AWARD WINNER 2024-25: Humphrey receives an Award, as a Probation Officer in London, for his unwavering commitment to rehabilitation, and dedication to changing the lives of the people in his care, as well as for the support and inspiration he provides to colleagues – he is “outstanding” and “a joy to have around”. [Humphrey’s Award is supported by Mitie Care & Custody.]

COMMENDEE 2024-25: Alistair receives a Commendation for the unstinting care, compassion and dedication he shows towards both residents and colleagues, as a Probation Services Officer at Holbeck House Approved Premises – in the words of his manager, “we’d be lost without him”.

COMMENDEE 2024-25: Debbie’s Commendation is for her years of skilled, caring and dedicated work as a Probation Officer in Leicester, the relationships she has built with partner agencies to improve offender outcomes, her unrivalled knowledge and skill in housing support, and the help and guidance she gives to colleagues.

AWARD WINNER 2023-24: Gloria receives an Award, as a Probation Officer in Northern Ireland for over 40 years, for her enduring professionalism; for her passionate support and encouragement of colleagues; and for the unfailing empathy, skill, and resilience she brings to all aspects of her work. [Gloria’s Award is supported by Interventions Alliance.]

AWARD WINNER 2023-24: Amie is granted an Award as an exceptional Case Administrator with Coventry Probation, making a “huge difference” to the team, through her exemplary organisation and communication skills, the help she gives to colleagues, and the strong working relationships she has forged with partner agencies. [Amie’s Award is supported by Ingeus.]

COMMENDEE 2023-24: John, a Probation Services Officer at Southwood Approved Premises, is Commended for the talent, professionalism, and tireless dedication he has shown throughout a 30-year career in APs, for which he is respected and acclaimed by colleagues and residents alike.

COMMENDEE 2023-24: Vikky receives a Commendation for her impressive achievements as a Senior Probation Officer managing Edith Rigby House AP – a Psychologically Informed Planned Environment – and for setting up the ‘DeedsNotWords’ social enterprise to engage residents, and improve their prospects of employment.

COMMENDEE 2023-24: Nichola is Commended for the fundamental effect she has had on the culture of the establishment, for both residents and staff, as Manager of Southwood Approved Premises, including leading it to gain ‘Enabling Environment’ and ‘ADHD friendly’ status, the latter a first for any AP.

AWARD WINNER 2022-23: John receives an Award for his outstanding management and support of colleagues, his caring approach to residents, and his relentless enthusiasm and dedication, as Manager of Stonnall Road Approved Premises. He is, according to his nomination, “an exceptional character”, “respected by all”. [His Award is supported by Mitie Care and Custody.]