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A Business Administrator's journey: Eleanor's story

Posted by: Ministry of Justice, Posted on: 17 January 2024 - Categories: Business administrator, Personal stories
Photo of Eleanor with quote "It's definitely a once in a lifetime experience. There's no other job like it."

When thinking about roles in the Prison Service, a Business Administrator is probably not the first that comes to mind. Meet Eleanor, a Business Admin who started the role when she was 18 years old. Currently at HMP/YOI Isis, she …

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Jim's journey as a case administrator

Posted by: Ministry of Justice, Posted on: 10 January 2023 - Categories: Personal stories, Probation

The Probation Service can really benefit from welcoming staff with varied life and work experiences. We talk to Jim who, after a long career outside of the Probation Service, joined us as a case administrator.  Tell us a bit about …

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Why becoming a case administrator could be your best career move

Posted by: Ministry of Justice, Posted on: 25 October 2022 - Categories: Career progression
Donna, Case Administrator

Donna spent 13 years in the Probation Service, starting off as a case administrator in North West London. We sat down with Donna to find out why she values working for the Probation Service and about the opportunities her role …

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A day in the life of a case administrator

Posted by: Ministry of Justice, Posted on: 31 August 2022 - Categories: Personal stories, Probation

Working as a case administrator Are you looking for a rewarding role where you can make a difference and where your personal qualities are just as important as experience or qualifications? We spoke to Case Administrator, Emily, about her role …

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